George Alberto Santana, III

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Elmwood Memorial Park. Family and friends are invited to gather for a visitation on Monday evening from 6 to 7:00 PM, the rosary will be recited and time of sharing memories will begin at 7:00 PM.

George was born on May 10, 1971, in Abilene, Texas. He was one of three children and the only boy born to George Santana, Jr. and Sylvia (Gonzales) Santana. He grew up attending local schools and was a proud Abilene Eagle. His family attended St. Vincent Pallotti Catholic Church in the earlier years where he completed his sacraments. In later years he would attend Sacred Heart Church with his parents when visiting. From a young age George was hardworking following in his father’s footsteps, being a truck driver. He also worked alongside his uncle/brother Rocky in his Cantina. He worked for Tigé Boats in Quality Control. He later went to work for Coca-Cola where he was a Certified Forklift driver. George had cultivated his skill so well that he was presented with the opportunity to represent his group in competing against other leaders in his industry.

In the early years George enjoyed hanging out with his friends and creating fun memories. He was often the life of the party and enjoyed having a good time. Also, during his early years George became a father, welcoming his one and only child, Starry Sky. George was loyal to those he cared about he was always there if you needed him. He was a huge family man who loved his family. His laugh will be remembered by all those who were privileged to get to know his sense of humor. He was also a gifted artist and stayed up to date with technology. He enjoyed dancing, his music, roller coasters and being his family’s, Michael Myers. George was a good cook that liked to BBQ, he made family BBQ’s special. He was a devoted Texas sports fan. He supported all the teams win or lose, The Dallas Cowboys (his favorite), San Antonio Spurs and Texas Rangers. He was also an original, “Foodie” before it was popular. He married the love of his life Julie on December 7, 2024. Together they shared their love of food, Julie liked to cook and George liked to eat. After their marriage they were inseparable supporting each other in whatever way they could. There union merged two families as one. George fulfilled a bucket list of relocating to San Antonio where he and Julie were creating the life they loved.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Tony and Ynez Gonzales; paternal grandparents, George, Sr. and Lucille Santana; special uncle, Rojelio “Rocky” Santana, Sr,

He is survived by his devoted wife, Julie Solis Santana; his daughter, Starry Sky Santana; his parents, George and Sylvia Santana; siblings, Stephanie Santana, Melissa Arrazola(Gilbert), and Geno Galvan; stepchildren, Rose Solis, Cres Rocha, Jubilee Crim(Gabriel) and Marcus Solis; 2 grandchildren; numerous loving nieces and nephews; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, colleagues and special friends too numerous to name.