Tomas Barrera

Tomas proudly served his country in the United States Army, a chapter of his life that shaped the strength, discipline, and loyalty he carried with him throughout his years. A devoted father, grandfather, and friend, Tomas will be remembered most for the warmth of his heart and the joy he brought to everyone around him.

He was a man of many passions — he loved cooking for his family, getting his hands dirty working on cars, and never missed a chance to cheer on his beloved Dallas Cowboys, no matter the season. But above all, Tomas found his greatest joy in being with his children and grandchildren. His laugh, his stories, and his steadfast presence will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

Tomas leaves behind a legacy of love, hard work, and service — a man who lived fully and gave generously. He is survived by his beloved children, grandchildren, and all those who were lucky enough to know him.

He is survived by his children; Tomas Ponce (Yolanda), Lisa Marie Barrera, Cynthia B. Cabrera (Cliff), Aurora Ortiz, Isabel Ortiz, Sony C. Ponce and Emma Garza; his grandchildren; Ashely Allison Ponce, Tomsa Jose Ponce Jr., Maria De Jesus Hernandez, Luzelena Hernandez (Luis Palestina), Emma Lee Ponce, Valentine Ponce, Ethan Noel Ponce, Melanie Marie Selvera, Jorge Armando Jr Selvera, Lilanna Alyssa Selvera, Javier Ismael Selvera, Maria E. Salinas, Samantha N. Salinas, Riley A. Cabrera, Juan C. Cabrera, John A. Pinon, Ida Pinon, Ilene Pinon, Andrew Pinon (Cindy Jeanette Lucio), Brandon Hernandez, Lalo Buenrostro (Lacy) and Miguel Angel Buenrostro; his great grandchildren; Carely and Emily B., Emma Asher Garza, Roselia Hernandez Henderson, Larrisa Beatriz Palestina, Aaron Bravo, Ronnie Alvarado, Roman Alvarado, Adalynn Alvarado, Paisley Alvarado, Ares Ortiz, Levi Ortiz, Kali Ortiz and Kristen Kaitlin.

Rest in peace, Tomas. Your love and legacy live on in every life you touched.

A visitation for Tomas will be held Thursday, September 18, 2025 from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Funeraria Del Angel Mont Meta & Memorial Park, with a Rosary at 7:00 PM.

A funeral mass will be held Friday, September 19, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady Queen of the Universe, 121 Garrison Dr, San Benito, TX 78586. A Burial will follow after on Friday, September 19, 2025 at 1:00 PM at Rio Grande Valley State Veterans Cemetery, 2520 Inspiration Rd, Mission, TX 78572.