Abel was born October 2, 1968, in Chicago, Illinois where he lived until the age of 9, then moved to McAllen, Tx. In McAllen he attended school until his graduation from Memorial High School. After graduation Abel moved to Houston, Texas where he attended Universal Technical Institutes obtaining his associates degree. To follow several different job paths. Until he began working for Halliburton, where he easily made great friends with his coworkers. The Garcia family extends gratitude to Halliburton employees for their generosity throughout these difficult times.
Abel was a true Astros and Texans fan. Abel was known for his great barbecue, grilling, cooking skills. Every meal Abel served was with love his cooking will definitely be missed.
Visitation will be Friday, August 6, 2021, from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a Holy Rosary at 7:00 pm at Del Angel Funeral Home located at 3611 N. Taylor Rd., Mission, Tx. Church mass will be held on Saturday, August 7, 2021, at 9:00 am at Our Lady of Sorrows located at 1108 W. Hackberry Ave., McAllen, Tx with interment to follow at 3:00pm at Valley Memorial Cemetery located at 3611 N. Taylor Road, Mission, Texas.
Abel is survived by his mother San Juanita Garcia, sister Romie Marquez, sister Isabel Barreras and youngest brother Juan Carlos, daughter Jessica Garcia. He was known as "Pawpaw" to his grandchildren Owen, Abel and Robert whom he loved dearly. His family included several beloved nephews and nieces. And lastly, Abel leaves behind his fiancée Griselda Garcia of Houston and her children. Abel was affectionately known as" Bear" to Cris and most of their friends in Houston.
Again, the Garcia family extends our most sincere thank you to all our family and friends who have reached out.
Speakers of the eulogy, Vanessa Garcia, Charlie Garcia, Michael Barreras.
Pallbearers:
Charlie Garcia
Jorge Marroquin
Sunny Salinas Jr.
Ruben Garcia
Francisco Garcia
Robert Olmos
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