Esteban Garcia III entered into eternal rest on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at his residence in Encino, Texas, at the age of 74. He was born on December 30, 1951, in Mission, Texas, to Esteban Garcia Jr. and Laurentina Martinez Garcia.
Esteban was a true cattleman, rancher, and hunter whose family’s legacy in cattle ranching dated back to 1827, making him a proud fifth-generation cattleman. He had a deep respect for agriculture and strongly believed in preserving the land and maintaining wildlife habitats in their natural state. He was especially fascinated by Brahman cattle and Whitetail deer and found great peace in the outdoors, particularly loving Colorado.
A man of great strength, both physically and spiritually, Esteban was deeply devoted to his faith and to the family he loved so dearly. He was a loving and dedicated husband, an exceptional father, and an even more cherished grandfather. Known for his fairness, generosity, and willingness to help others, Esteban earned the respect and admiration of all who knew him. He also took great pride in caring for his home, enjoying landscaping and planting trees.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife, Oma Elisa Garcia of Encino; his sons, Esteban (Melissa) Garcia IV of Fort Collins, Colorado, Edwardo A. (Amanda) Garcia of San Isidro, Texas, and Enrique E. (Ashleigh) Garcia of Beeville, Texas; his brothers, Gerardo Luis (Elvira) Garcia of Encino and Carlos O. (Melissa) Garcia of McAllen, Texas; his sisters, Rebecca (Lee) Garcia of Dallas, Texas, Sylvia (Calixto) Hernandez of Mission, Texas, Victoria (Hank) Shoopman of Dripping Springs, Texas, and Elva (Jack) Pegram of Aransas Pass, Texas; and his four beloved grandchildren, who lovingly knew him as “Popo”, Emma Garcia, Edwardo Esteban Garcia, Ethan Joaquin Garcia, and Ellie Lauren Garcia, all of San Isidro. He also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and many dear friends.
Visitation will begin at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at the Funeraria Del Angel Howard Williams in Falfurrias with a Rosary to be prayed at 6:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Falfurrias. Private Family Burial will be held at a later time.
