Benjamin Enriquez

Another angel has gained his wings. Benjamin R. “Ben” Enriquez, 83, went to be with our Lord and Savior on August 8, 2020. His final days were spent with family who loved him. He was born in Banquete, Texas on April 25, 1937 and was preceded in death by his parents, Jose and Basilisa Enriquez; little brother, Emmanuel R. Enriquez; sister-in-law, Donna Jean Enriquez and sister-in law, Carol Enriquez.

He will be remembered for the unconditional love he provided to each one of his family members and the countless hours spent playing cards and board games with the kids in the family.

Benjamin is survived by his children; Veronica Enriquez and Raymond Jade Enriquez; grandsons, Zachary and Jayden Martinez-Enriquez. He is also survived by his brothers and sister; Jose A. “Joe” Enriquez, Jr., Nicolas R. Enriquez, Eloisa “Billie” Ortega (Hilario), Carlos “Chale” Enriquez, Robert Enriquez (Janie), sister-in-law, Cynthia Enriquez; numerous nieces, nephews and other loving family members.

Ben was a loving son, brother, father, grandfather, and will be missed by many. We will forever remember and cherish our memories together.

Our deepest appreciation to the doctors and nursing staff at Angel Bright Home Staff for making Ben’s life more comfortable.

Visitation will be held on Monday, August 17, 2020 at 9:00 AM. Funeral service will begin at 10:00 AM at Memory Gardens Funeral Home, located at 8200 Old Brownsville Road, Corpus Christi, Texas 78415, with burial to follow.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, masks are mandatory while in our facility.