It is with deep love that we announce the passing of Robert Garcia, age 90, on September 14, 2025. A proud United States Air Force veteran, devoted husband, and beloved "Papaw to all," Bob lived a life defined by service, family, and faith. He shared 70 wonderful years of marriage with his cherished wife, Connie Garcia, a love story that inspired all who knew them.

Born on July 16, 1935, in San Antonio, Texas, Bob grew up with strong values of hard work and dedication that carried through his life. After serving honorably in the Air Force, he returned home to build a life centered around his family and community. Together with Connie, he owned and operated B&C Cleaners before later opening The Wood Shop, where his craftsmanship and strong work ethic were admired by many.

In recent years, Bob found his greatest joy in raising babies and spending time with his grandchildren—both blood-related and chosen—who adored him as "Papaw to all." He cherished his morning ritual of sitting on his porch, listening to his favorite music, and counting the waves from neighbors and friends. Bob was known for making CDs and sharing documentaries with anyone he met, spreading his love of music and knowledge. He always shared wisdom and laughter with everyone around him, leaving a lasting impact on all who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesus and Julia Garcia; seven siblings, Julia Medina, Mary Hanson, Joseph Garcia, Gilbert Garcia, Arthur Garcia, Eugene Garcia and Paul Garcia and his grandson, Zachary Garcia.

Bob is survived by his wife, Connie Garcia, and their four children: Robert Garcia (Angela), Roy Garcia (Laura), Roger Garcia (Shawn), Becky Garcia Andrews (Brady), and honorary son, Ricky Elliott. He also leaves behind 12 grandchildren, Kasey Garcia Aiken (Matt), Nicholas Garcia (Laura), Kris Garcia, Zach Garcia, Julie Garcia (Connor), Kenzie Andrews Dane (Brendon), Jesse Andrews (Brooke), Katie Garcia Stewart (Sumner), Corey Carswell (Stefanie), Randi Searle (Dillon), Mitch Dunham (Chasity), and Sarah Edmonson (Logan).

Great-grandchildren, Sloane Aiken, Max Aiken, Jaycie Garcia, Hayden Garcia, Troy Garcia, Emmitt Garcia, Hudson Dane, Sophie Dane, Banks Andrews, Oakley Jackson, Gunner Karsten, Gage Karsten, Charlie Searle, Lily Searle, Wyatt Carswell, Colt Carswell, Parker Dunham, Corbett Dunham, Clay Dunham, Landon Gates, Ellie Gates, Leni Edmonson, Mallory Gonzalez, Zoey Gonzalez, and countless other chosen grandchildren, Justin Mills, Jason Mills and Shihui Liu (Elliot) who loved him dearly along with the many babies they babysat and gave their hearts to and their families, Addi and Cord Carney, Jane Jimmerson, Roan and Ransom Thomas, Hazel Pearl Dean, Bryson Almond, Witten Coe, Brody, Graham and Dani Pinkston, and Lylah and Jensen McKinney and special friend, Grace Beecham along with many nieces, nephews and other family and friends.

Visitation will be held on Friday, September 19, 2025, from 6:00-8:00 pm and funeral services on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 2:00 pm at Downs Funeral Home, with burial at Colonial Gardens Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, American Heart Association, and the Autism Awareness Foundation. The family invites all who knew and loved Bob to join in celebrating his remarkable life.

The family would like to thank Hearts Way Hospice, Julia Martinez and Jerry Neel for their care, love and support.