Sergio Zambrano

Sergio Zambrano was born February 15, 1979 to Iris Ortiz. When he was in High School he participated in Band and Mariachi and graduated from PSJA Bears in 1997. Sergio worked in the restaurant industry as a server for 20 years for Denny's, Whataburger, Longhorns and finally Applebee's in Weslaco. He was a member of South Texas 49ers Chapter, RGV 49ers. In 2012 he met the love of his life, Michele Pena and later married in 2013. He is now reunited with his mother, Iris A. Ortiz Zambrano; grandmother, Dominga Salazar and grandfather, Papi Chuey. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife, Michele Pena Zambrano; children: Ruben Reyes, Briana Zambrano, Beatriz Zambrano, Clarissa Zambrano, Adryanne Zambrano; dad, Raul R. (Nydia) Zambrano; paternal grandmother Maricruz Ontiveros; brother, Raul R. (Celina) Zambrano Jr; sister, Adrianna (Pablo) Zambrano Salazar; grandson, Noah Martinez; nephews: Rene Salazar & Pablo Salazar and niece Alejandra Salazar.

He was a very dedicated husband to his wife and dad to his kids. He was the life of the party and never a dull moment. He loved "Superman" and through all his years of fighting illnesses being hospitalized, he would come back stronger than ever and that's when everyone called him "Superman". He was our beloved hero called Superman! He would tell everyone he met, "Smile, you live longer", that was his motivation. He had a heart of gold and loved everyone unconditionally. All he ever wanted was for everyone to get along. H was a child at heart, loved watching Disney movies, especially Aladdin, he loved Power Rangers, Knight Rider, Freddy Krueger and doing Tiktoks! He would walk into any room and brighten it up with his radiant smile. He loved dancing and singing. He loved his brother, sister, his dad, Raul Zambrano and mother, Iris Ortiz Zambrano with all his heart. His two nephews and niece were his life. His kids were his pride and joy. Before passing at Knapp, he was surrounded by his family. Sergio was the first organ donor at Knapp Medical Center and was given his Honor Walk for his heroism on saving up to eight lives.

Family will receive friends Wednesday, April 16, 2025 from 2 pm to 10 pm with a rosary at 7 pm at Funeraria del Angel Highland in Weslaco. Funeral service will be celebrated at 1 pm on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at Funeraria del Angel Highland in Weslaco. Interment will follow at Highland Memorial Park in Weslaco.