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Obituary of Andre Ace Vela
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With deepest sorrow, we announce that Andre Ace Vela, age 2, our most beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and friend, passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2024.
Andre was born in Harlingen, Texas on December 13, 2021, to Samantha and Enrique Vela. He brought immense joy and happiness to everyone he met. Andre was a sweet and happy boy whose smile could light up any room. He loved pizza, chicken nuggets, dancing, and watching movies. His playful spirit and infectious laughter will be deeply missed.
Andre is survived by his loving parents, Samantha and Enrique Vela; his big brother, Angel Alexander Vela. He is also survived by his maternal grandparents, Andrea Avila and Roberto Peña, Juan Avila; paternal grandparents, Enrique and Leticia Vela. Andre leaves behind his aunts and uncles, Marinna Pina, Alexandrea Pina, Michael Avila, Casey Avila, Connie Falcon, Juan and Lesly Avila, Isaura and Henry Garza, and Laura and Arturo Salinas. He also leaves behind numerous great aunts and uncles, cousins, and great-grandparents.
Visitation will be held at Thomae-Garza Funeral Home in San Benito, Texas on Monday, July 8, 2024, from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a Rosary Service at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will take place on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. We invite family and friends to join us in celebrating Andre’s beautiful life.
Though he was taken from us far too soon. Andre’s beautiful smile and joyful spirit will live in our hearts forever. He was a bright light in our lives, and his memory will be cherished always.
You may sign the online guestbook, light a remembrance candle, or send words of comfort to the family of Andre Ace Vela at www.thomaegarza.com.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Thomae-Garza Funeral Home and Crematorium, 395 S. Sam Houston, San Benito, Texas, (956) 399-1331.
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Monday
8
July
Visitation
3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Monday, July 8, 2024
Thomae-Garza Funeral Home
395 S. Sam Houston
San Benito, Texas, United States
9563991331
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Monday
8
July
Rosary
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Monday, July 8, 2024
Thomae-Garza Funeral Home
395 S. Sam Houston
San Benito, Texas, United States
9563991331
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Tuesday
9
July
Chapel Service
10:00 am - 10:45 am
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Thomae-Garza Funeral Home
395 S. Sam Houston
San Benito, Texas, United States
9563991331
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Andre Vela
2021 - 2024
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Phone: (956) 399-1331
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395 South Sam Houston
P.O. Box 92
San Benito, TX 78586