Reyes H. Lara, 78, of Midland went to rest in peace on Wednesday, October 2, 2013. He was born on July 9, 1935 in Casa Piedra to Gregorio Lara and Sabina Herrera. Reyes moved to Midland where he met and married Angelita C. Lara on June 19, 1956 and they were married for 56 years. Reyes was a very loving and generous man. He was loved by everyone and will be missed by all who knew him.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Angelita Lara; son, Raymond Lara; his daughter, Alicia Lara; his parents, brother, Apolinar H. Lara, and sister Micaela Najera.
He is survived by his daughter, Olga Vega of Midland; his brother’s, Manuel and Gregorio Lara of Midland; his sister, Mary Goana of Lubbock; seven grandchildren, nineteen great grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Family will receive friends on Friday, October 4, 2013 between the hours of 6-8 pm at Ellis Funeral Home. A funeral service has been scheduled for Saturday, October 5, 2013 at 11:00am in the Chapel at Ellis Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. Online condolences may be offered at www.ellisfunerals.com.
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