Eugene R. Casarez

Our beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, Eugene “Gene” Casarez, age 84, of Austin, was called upon to share in the Lord’s glory on Thursday, April 5, 2007. He was preceded in death by his parents, Abraham and Eufemia Casarez; brother, Frank Casarez; and sister, Mary Saldana. Eugene was the kind of man that how ever you met him, he made a lasting impression; no one was a stranger to “Mr. C.” He had the most loving and friendly personality that everyone was drawn to. As a husband he provided endless love and support, as a father he provided a home filled with happiness, as a grandfather he shared stories of his life and a warm meal for lunch. As an usher he served our Lord and the church faithfully. As a career optician he guaranteed a quality pair of eye glasses and smiling face. As a baker he provided a variety of empanadas and tostadas that absolutely no one could turn down. Looking back on his 84 years, all these things capture Eugene, and yet it captures only a small amount of all his wonderful characteristics. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Eladia Casarez; sons, Joe Albert, Martin and wife Laurie; daughters, Margaret Cano and husband David, Socorro (Coco) Casarez and companion Steve Cerda, Mary Frances (Kika) Garza; granddaughters, Marcie Alvarez, Christine Cano, Erica Garcia, Amber Casarez; and only grandson Shea Casarez; brothers, Pete Casarez and wife Theresa, Frutoso “Tuto” Casarez, Robert (Beto) Casarez of La Feria, Texas; sister, Manuela Sanchez; numerous nieces and nephews; and lifelong friends, Gilbert “Shorty” Gonzales, and Mr. and Mrs. Matias Limon. “ and He will call me someday to my home far away. Where in His glory forever I’ll share” The family would like to express a special thanks to David and Regan Garrett of OSA Optical for their support, friendship, and prayers as well as the AFD & EMS. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to San Jose Catholic Church. Serving as pallbearers will be Martin Bermudez, David Cano, Joe Cano, Jesse Casarez, Pete Casarez, Jr., John Manuel Rodriguez. Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be at 7:00 pm on Monday, April 9, 2007 at San Jose Catholic Church. Mass of the Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Tuesday, April 10, 2007 at San Jose Catholic Church with Reverend Miguel Duarte officiating. Interment will follow at Assumption Cemetery. Memorials and guestbook online at wcfish.com