Leroy R.

Melendez

Leroy R. Melendez, 48, entered into eternal rest on Monday, January 24, 2022, at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Harlingen. He was born March 3, 1973, to Margarita Lara Melendez and Mike Cruz. He attended Harlingen High School, where he played football for the Cardinals and later graduated in 1992. Leroy devoted over 20 years working at H-E-B. When he wasn't stocking the shelves, one could find him fishing with his best friend or spending time with his nieces and nephew.

Leroy is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Raul Melendez. His beautiful memory is survived by his wife, Gracie Melendez; sister, Vicky (Robert) Garcia; uncle, Lupe S. Lara; dog, Cookie; godchildren/nieces and nephews, Cecilia Salazar, Avangelina Bentley, and Zamuel Bentley.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 29, 2022, from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a prayer service of the Holy Rosary at 7:00 pm at Trinity Funeral Chapel of the Holy Spirit.

In lieu of flowers, the family is kindly asking for monetary donations to help with funeral expenses. The family has set up a GoFundMe (https://gofund.me/31282245) and CashApp ($leroygracie) account if you wish to donate.

Arrangements are under the direction of Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home, 1002 East Harrison Ave. Harlingen, TX 78550. www.trinityfunerals.com.