Luis Zuniga

Jr.

In Loving Memory Of

Luis Zuniga Jr.

November 27, 1958 – February 16, 2026

Luis Zuniga Jr., age 67, passed away on February 16, 2026, in Harlingen, Texas, surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, humor, and deep devotion to those he loved.

Luis is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Hilda Zuniga, including his uncle Margarito (Maria) Zuniga; his sisters Eva (Raul✝) Zuniga and Petra (Hector) Gutierrez; his brothers Benito Zuniga and Manuel (Norma) Zuniga; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and many dear friends. Luis cherished time spent with family and friends. If there was an opportunity for a barbecue, he would take it—often hosting weekend BBQs whenever possible. He always found a way to bring his children together, keeping his family united through laughter, food, and shared memories. Known for his sense of humor and warm personality, Luis had a way of making people feel welcome. Anyone who had the pleasure of knowing him truly enjoyed being in his company.

He is preceded in death by his father, Luis Zuniga Sr.; mother, Blasa Zuniga; sisters, Juanita Coronado, Guadalupe Zuniga, and Margarita Zuniga; brother, Jose Zuniga; uncles, Mauro Zuniga and Jesus Zuniga; and aunt, Eva Quintanar.

Luis was raised as a migrant worker, a way of life that shaped his strong work ethic and resilient spirit. He continued migrating to Colorado while raising his family, teaching them the values of what hard work consisted of and always pushing them to do more in life.

Along the way, he built meaningful relationships with farmers he deeply respected and enjoyed working for, including Mr. Percy Hamilton Sr. ✝, Mr. Percy Hamilton Jr., Mr. Leroy Winter, Kohan, John Adams, and Lionel Betancourt, Juan Guerrero, and Jesse and Linda Martinez, a few of many.

Family was the center of Luis' world. He was a proud father to eleven children: Elizabeth (Anthony) Johnson, Luis III (Johanna) Zuniga, Jaime (Dora) Zuniga, Lydia (Rigo✝) Lopez, Monica (Remberto) Coto, Joe (Jennifer) Zuniga, Mario Zuniga, Rebecca (Baldemar) Hernandez, Eva Zuniga, Carlos Zuniga, and Daniela (Victor) Burnias. He was also blessed with 32 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren; each of them that had the bond with him will have those memories live within them forever to cherish.

Luis shared a particularly special bond with his son-in-law, Remberto Coto. He eagerly looked forward to seeing him every Friday, knowing that Saturdays were for staying in and Sundays were his day of rest. Their relationship was built on love, respect, and genuine affection. Example of the kind of connection many hope to have. Remberto held a special place in Luis' heart, and their time together was truly meaningful.

A special thank you to Monica and Rebecca for taking the extra time to help and ensure that Luis was well taken care of. As brothers and sisters, we do not know how much harder it would have been without the extra hours you both invested in his care.

Luis' strength, love for family, and joyful spirit will live on in the many lives he touched. He will be deeply missed but forever remembered in the hearts of those who loved him.

Visitation will be held on Friday, February 20, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Trinity Funeral Chapel of the Holy Spirit with a prayer of the Holy Rosary at 7:00 p.m.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Trinity Funeral Chapel of the Holy Spirit.

Interment will follow to Guadalupe Cemetery in Sebastian, Texas.

Honored to serve as his Pallbearers will be Luis Zuniga III, Jaime Zuniga, Joe Zuniga, Mario Zuniga, Carlos Zuniga, Margarito Zuniga, Joe Zuniga Jr. and Alijah Johnson. Honorary Pallbearer Remberto Coto.

With profound love and remembrance, the family of Luis Zuniga Jr. has entrusted his funeral arrangements to Lenny Elizondo, Funeral Director/Owner of Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home, 1002 East Harrison Ave., Harlingen, Texas 78550. For information, please call (956) 364-2444 or sign the online guestbook at www.trinityfunerals.com