Raul Esparza

Raul Fuentes Esparza passed from this life on February 8, 2023 at the age of 82. He was born December 4, 1940 to Apolonio and Felecita Esparza in Eagle Pass, Texas. He married Lucia Ortega Esparza on May 21, 1960 in Lubbock, Texas and they shared 60 years together. He was employed at The Ranch House restaurant for over 30 years and was a welder at Great Plains for over 10 years. Raul enjoyed family gatherings, driving around, and was the best storyteller. That wild bobcat didn't stand a chance! He will be remembered for his singing, his sense of humor and his love for his wife and family.
Raul is survived by his sons Felipe Esparza and Ruben Esparza, 9 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren as well as his sisters, Mary Montes,
Dora Ballejo, and Angie Land, his brother Jose Cruz Esparza and brother-in-law Sirildo Ortego. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Lucia, his parents, his sister Bertha Esparza, and his brothers Abel, Juan, Feliberto "Beto," Roberto "Bobo," and Apolonio "Jr." Esparza.
Visitation will be held Sunday, February 12 from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Guajardo Funeral Chapels. A graveside service will be held Monday, February 13 at 1:00 p.m. at the Abernathy I.O.O.F. Cemetery.