Roque married the love of his life: Berta G. Marez on April 27, 1970, he had a passion for fishing and listening to his Rock Music. He worked as a Heavy Crane Operator for the refineries.
Roque is survived by his wife, Berta G. Marez; their children; Frank Marez, Michael Chapa, John Chapa, Mary Kawas-Forste, Sylvia Chapa, Roque Marez Jr. 15 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren; his brothers and sisters; Jesus Jesse De La Torre, Joey De La Torre, Gracie De La Torre, Sylvia Marez and Rosario De La Torre.
Roque was preceded in death by his parents; Martin and Duvelia Marez, and son Martin Marez.
A visitation for Roque will be held Friday, March 29, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Funeraria Del Angel Memorial Holly, 3442 Holly Road, Corpus Christi, TX 78415, followed by a celebration of life from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.