Jose Rogelio

De La Rosa

Jose Rogelio de la Rosa, aged 77, entered eternal rest on May 17, 2024, in Harlingen, Texas. He was born to parents Rogelio De La Rosa and Ester de la Rosa (Andaverde) in Mercedes, Texas.

Roy served in the United States Army for 21 years. He received many personal and unit citations during this time. He is a Vietnam War veteran. He retired with full military honors in 1989. Afterward, he had a very successful career as an electrician. He enjoyed being able to help his friends and family with his skills and knowledge in all manners and projects. His unique sense of humor will never be forgotten.

Roy is preceded in death by his parents and grandson, Justin De La Rosa.

He leaves behind his loving wife, Maria Dolores Ramirez, who will hold his memory close to her heart forever. His sons, Juan Angel (Pam), Patricio, and Francisco, will honor his memory for the rest of their lives. He will be remembered dearly by his siblings, Ramon de la Rosa, Maria Barajas, San Juana Sandoval, Rosalinda Plank, Mario de la Rosa, Rene de la Rosa, and Santos de la Rosa. His legacy will continue in the lives of his grandchildren, Janessa de la Rosa, Eric Morris, Brian and Shaun Reilly as well as his great-granddaughter Willow Mae. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Visitation will take place Wednesday, May 22, 2024, from 1:00 pm to 9:00 p.m., with a rosary taking place at 7:00 p.m., at Trinity Funeral Chapel. Funeral service will be conducted the following day, Thursday, May 23, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. at Trinity Funeral Chapel. Procession to Restlawn Memorial Park will follow.

With love and remembrance, The Family of Roy de la Rosa's funeral arrangements are entrusted to Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home at 1002 East Harrison Ave. in Harlingen, TX 78550. You may contact us with any questions at (956) 364-2444 or visit us at www.trinityfunerals.com.