Raul Espinoza

"The Broken Chain
We little knew that morning-that God was going to call your name.-In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same.-It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone; for part of us went with you, the day God called you home.-You left us
peaceful memories, your love is still our guide; and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side.-Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same, but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again."-Ron Tranmer

Raul Espinoza, 57, entered into eternal rest Monday, July 1, 2013.-He was born on May 7, 1956 in Laredo, Texas to George and Francisca Soliz Espinoza.-Raul graduated from Martin High School.

Raul had a great passion for country western music, movies, and fishing.-He was an avid sports fan of the Dallas Cowboys and San Antonio Spurs, and he especially enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

His most exquisite joys in life were spending time with his nieces and nephews by treating them to an ICEE and sweets from the local convenient store.

He was preceded in death by his father: George Espinoza, Sr.; nephews: George Joseph Espinoza, and Jose D. Sanchez (Espinoza).

He is survived by his loving mother:-Francisca Soliz Espinoza; his siblings: Sylvia (Clint) Smith, George Espinoza, Jr., Javier (Grace) Espinoza, Hector (Anna) Espinoza, Diana (Arturo) Miranda, Daniel Espinoza, and Gerardo Torres Ibarra.-He is also survived and loved by many nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.-He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Lorenza Salinas, Francisca Holguin, Sands Home Health, Dr. Eduardo Gomez-Vazquez, and Dr. Carlos Espinoza for their love and care given to our brother.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to: Kidney Foundation of Laredo; P.O. Box 440313; Laredo, Texas, 78044; website: www.kidneyfoundationoflaredo.org, or US Renal Care Laredo Dialysis; 6801 McPherson Rd., Ste. 107; Laredo, Texas 78041; 956.725.1202.