Juan Hector De La Rosa

Juan Hector De La Rosa passed away peacefully due to natural causes on January 3, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. He is preceded in death by his father Gilberto De La Rosa, and sons Tony De La Rosa and Jesse De La Rosa. Born on June 20, 1938, in Mexico, Juan's life was a rich tapestry woven with the love of family, the joy of music, and the steadfastness of faith.

Juan's journey began in Mexico, where his early years were filled with the culture and traditions that he would cherish throughout his life. His mother, Isidra De La Rosa, instilled in him a profound sense of devotion and the importance of family, values that would define him as a man. Juan's heart found its match in his beloved spouse, Gloria Alden, with whom he created a beautiful life and family.

Together, they had a blended family, with children Vanessa (Dario) Olivares, Hector De La Rosa, William (Debra) De La Rosa, Hector Zacarias, Tina (Genaro) Sanchez, Lee Alden, Kimberly Alden, Paul (Eloisa) Alden, Aziz Alden, and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Juan's love for Tejano music would fill their home and car rides with lively beats. He was often found humming along to his favorite tunes, a testament to his appreciation for the music that echoed the spirit of his homeland. His passion for telenovelas was equally known, as he enjoyed the dramatic twists and turns of each storyline, sharing this pastime with family and friends.

Those who knew Juan will remember him as a faith-filled man, whose spirituality never wavered. As we bid farewell to Juan Hector De La Rosa, we celebrate a life lived to the fullest, rich in faith and love. Juan's presence will be profoundly missed, yet his spirit will live on, a comforting and enduring presence in the lives of all who were fortunate to know him.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Porter Loring Mortuary West.