I met Marty and Mike back in 1979. The sweetest thing I remember most about him is that no matter what time or what day we would show up at their house he would always greet us with his big smile and happy eyes. He always had time for a visit. He always made us feel welcomed. He was a great father to his children. I believe that God works in misterious ways and knows what we need in life. It was proven to me once again when we crossed paths . It was then that my family grew again. Mike and his beautiful family became ours too.  I know he will set a table for all of us  when we are reunited before the lord. Until then my friend ,rest easy until we meet again. Love you  my brother.

They say that something that shocks you is what most likely stays in your memory and what I will never forget is the day of my wedding, walking down the beautiful isle underneath the heart shaped arch that my Matron of Honor Ashley, so beautifully thought to place...and my huge dress getting caught on it so I couldn't move! Now, I can look back and laugh but thank God Bro Mike was there to unhook me! And that's Just the kind of man he was- Always there! He will be deeply missed and his legacy will forever be remembered! A Godly, Patient, Hardworking man that was just adored by his family, friends, and church family! There was Nothing he wouldn't do for his wife, daughters, son-in-laws and Especially his Grandbabies! There was no limit to what kind of shirt or outfit Ashley would make that he wouldn't proudly wear to show his love for his Grandchildren. The peace from the words that God put in my heart of Bro Mike is, "Well done thou good and Faithful servent".  The Lord, Jesus Christ, conquered death and gave us a promise that all who truly love Him will meet again, for this I am very thankful and will be looking forward to that day! 

Bro Mike was such a sweet Man of God. He loved his family and his church. He was also one of the hardest workers I know. He was always ready to lend a hand when things needed to be done around the church.   He will truly be missed. 

There are so many wonderful memories, but the one that stands out and one I  always share is when Mike was first dating Marta. How I use to jump on his arm and he would let me hang on as he lifted me up and down as if I weighed almost nothing...lol
 and now as I think of him ,all I can see is his smile.
Mike, you were so much more to me then a brother-in-law you were my big brother and I could always count on you.
You did so much for myself and my family. You had such a big and loving heart and never made me feel as if I was needing or asking  to much of you.
I love you always

Ramona

My sweet Brother Mike. There are too many wonderful adjectives to describe you. You were kind, loving, and a soft spoken gentleman. You must have gotten a glimpse of heaven and decided it was too glorious to return to earth. I will never forgot all the fatherly advice you gave me. I will never forget how you loved my girls. Thank you for all your service and sacrifice you did for Glad Tidings. Save a place for me! 

Bro Mike , 
Thank you for loving me like your own , and thank you for always being there when I needed you. As I’m still in disbelief of you being gone, I know you wouldn’t trade the streets of gold & sitting with Jesus for any of it. I’m so thankful for this precious memory we share of the Sunday after my 18th Birthday. You always had a warm smile & a big hug waiting for me when I would come home.   I’m so blessed and grateful to know that you were a part of my life. I know this isn’t Goodbye but a See ya later , I look forward to that  day! 

Tomorrow we will celebrate the life of a good man. Mike Garcia was an amazing man and I feel blessed that I got to know him. Through the years I witnessed his love and devotion for his wife Marty. He loved his daughters and grandchildren and lived every moment for them! I will always remember MyMike as a good-hearted, fun-loving, compassionate, respectful, generous, thoughtful, considerate, loyal, sweet gentlemen, patient, forgiving, good-tempered and hardworking man. Mike had a great love and dedication (27 years) for his church Glad Tidings. He was always involved in all activities we had and he served with a happy heart. He always went above and beyond to make sure we had what we needed for any event. Mike took pride and love in his church and for this I will be forever grateful. God broke the mold when he made Mike! I miss my friend but I know with assurance I will see him again ❤️

Mike was always helping at our church Glad Tidings.  I remember him putting up pipe dividers for harvest festival, making ramp for children's church, dressing up as Pancho with a big black mustache, helping with kids during out of town trips, putting up signs for kids church events, and so much more.  The children in our church were truly blessed to know Brother Mike and he was a great example for our children.  We will miss him but we know that Heaven is the best place for him.  Mike's love for God was a legacy he left for all who knew him.

I would like to extend my condolences to my Tia martha,  cousins Ashley and Michelle on the their loss of loved one.  I was just thinking back to seventh grade when Tio mike would come to eat lunch with Ashley and us at school.  I always enjoyed sitting with them and just appreciating that bond they had.  Now that im older i see even more beauty in the consistency he showed as a father to show up almost everyday to eat lunch with his daughter. Ill miss you Tio mike.  My Tia martha was so blessed to have you in her life.  And Im greatful that my cousins had you as a father. RIP Tio,  Ill see you again.



Tia Martha, Michelle & Ashley,

It is with a heavy heart and dampened spirit that I extend my deepest condolences. May God give you the strength and the peace that surpasses all understanding, to endure this big loss. Let your faith, time, and the good memories that you shared with Tio Mike bring you comfort.

Jenny Lee 




Not only was Mike my Tio, he was also my godfather.  For as long as I’ve known him, he was always a good man.  Always willing to help out regardless who you were. His faith in God was awesome. I pray that he fly high in the heaven above. I’ll be praying extra hard for my tia Marta, the girls and the grandchildren. You will be dearly missed but not forgotten Tio Mike. We love you !!

Tio Mike you will truely be missed it was an honor to know you and call you my uncle now you can rest no more suffering love you Tio until we meet again your niece Ruby and family

Dear Sister Marty and family,  

Our love and prayers go out to you in this time of loss.  We are sorrowing with you all, but not as those that have no hope. (1 Thess 4:13-18).   I remember praying one time with Bro. Mike in the altar at Glad Tidings and thinking "this man really loves the Lord!" He was so humbled and broken in the presence of God.  What a testimony, what a soldier, what a life changed by the power of God!  Bro. Mike was surely a blessing and Godly example to myself, my wife, and mom Tina Solis.  More than that, he was a second father to Cindy after her father passed.  I'm just thankful he let me marry her :) He was a pillar in the Church and a faithful steward of his Lord Jesus Christ.  Well done Bro Mike! 

Grandpa you are missed my many of us and no one will ever forget you. Me and Savannah miss shopping with you. I love you❤️

What I expected…

I expected to give him a hug but that didn’t happen.
I expected to cry tears of joy but I ended up crying tears of sadness.

I expected to see him sitting on his spot on the couch instead his seat is empty.
I expected him to watch his favorite shows but now barely the T.V is used.

I expected to see him wake up and get ready for the day but he didn’t get up.
I expected him to hold the baby now she’s wondering where he is.

People say life is filled with surprises well it is but sometimes the surprises are not what you always expect. When everything is going well something horrible can happen.

My beloved grandpa died when everyone least expected it. This is an example of life’s surprises.

Brian Flores, Age 10

What does he do up there…


In Heaven there he is. 
But what does he do without the ones who love him.
Does he shake his head in dissaproval or wait for the day we come.

As we look back at the memories we had with him, we wish he never left.
Does he know that one of his grandchildren cried until he slept.
Or does wish he could come back and tell us everything is alright.

In Heaven there he is.
The best memories fill our heads.
Just thinking about him up there makes me feel happier than sad.

In Heaven there he is.
In Heaven he will stay.
Heaven is the best place for him to stay…
Where no pain will hurt him.
Even though we wish he can stay.
There everything is okay.

If he does shake his head in disapproval we’ll try harder.
If he waits for the day we will do what is right.
If he does wish he could come back and tell us everything is ok we will understand.

Now there is a hole shaped like him in our hearts…

Brian Flores, Age 10

When I went to the room depressing faces all around not a smile in sight.
The tube made him look like he was smiling.
I felt his heartbeat like the rest did.

I wanted to believe it was a dream.
They cried while saying “Wake up Dad”.

Now all we do is cry and mourn him.

I miss all the stuff he used to do and now all of his work I will do.
I made a promise that I must do.




My moral is You’ll never know how important someone is until you lose them…



	In loving memory of my only grandpa.


From Brian, Age 10

To Grandpa


My Tio Mike,his brother and sisters 
Englandina ,Jacinto,Avelia and Miguel


Praying for you and your family. Mike was a blessing to all who knew him.  An amazing man, father, husband and Christian. Dad loved him.

I remember playing softball at Elgin park with the family. I was always at first base and that ball would come in hard. With the old beat up glove I had it hurt that much more. I guess that helped me not to be afraid of the ball. We will miss you tio Mike. Till we meet again.

Oh dearest uncle Mike you will be greatly missed and we are left with beautiful memories of you. ❤ thank you for being an awesome uncle

Marta I never got the pleasure of meeting you & your husband. But I feel like I've known you both for ever through you photos & stories.  My heart is breaking having to write this. One day we'll all meet in God's garden. 
My very deepest condolences to you & your family.  My Prayers are with you & your family during this difficult time 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Love, Peggy Petit

My Deepest Condolences. Prayers to family and friends. My the Lord Be With Yall.  
Love yall, 
Maria Rodriguez 
New Braunfels 

Even though I didn’t live in Corpus to get to spend time with Mike and Marta as I would have like I knew the kind of man Mike was   
He was a kind father and giving grandfather and loving husband. I know you will leave a big 
Impression on everyone that knew you. You have left sweet memories that will live on for a lifetime. I’m happy Marta found a man like Mike. Sending my love to all the family and may 
You feel the Lord’s arms wrap around you during the days ahead. 
Tia Chela and Tio Mike. 

There are no words to express the hurt for the loss of my Uncle Mike.  He was a beloved husband and best friend to my Tia Marta, and a great father, grandfather, Uncle, and friend to many. Ashley and Michelle your dad always bragged about how wonderful you both were, and the beautiful grandkids you have given him. I hope you know that you meant the world to him. He was a wonderful man and will be missed. He will always be remembered, he  brought so much joy to everyone around him. He will be missed by many!

I will keep you close In my thoughts and prayers. Love you and may god bless you!

On behalf of the Armstrong Lumber family,  please accept our deepest condolences. Mike  was a long time customer, who thru the years became like family.  His presence and sense of humor will be greatly missed by Rosendo, Roxy,  Luther, Lisa and all of us who had the privilege to have met him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Armstrong Lumber 



I first met Mike back in 1988 when I was hired on with Bay @ Valero refinery. I worked under Mike's supervision for nearly six years before moving to Chicago. Since then, I was reacquainted with Mike as he was now my customer. We shared many memories of the good ol' days while he visited my office making purchases for Bay. I last saw Mike about two weeks ago while placing an order. Mike would always come in, grab a cup of coffee and always complained  because there were never any cookies or donuts for him for his coffee. He always put a smile on all our faces with every visit. Mike, thank you for all of your advise and wisdom while you were my supervisor and a HUGE thank you for all the laughs and talks these past thirteen years. You are and will always be a TRUE FRIEND! I will truly miss you. You will NEVER be forgotten. May you rest in peace for all eternity and fly high with the angels. My sincerest condolences to his beautiful wife and family. I'm so sorry for your loss. May the good Lord above comfort you all and give you strength during this most difficult time.

To my cousins Martha, Michelle, Ashley, Eddie, Frank and all the grandchildren.  

You're all in my prayers.  May the lord give you all the strength . Cousin Mike you where amazing person inside and out. May you Rest in Peace in the heavenly world.  We are with you in sprit love yall.

                            Love Always ,
           Manuel , Mercedes, Scott,
    Manuel , Maghanne,  Manuel,  Miguel 
                                Matt, Dana .

Life is so precious.
Remembering My Tio Mike last words to me. I love you!
 He was a Great Family Man.
He was my Teacher.
He taught me so many things just like if he was my Dad. I could talk to him about
Anything. Watching us grow up.  He was always there for me and my family.
I will cherish all the wonderful Memories and love you left us. 
He only takes the best! And you were the Best !
Love
Your Favorite  Sandra 



Mike , a Godly man, such a sweet gentle spirited  man. One who loved  God, his church and family. .I don't remember ever seeing him angry , he was too kind to anger..I thank you for all these years you were always there for my sister and family. ..I know Jesus  greeted you with open arms you will forever be in our hearts..we love you and we are going  to miss you dearly. .
Rudy ,Amy and Family 

Will always have you in our hearts  , a great man of God whom we loved very much  , remembering when you first came into our lives  the day you married my sister Marta .... Rest in peace Mike ,... My sister   , Ashley  , Michelle and  family.   God's comfort strength and peace continue to be with you all . We love you  your sister Linda and brother in law Sam  ❤

Mike was an extrordinary man. He gave so much to his family, friends, and in his servitude to the Lord.   I feel so blessed to have shared in his life for 40+ years.   His warmth, kindness, and gentle nature was like no other.  I will miss his smile, laughter, and  presence in our lives.  

My comfort comes in knowing the Lord greeted you wth these words: "Well done thy good and faithful servant; welcome to the joy of the Lord."

Love you, Mike.

Martina

I can never remember a time that Mike wasn’t volunteering to help with something; whether with his family or at church. His quiet, yet steadfast example will be greatly missed. We love your family and send our prayers and thoughts during this time, and in the days to come. 

Mike was a very special person, he loved his family and his church, he was always up at the church helping do something, him and Marty are special people always giving of themselves. I will miss him and his smile , but I know he has the biggest smile now, sitting with Jesus. My prayers of comfort and peace are with you Marty, Ashley, Michelle and the family , we will meet again soon in Heaven . Love 💕 you all

You will always and forever be in my heart, you were an Amazing uncle until we meet again love you to the moon and back


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Miguel Garcia Jr.

April 25, 1951 – March 1, 2019

Memory Gardens Funeral Home & Cemetery

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