Antonio Ochoa Delgado, aged 94, passed away on June 7, 2022. Born in Lockhart, Texas, on June 23, 1927, Antonio resided in Houston, Livingston, and Pasadena for the majority of his life. He began working at an early age, and eventually became a professional house painter, a trade he passed on to several of his children. He was also an accomplished carpenter and general tradesman, and a member of the Painters’ Union.
In addition to being a devoted family man and Catholic, Antonio had many pastimes and passions, including bowling, fishing, and dancing. He was an active member of the Knights of Columbus. Perhaps most notably, Antonio was a lifelong Astros fan, and noted for his willingness to inform the various players on how they might improve their performance – advice he offered willingly whether attending live or watching on TV.
Antonio is survived by his brother Ishmael Delgado and wife Josie; sister Guadalupe Alcorta and husband Concepcion; eight of his children: Tony Delgado, Jr. and wife Sissy; Fran Sicinski and husband Mike; Kathy Baird; Tony Franco and Connie and Lena Franco; Robin Franco and wife Maria; Dimas Franco and wife Melissa; Geraldine Cervantes and husband Ray; Aurelio Franco and wife Gloria; Janie Franco; and Carolyn Carter. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, 44 grandchildren, 99 great-grandchildren, and sixteen great-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his father Anastasio, and mother Maria Delgado; his brothers Domingo, Juan, Merced, and Tomas Delgado; his sisters Juana Martinez and Teresa Macias; his wife Miriam Delgado; his wife Estella Delgado; his children Lana, Mike, and David Delgado, Aaron, Jason, and Dominic Franco, and Delores and Gilbert Sanchez, as well as two grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
