Benito

Zuniga

In Loving Memory of

Benito Zuniga

May 18, 1951 - September 2, 2026

Benito Zuniga , age 75, of Harlingen, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2026. He was born on May 18, 1951.

Benito was a hardworking and strong man who dedicated much of his life to working. Benito worked at many places to include: migrant work in Colorado, he worked as a farmer, Benito was a Truck driver leading his own crew, Benito worked construction, he then went on to work at  HCISD, and worked at WalMart for 19years. Throughout all his life Benito's passion was working independently under a tree in the front of his longtime home as a shade tree mechanic at a place we now know as "Taller El Mesquite". He was known by many for his strength, determination, and his unforgettable nickname, "Mike Tyson." He was a man who worked hard for the people he loved and took great pride in his family.

Benito was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He is survived by his children: Benito (Rebecca) Zuniga, Rueben (Gesabel) Zuniga, Connie (Daniel) Garza, Benjamin (Andrea Gaviria-Zuniga) Zuniga, Ernesto Zuniga, Letty (Rey) Pedraza, and Alex (Amadea) Zuniga. He leaves behind 36 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren, who will forever carry his memory and the lessons he shared with them.

He is also survived by his siblings Eva Zuniga, Petra (Hector Gutierrez), Manuel (Norma) Zuniga, and his uncle Margarito (Maria) Zuniga, along with many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends who loved him dearly.

Benito was preceded in death by his parents and five siblings.

Those who knew Benito will remember him for his hardworking spirit, his strength, and the personality that made him one of a kind. He leaves behind a family filled with memories, stories, and love that will continue to keep his spirit alive.

One of his memorable sayings was "Adiós mundo, ahí te quedas," a phrase that will forever remind his loved ones of his unique personality and sense of humor.

Though he is no longer with us, Benito's memory will live on through his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family, and everyone fortunate enough to have known and loved him.

Rest in peace, Benito. You will be deeply missed and forever loved. ❤️

Honored to serve as Benito's pallbearers will be Benito Zuniga, Rueben Zuniga, Connie Garza, Benjamin Zuniga, Letty Pedraza, and Alex Zuniga

With profound love and remembrance, the family of Benito Zuniga have entrusted his funeral arrangements to Lenny Elizondo, Funeral Director/Owner of Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home, 1002 East Harrison Ave., Harlingen, Texas 78550. For more information, you may contact Trinity Funeral Homes.

956-364-2444 or visit www.trinityfunerals.com