Rafael was born October 24, 1939 to Bacilio and Maria (Garcia) Cuellar in Del Rio, Texas. In 1956 he met the love of his life, Juanita. There relationship continued throughout his service in the US Army which started in 1957. After leaving the military, Rafael worked as a baker, a produce manager and a roustabout in the oil field. He was an incredibly hard worker. Rafael was passionate about reading his bible and watching his favorite Jimmy Swaggart Ministry. He enjoyed singing and dancing, and red donuts from Southern Maid.
Despite spending much of his time receiving medical treatments, he never lost his sense of humor. He loved to joke around with his kids and grandkids.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Ruben Cuellar; and grandson, Sgt. Bacilio E. Cuellar.
Rafael is survived by his wife of 65 years, Juanita D. Cuellar, his children, Rafael Cuellar Jr of Odessa, Rita Prickrell of Gardland, TX,, Rosario Fly of Abilene TX, Teri Acosta of Rowlet, TX, Juan Cuellar of Odessa, and Cecilia Cuellar of Odessa; 19 grandchildren, 46 great-grandchildren, and 6 great great grandchildren.
Thank you to our sister, Cecy Cuellar, for caring for Dad throughout his illness and through his last days. The family would, also, like to give special thanks to Dr. Jayarum B. Naidu, Primary Care and staff, Dr. Raja Naidu, his cardiologist and staff, Dr. Anand Reddy, his kidney specialist and staff, DaVita staff, Star Hospice and other hospital facilities. And last, Hubbard Kelly Funeral Home and Meals on Wheels. Thank you.
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