Raul Medina Bobadilla Jr.

Raul M. Bobadilla Jr. entered the Kingdom of Heaven on Thursday, March 27th. Raul was the proud father of three sons - Raul III, Niko, and Jac. His sons filled his life with love, laughter, and immeasurable pride. His sisters - Chris, Michele, and Elena are heartbroken by the sudden passing of their only brother. Raul was preceded in death by his loving parents just having lost his mother in February.

Raul was a native Dallasite who was a member of the "Wildcat Nation". In high school, he was an outstanding athlete; friend to many; jokester; good student; and a typical teenager. He enjoyed being a football player, member of the track team, and lifting weights. His WWHS posse, became extended members of his family. His parents and sisters knew them well and enjoyed the camaraderie and humor they shared.

After graduating from high school, he attended Stephen F. Austin State University. He loved college life - especially the social life! After college, he returned to Dallas and began his professional career; married; became a father; and landed a position with Mobil Oil. As his career progressed and his family was blessed with three sons, his career path took him from Dallas to Houston and from Houston to Winchester, VA.

Throughout his years in the Shenandoah Valley, he had the good fortune to see his sons grow and enjoyed their participation in soccer, baseball, football, wrestling, and track. The boys had five acres to explore with their ATVs as they drove around their homestead, around and over the pond, and finally through the neighbors' apple orchard. Many summers were spent at the Cape enjoying relaxed days, bike rides, lobster rolls, and baseball games.

His colleagues at Exxon Mobil remember him as a great mentor, trainer, teacher, and friend. Raul enjoyed his days with Exxon Mobil and held a number of positions with expanded responsibilities. Life changes and the turn in the economy hit hard. Raul returned to Dallas, and had just been in town a little over four months. Here, he began working with STL Engineers and was assigned to the expansion of the I-35 corridor project.

Gone much too soon, Raul has left us with many precious memories; with three incredible, young men who are shining stars in our lives; with his special doodles drawn to commemorate a celebration or just to say I love you; and with the knowledge that his sons have a special Angel watching over them as they mature and live their lives with passion and purpose.

"The Lord is close to the broken hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."

Psalm 34:18

A Celebration of Life Service honoring Raul will be held on Saturday, April 5 at 10:00 am. The service will be held at The First Presbyterian Church - Dallas, Sudie George Chapel. The chapel held a very special place in Raul's heart as it is where all three of his sons were baptized.

A private family gathering will follow the service. We thank you for your support as you continue to lift the Bobadilla Family in prayer.

Arrangements under the direction of Sparkman Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Richardson, TX.