Antonio Luis Zapata Jr., 55, passed away peacefully August 17, 2024, surrounded by family. Tony graduated from Nixon High School in 1987 in Laredo, Texas, and worked in the trucking service industry throughout his life. He will be remembered for his love for motorcycles, spending time outdoors, fishing, camping, attending concerts, arcade games, and enjoyed many hobbies. His personality brought warmth, joy, and laughter to any room he entered.
Tony was a beloved son, brother, father, uncle, and husband. He is preceded in death by his father, Antonio Luis Zapata Sr., and his mother, Sara Galindo Zapata.
He is survived by his wife, Diana Elena Galindo; siblings, Yvonne (Georgios) Athanatos and Ramiro Xavier Zapata; his children, Antonio Luis Zapata III, Sarah Yesenia Zapata, Kristine (Robert) Moran, JoAna Galindo; grandson Aiden Flores; nieces and nephews, Joshua (Anna) Garcia, Andrew (Jackie) Garcia, Christopher (Ines) Garcia,Xavier Ramiro Zapata, Dona Sara Zapata; paternal aunt Alice Herrera; cousin Stephanie Kee; maternal aunt and uncle, Hilda Guerrero and Arturo Galindo; maternal cousins, Hector Saldaña, David Saldaña, Cynthia Cuéllar, Anna Molnar, Sara Gonzalez, Victoria Wieters, and Kathryn Galindo; and numerous family members and friends.
The family would like to express their gratitude to Laredo Hospice for their admirable service, guidance, and care.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, August 30, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Fred Dickey Funeral & Cremation Services.
Funeral arrangements are by Fred Dickey Funeral & Cremation Services, 1320 Trey Dr., Laredo, Texas 78041 (956) 723-3611. For your convenience, you may leave your condolences to the family online at www.freddickey.com
Tony, my love. I have no idea how I am supposed to live without you. This pain is so unbearable. But I know that you are now in a better place looking out for me. From day 1 until the end, our love story was all by chance; SERENDIPITY. Every card fell into place with us. You and I were free birds, two peas in a pod. I have always told everyone that in my eyes, you are the perfect man. I have so much more to say, but can’t find the right words, too painful. I love you…till we meet again so that we can continue to rock! 🤘🏼✌🏻🎵🎸🥁🎹 Love, your wife.
Missing My Husband They say there is a reason They say time will heal; Neither time or reason Will change the way I feel. Gone are the days We used to share. But in my heart You are always there. The gates of memories Will never close; I miss you more than Anybody knows... Love and miss you everyday Till we meet again Always & Forever.
Our deepest condolences to our beloved friend Diana for this painful loss. May Tony rest in eternal peace. God bless him for all the love and joy he brought to our dear friend.
While you may not be here to celebrate your birthday with us, you’re still in all of our thoughts. Happy Birthday Tony❣️
We offer our sincere condolences and prays to all of Tony’s family and friends.
Duele cuando una buena persona ya no está con nosotros. Mi más sincero pésame a la familia y todas las personas que van a extrañar a Tony.
My sincere condolences Rest in Peace Tony.
My condolences to Zapata and Galindo Family
My deepest condolences. Excellent father and great person. Will definitely be missed. Rest in peace Tony.
In memory of Antonio Luis Zapata Jr., Jerry Rangel lit a candle
My prayers and deepest condolences to all your family. Rest in peace 🙏. Forever J.W. Nixon Mustangs Class of 1987. J.J. Rodriguez
Tony rest in peace my dear friend and brother. You will live on in our memories. We will meet again one day! Rest easy your friend and brother. Richard
My most sincere condolences to all of Tony's family, friends, and loved ones. May he rest in peace.
Date: Friday, August 30, 2024
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Our sincere condolences.
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Tony, my love. I have no idea how I am supposed to live without you. This pain is so unbearable. But I know that you are now in a better place looking out for me. From day 1 until the end, our love story was all by chance; SERENDIPITY. Every card fell into place with us. You and I were free birds, two peas in a pod. I have always told everyone that in my eyes, you are the perfect man. I have so much more to say, but can’t find the right words, too painful. I love you…till we meet again so that we can continue to rock! 🤘🏼✌🏻🎵🎸🥁🎹 Love, your wife.
Missing My Husband They say there is a reason They say time will heal; Neither time or reason Will change the way I feel. Gone are the days We used to share. But in my heart You are always there. The gates of memories Will never close; I miss you more than Anybody knows... Love and miss you everyday Till we meet again Always & Forever.
Our deepest condolences to our beloved friend Diana for this painful loss. May Tony rest in eternal peace. God bless him for all the love and joy he brought to our dear friend.
While you may not be here to celebrate your birthday with us, you’re still in all of our thoughts. Happy Birthday Tony❣️
We offer our sincere condolences and prays to all of Tony’s family and friends.
Duele cuando una buena persona ya no está con nosotros. Mi más sincero pésame a la familia y todas las personas que van a extrañar a Tony.
My sincere condolences Rest in Peace Tony.
My condolences to Zapata and Galindo Family
My deepest condolences. Excellent father and great person. Will definitely be missed. Rest in peace Tony.
In memory of Antonio Luis Zapata Jr., Jerry Rangel lit a candle
My prayers and deepest condolences to all your family. Rest in peace 🙏. Forever J.W. Nixon Mustangs Class of 1987. J.J. Rodriguez
Tony rest in peace my dear friend and brother. You will live on in our memories. We will meet again one day! Rest easy your friend and brother. Richard
My most sincere condolences to all of Tony's family, friends, and loved ones. May he rest in peace.
Fred Dickey Funeral & Cremation Services
Our sincere condolences.
The staff of Fred Dickey Funeral & Cremation Services.