Ricardo F. Campa

1934 - 2013

Ricardo F. Campa obituary, 1934-2013

BORN

1934

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Funeraria del Angel Roy Akers

515 North Main Ave

San Antonio, Texas

Ricardo Campa Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 21, 2013.

Retired T Sgt. Ricardo F. Campa, born December 15, 1934 in Converse, TX; passed away on November 20, 2013 with his family by his side. Preceded in death by his brother Felipe Campa and nephew Ernest Muniz Jr., he will be greatly missed. Ricardo is survived by his wife of 52 years Elva, son's Richard (Beverly); Philip, daughters Antonia, Diana (Ricardo), Grandchildren Richie and Ethan, sister Zulema (Ernest) Muniz, cousin's Rebecca (Rudy) Ledesma; Juan (Lupe) Campa as well as numerous relatives and friends. Ricardo was a Vietnam Veteran who proudly served his country for 20 years in the U.S. Air Force. The Campa family would like to extend their gratitude to the nurses and staff at Vitas Hospice for the comfort and care that they provided. Visitation will held at Funeraria Del Angel Roy Akers on Tuesday November 26 beginning at 5 PM with a rosary to be recited at 7PM. A precession will depart from the funeral home on Wednesday November 27 at 8:30AM to San Fernando Cathedral for Mass to begin at 9AM, followed by burial at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. Please visit www.FunerariaDelAngelRoyAkers.com details.

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November 27, 2013

Delia Bullock

Dear Campa Family,
Thank you for allowing us to attend the celebration of Ricardo's life. Diana, your tribute, the view of the insider, the daughter who knew him so well, brought him to life for all of us. No doubt he lives on in you.

November 26, 2013

Celina Sharpe

Diana,
I am so sorry for your family's loss. We are all thinking about you during this difficult time. Cherish the memories.....Celina

November 26, 2013

Bernice improta

To the entire Campa Family. We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Peace be with you all.

November 26, 2013

Richard and Beverly our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Toni your family is in our prayers.We are so sorry for your loss. May God bless you all. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Luis and Linda Rodriguez and family.

November 26, 2013

Linda (Conley) Sweeney

Dear Campa Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Mr. Campa was a wonderful neighbor and friend to the Conley family for many years. I will miss seeing him out in the front yard. My prayers are with your family.

November 26, 2013

ANTONIA CAMPA

Thank you family & friends for all your love & support for my Father & family. Special thank's to my Aunt Zulema & Uncle Ernest Muniz & my cousin's: Rosemary & Mario, Matthew, Margie, Ceasar & Joe Alex my family never left my Dad's side & always stood by the family. My dear Father we are in good hands, rest in peace. I love you Dad you will always be with me. Your loving daughter Antonia.

November 25, 2013

To the Campa Family... We're going miss seeing Mr. Campa on his daily walks. He was such a wonderful man, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He will be deeply missed by all.

Macias Family

November 25, 2013

Diana Campa-Del Rosario

To my beloved father, his candle will always light our path.

November 25, 2013

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November 25, 2013

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November 25, 2013

Mario, Rosemary, & Matthew Arriaga

Tia Elva and Cousins,
We want to express our sincere LOVE and Sympathy for the loss of our Tio Richard. I know this will get harder before it gets easier but just know that his spirit is watching over each of you and will always be near to help you with his loss and your pain. Tio is in a better place with our Heavenly Father. May the Lord bring you comfort and the healing power of the atonement be with you in the days ahead. Tio will always be in our hearts. We Love you Tio Richard!! RIP

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November 25, 2013

Diana Conley

To the entire Campa family - your father was a great man and wonderful next door neighbor. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all in this time of sorrow.

November 25, 2013

Marian Rabe

Diana, I am sorry for the great loss, you and your family are experiencing. I know he was a wonderful man who loved his family very much. Please know that your dad and the Campa family are in my prayers.

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