Jesus Marquez

Jesus Marquez was born in Rio Grande Zacatecas, Mexico, in Rancho Los Marquez on January 18, 1942, and was called to be with the Lord on Friday, February 20, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. He served in the Mexican Army and was discharged in 1971 as a Sergeant. He worked for the City of San Angelo for 15 years.

He enjoyed playing his accordion, singing, dancing, cooking, travelling, fishing, playing volleyball and soccer; but his favorite thing was watching soccer. Above all else, what he truly treasured in life was spending time with his family.

Jesus was preceded in death by his mother, Felipa Garcia Marquez, father, Tirso Marquez, siblings Eduvijes Marquez, Pedro Marquez, and Augustina Castaneda.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Odili Marquez. His children: Susie Marquez, Jesse Marquez, Frankie Marquez and daughter-in-law Frances Marquez. Grandchildren: Paul Costilla, Kristan Marquez and Jesse Marquez Jr. Brothers Francisco Marquez, Manuel Marquez, Nicolas Marquez and numerous nieces and nephews.

The viewing will be held at Johnson’s Funeral Home on Thursday, February 26th from 6-7 pm with Rosary following. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Friday, February 27th, at 10 am with burial to follow at Johnson’s Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

Pallbearers for the service will be Jesse Marquez, Frankie Marquez, Paul Costilla, Jesse Marquez Jr., Albert Dominguez, and Gustavo Marquez. Honorary pallbearers will be Daniel Castillo Jr. and Felix Dominguez.