Miguel "Meke" Acevedo

Miguel "Meke" Acevedo, age 65, went to meet his Lord on September 10, 2018. He was born on August 17, 1953 in New Braunfels, Texas, to the late Tomas and Manuela Acevedo. Meke was raised in a large family of six brothers and four sisters. He was a witty comedian, a wise counselor, an avid fisherman, a first class whistler, had a killer hook shot and made a delicious omelet. Meke loved playing the ponies at Retama. In addition, he enjoyed the slots at Choctaw and was the Scratch Off King. Most of all he was a loving son; a loyal brother; a your secret is safe with me (at a cost) uncle; an I'll be your Huckleberry cousin; a best friend Dad and the Grandpa that's always up for an adventure. Meke will be missed. Meke will be celebrated. He was preceded in passing by his parents, Tomas and Manuela; brothers, Jose (Joe), Tomas Jr. (Tom) and Paul. Survivors include his son, Michael Muniz Cassidy); grandsons, Gabriel and Samuel Muniz; brothers, Rey (Francine), Lupe (Ester) and Oscar; sisters, Yolanda (Jim), Martha, Marcie and Linda (Silvester) and countless aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM with the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 2:00 PM on Saturday, September 15, 2018 at the Lux Funeral Home Chapel. A reception to include a memorial dinner will follow from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the American Legion, 410 E. Coll St. in New Braunfels immediately following services at the funeral home. All are invited to attend. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the American Legion, 410 E. Coll St., New Braunfels, TX 78130.