John “Johnny” David Perez, 61, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at a hospital in Edinburg, Texas. He was born on July 14, 1964, to Maximo Perez Sr. and Santos Saenz Perez in Gonzales, Texas.
Johnny was the proud owner and operator of Johnny’s Motor Service in Falfurrias, a business he devoted himself to for more than 34 years. Known for his strong work ethic and dedication to his customers, he built a reputation rooted in honesty, skill, and a genuine passion for helping others.
Johnny was a true Dallas Cowboys fan, and enjoyed spending time fishing and barbequing, especially brisket, with the people he loved most. A natural handyman, he was always eager to fix anything he could get his hands on. Above all, Johnny was deeply protective and devoted to his family. His grandchildren were his pride and joy, and he cherished every moment spent being their fun, silly grandpa.
He was welcomed into Heaven by the Lord and reunited with his parents; sister, Gracie Cruz; and grandson, Jose Angel Moreno, Jr.
Johnny is survived by his wife, Maria “Lupita” Perez of Falfurrias; daughters, Kassandra (Jose) Moreno of Falfurrias, Kynndra Perez of McAllen, Texas, Kayla (Delfino) Salinas of Falfurrias, Kabrina (Justin) Telles of Skiatook, Oklahoma, and Kalissa Perez of Longview, Texas; son, Christian Gonzalez of Falfurrias; brothers, Maximo (Rosie) Perez Jr. of Premont, Texas, Genaro (Connie) Perez, and Rene Ramirez both of Falfurrias; sisters, Linda (Ray) Trevino of Del Rio, Texas, Antonia (Richard) Ramirez of Falfurrias, Alda Emma Perez and Marilyn Perez both of Houston, Texas; 13 grandchildren, Kirsten, Sean, Dalayla, D’Averie, Delfino Jr., Faith, Jaxson, Julius, Zelaina, Hunter, Jace, Ka’son, and Grayson; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members.
Pallbearers will be Genaro Perez, Maximo Perez, Jose Moreno, Sean Arevalo, Rene Ramirez, Frank Elizondo, Delfino Salinas Sr., and Justin Telles. Honorary Pallbearers are Milo Ortiz, Mario Munoz, Mike Pena, and Mario Maldonado.
Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, December 8, 2025, at the Funeraria Del Angel Howard Williams in Falfurrias with Rosary at 12:00 p.m. Burial will follow at the Falfurrias Burial Park.
**If you have Dallas Cowboys attire or colors, please wear them to the service to honor Johnny.
