Armando Garza

armando garza

January 12, 1947 ~ April 6, 2024

Born in: Edcouch, TX
Resided in: New Braunfels, TX

Armando G. Garza passed away peacefully on April 6, 2024 at the age of 77, surrounded by family. He was born January 12, 1947 in Edcouch, Texas to Eustolio and Lasara Garza.

He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years Lucelia “Lucy” Garza, son Armando Garza Jr (Rachel), and daughters Glenda Perez (David) and Edna Grear (Charles), grandchildren David Christopher Perez (Sabrina), Lauren Lindner (Jake), Haley Martinez, Jessica Lowe (Keith), Amber Pera (Collin) and Jackson Grear, and great-granddaughter Madison Perez. He is also survived by his sister Idalia Garza as well as many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and three sisters.

Armando married Lucy Rivera on March 26, 1966 in Edcouch, Texas and later moved to Whitharral, Texas in 1970. He worked at the local United Cotton Growers’ gin and was promoted to gin superintendent. He would later retire after 40 years of doing a job he loved. Upon retirement, Armando and Lucy moved to New Braunfels to be closer to family and enjoy a warmer climate. However, he could not stay retired for long and quickly accepted several cotton gin positions as each cotton season came around. His last employer was Whataburger where he worked any shift he was asked to work and quickly earned Employee of the Month after three short months.

Armando loved to work hard, laugh, and make other people laugh. He always had a good story to tell, wanted everyone to have a meal and enjoyed cold beer. He enjoyed fishing, being outdoors and being with family. He always wanted to help people and was everyone’s cheerleader. He found great joy in the success of his family and was often in the stands or on the sidelines, cheering for them. Armando often wore a baseball cap and over the years he collected a cap from each college attended by his children and grandchildren. If you came for a visit, he was sure to wear your college cap as his way of letting you know that he was proud of you.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00am on April 22, 2024 at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in New Braunfels.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite organization or charity in Armando’s name.

Services

Memorial Mass: Monday, April 22, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church
386 N. Castell Ave.
New Braunfels, TX 78130

830.625.4531

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  1. Armando was the most kind and honest man I have ever met. He helped Lucy raise some awesome kids. He will be missed.

    • Always the most welcoming man! A smile, some BBQ and some good stories! A man that loved his family in action, his daily calls, willingness to help any of them or their friends. Armando was a hard worker and had so much love in his eyes! Thank you Armando for making me and my family a part of your precious family. Rest in peace. You fought the good fight! I’m so proud to know you!

  2. Truly sorry for your loss and my condolences Jessica and to your family! Prayers for comfort and peace during this difficult time!

  3. Armando and Rachel…our condolences on the passing of your dad.
    May the peace and comfort of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you and your family during this difficult time.🙏🏻

  4. Mr. Garza was a good man who always lend a helping hand. He cherished his family and was loyal to his community. He and Lucy raised three good kids. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. RIP Mr. Garza.

  5. Armando was a good friend of mine. We spent many days working together he taught me a lot. He was a very great man. Armando will be missed and remembered.

    Randy Wade

  6. Dad you taught how to hunt, fish and be an outdoorsman. You taught me how to
    Respect others , work hard no matter the cost, and be responsible for
    My actions. You taught me how to be a real man who sacrifices for his family and always put them ahead of self with unconditional love and to
    Love your neighbor. I will always cherish fishing and hunting adventures we shared. Love you Dad, will
    Miss you! Thanks for Always wanting the best for us!

  7. Such great neighbors for so many years. Blessings to the whole family during Armando’s celebration.

  8. My deepest condolences. Mr. Armando was so kind and welcoming to everyone he met. He will be greatly missed but forever loved


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