Alberto R. Lira

Alberto R. Lira entered eternal rest on October 1, 2019 at the age of 90. Born in Encinal, TX to Alberto C. and Josefa Rodriguez Lira on May 18, 1929; he now reunites with his parents; wife, Juanita Lira; grandsons, Jose Alberto Jr. and Michael Lira; and siblings: Alberta, Virginia, Tomasa, Juanita, Margarita, Esperanza, Santos, Catarino, David. Alberto faithfully served his country in the United States Army during the Korean conflict. He was a proud lifelong member of the American Legion VFW Post #396. On his free time he enjoyed collecting coins, using a metal detector and spending time with his family. He leaves behind to cherish his memories his children: Jose Alberto Lira (Julia), Edelia Lira (Kim), Diana Lira, Juan Antonio Lira, Armando Lira, Mary Lira (Sid), Susie Bergmann (James); grandchildren: Melissa (Jason), Tye (Aaron), Matthew (Jennifer), Tucker (Marie), Tavis (Taylor), Trevor; great-grandchildren: Nickolas, Joshua, Isaac, Josiah, Karina, Jeremiah, Lenacy, Jalissa, Calvin: brother, Demencio Lira; sister, Gloria Lira; and numerous other relatives and friends. The family will be receiving guests at the funeral home on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 from 5pm-8pm with a Rosary at 7pm. Service will continue on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 with a 9:30am Funeral Mass at St. Brigid Catholic Church. Committal Service will follow at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery at 11:30am in shelter 3. For online tributes please visit the online guest book.