David "Blue"

Silva

In Loving Memory

David "Blue" Silva

September 20, 1950 - December 11, 2025

David "Blue" Silva lived 75 impactful, family-filled, and beautiful years on this earth. He peacefully entered eternal rest on December 11, 2025, at his residence in Harlingen, TX. David was born in San Benito, TX, on September 20, 1950, to his loving parents, Cristobal Silva and Olga Garcia Silva. He is preceded in death by his parents and by his sister, Anselma Garza. He is survived by Cristobal Silva, Mario Silva, Rolando Silva, Sylvia Lopez, Ricardo Silva, and Chino Cruz. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

David grew up in San Benito, TX, attended its public schools, and graduated with the San Benito High School Class of 1969. He was a lifelong public servant who dedicated his career to serving the community with commitment and compassion. He proudly served as a San Benito Police Officer and Detective before later becoming Director of the San Benito Housing Authority. He later worked with the Texas Attorney General's Office in the Child Support Division and, before retiring, served at Cameron WorkForce Solutions.

Undoubtedly, David will be remembered not only for the years he lived, but for the love, humor, and generosity he shared with everyone around him. Known for his steady presence and his ability to make others feel seen and valued, he carried a deep devotion to his family and took pride in every milestone, large or small. Whether offering guidance, sharing stories, or simply enjoying time together, David created moments that will be cherished for generations. His legacy lives on in the strength, compassion, and unity of the family he so deeply loved.

David leaves behind his loving family to cherish his beautiful and wonderful memory: his devoted wife of 53 years, Sylvia Leal Silva; his three children, Lisa Jones (Tom), Cecilia Chavez (Dion), and David Silva Jr. (Heather); his grandchildren, Melody Jones, Hannah Gibson (Marcus), Ariel Velez (Jesus), Elijah Thomas Jones, Celinda Danielle Perez (Carlos), Nathaniel Emile Chavez (Aleena), Paige Silva, and Aaron Silva; and his great-grandchildren, Grace Perez, Carlos "River" Perez V, Adelaine "Addie" Arielle Perez, Ellie Sunshine Perez, Cooper Gibson, Charlotte Gibson, and Cohen Gibson.

With love and remembrance, the family of David Silva announces that funeral arrangements are entrusted to Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home, located at 1002 East Harrison Ave., Harlingen, TX 78550. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. at Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life ceremony will begin at 6:00 p.m., officiated by his sons-in-law, Tom Jones and Dion Chavez. For questions, please contact (956) 364-2444 or visit www.trinityfunerals.com.