He was preceded in death by his parents, Tony R. Quiroz, Sr. and Elvira O. Quiroz; his older brother, Tony Jr.; and his younger sister, Gloria Ann Neal.
Victor is survived by his wife, Leslie Appleton Quiroz, and his first wife and the mother of his children, Darlene Diamond. He leaves behind his children, Linda Quiroz, Starr Quiroz Coleman (Matthew), and Victor O. Quiroz, Jr.; and grandchildren Alexis Martinez, Deanna Martinez, Dominic Quiroz, Alijah Quiroz, and Jack Coleman. He is also survived by his sisters, Vera Estrada, Dolores Rodriguez (Ray), and Patty Guerra, along with many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins.
Victor proudly served his country in the U.S. Army, including a year in Vietnam, where he fought in the historic Battle of Hamburger Hill. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for saving a fellow soldier’s life. After three additional years of active duty, he returned home and later served 18 years in the Army Reserves, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. He retired with full military honors, leaving behind a legacy of service and the gratitude of the many soldiers he trained and helped return home safely.
Victor was deeply loved by his family and friends and will be greatly missed. His courage, dedication, and love for those around him will never be forgotten.
Visitation will be held at Sunset Northwest Funeral Home, 6321 Bandera Road, San Antonio, Texas 78238, on November 18, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
A Funeral Service will take place at Resurrection of the Lord, 7990 Military Drive West, San Antonio, Texas 78227, on November 19, 2026, at 11:00 am.
A Committal Service will follow at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, Shelter #1, 1520 Harry Wurzbach Road, San Antonio, Texas 78209, on November 19, 2026, at 1:00 pm.
