Edgardo Emilia Garcia, conocido como el “Ronco mayor” passed away on October 8, 2020. He was the loving husband of the late Thelma Z. Castro. Father of Edgardo Garcia, Gerardo Garcia, Mario Garcia and Leonardo Garcia. Grandfather of Adrian Garcia, Gabriel Garcia and Viviana Garcia. Brother of Ondina Garcia, Dora E. Ramirez, Scarlet Garcia-Pineda, Martha Ramos, Elizabeth Garcia-Borjas, Luis A. Garcia, Rene O. Garcia and Wilfredo R. Garcia. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, family members and friends.
Edgardo was born in San Pedro Sula, Honduras on August 12, 1943 to the late Emilio Garcia and Julia Rivera Garcia. He was a graduate of Escuela Nacional de Agricultura in 1972 in Honduras. Edgardo enjoyed playing soccer in his youth and in his later year would still cheer on his home team, the Olimpia. He also was a fan of the Dallas Cowboys. Edgardo was a great friend to many, he will be missed at their morning meetups at the local coffee shop. He was a handyman, fun spirited and loved by many. His infectious smile will truly be missed.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Edgardo’s life on Friday, October 16, 2020 from 2PM until 4PM at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA 70006. There will be a prayer service at 4PM and the burial will take place at a later date. To view and sign the guestbook, please visit www.HCAlexander.com
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