Antonio Achaigua Blas

Antonio proudly served his country for nearly 25 years in the United States Army, including several tours in the Vietnam War. His dedication, courage, and discipline carried through every chapter of his life. He was also a proud Chamorro from Sinajana, Guam, who held his heritage close with his community.

After retiring from the Army, Antonio continued a distinguished career in the defense and technology industries, working with respected companies such as Lockheed Martin, Texas Instruments, Raytheon, Pulau, and others. His work reflected the same commitment to service and innovation that defined his military career. Beyond his professional life, Antonio enjoyed a lifelong passion for HAM Radio and electronics. He loved building and repairing equipment, connecting with like-minded operators around the globe, and sharing in the joy of communication across borders.

Antonio was preceded in death by his son, Anthony Blas. He is survived by his beloved wife, Kyong Blas; daughters Antonette, Mary, and Sandira; his son, Wayne, and grandchildren Tony and Bijan. His legacy lives on through the love of his family and the many lives he touched.

Visitation will be held on Monday, October 20 from 5pm-7pm with Recitation of the Rosary at 6pm at Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 21 at 11:00am at Holy Family Catholic Church, followed by burial at 1:00pm at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery, Killeen.