Hector B. Chacon, 86, entered into eternal rest, Monday, July 29, 2024. Fondly remembered as Cha, Papa Cha, Papi Chulo, Pipo, and Brown Shadow. Mr. Chacon is survived by his wife, Isidra Chacon; children, Elvira (Ricardo) Gaona and Cynthia (Federico) Cardenas; stepchildren, Wenceslao (Imelda) Guerrero, Jr., Mirta Yvonne Guerrero (Troy Arnold) Rohde; grandchildren, Ricardo DanielContinue Reading
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Maria Antonieta Dally
left a message on August 10, 2024:
My most sincere condolences for your loss. May he rest in peace.
Olga Nella Rodriguez Gallegos, Austin, Tx
left a message on August 4, 2024:
Farewell to a classmate of the MHS Class of 1956. May his spirit soar heavenward. Wishes of peace and comfort to all his family in this time of sorrow.
Rosario Sanchez
left a message on August 4, 2024:
My condolences to the families
May He Rest In Peace!
Frank Castillo
left a message on August 3, 2024:
My condolences to Mrs. Gaona and the family.
May He Rest In Eternal Peace.
Rebecca del Barrio Hanks
left a message on August 3, 2024:
Our deepest condolences to the Chacon family on the loss of your loved one. May he rest in peace.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Maria Luisa N Uribe
left a message on August 3, 2024:
Our deepest condolences to the family of Coach Chacon. We remember him as a great coach and mentor for many at Martin High.
Salome Salo Otero
left a message on August 3, 2024:
A tribute to Coach Hector Chacon’s and his legacy
Hector Chacon is synonymous with Martin High School basketball. He coached at his alma mater for decades starting in the 1970s, having an influence on many athletes, students and fellow educators-coaches. Chacon, who was the “sixth man” on the Tigers notable and Laredo historic 1956 UIL State Basketball Championship team, died last Monday afternoon in Laredo. As well as being an avid golfer, words of praise about his life started pouring in from colleagues and friends just hours after his death. His daughter, Elvira (Bibi), now also an educator, was a former star basketball player at Martin. Her sister, Cynthia Cardenas, posted comments about their father and thanked all who were extending condolences.
Chacon much enjoyed getting others involved during home games he coached. He started a group of girls naming them, “The Tiger Dolls,” to stand behind the Tiger bench helping players during timeouts. Also, he named a person from the community to sit on the Tiger bench calling them an “honorary coach” for the game. He coined “mosquito defense” and “mighty midgets” as nicknames for his teams.
Goyo Lopez Sr. was on the scorers’ table for years when Chacon coached. Lopez kept the game scorebook at the Coach Bill Batey Martin Gym, whose court is labeled Hector Chacon Court. Two current schoolboy head coaches – Luis Valdez at Alexander and Hector Noyola at Martin – are Chacon protégés.
A new head basketball coach came into town and was looking for a place to live. This corner directed him to a south Laredo apartment complex. As the new coach went exploring, “I crossed Chacon Creek and I knew I had to look elsewhere.”
Among the memories shared with this corner about the personable, easy-going, fun-loving Chacon include:
“I first met coach Chacon when I was still in elementary school. I attended one of the clinics he would hold for the feeder schools. A few short years later, I was lucky enough to be in his basketball program at Martin High where he taught us the value of preparation and teamwork, instilled confidence, perseverance, competitiveness and how these were applicable not only to athletics but life as well. We will forever be grateful for his mentorship. Rest in Peace Coach, Valla Con Dios.” Alex Martinez, notable Mexican American Studies Scholar, now living in Dallas.
“Rest In Peace, Hector, “We had lots of fun on the golf course,” Frank Carter, former coach-athletic director at United ISD.
Then first year coach Joe Navarro recalls, “Before practice, Coach Chacon would teach me ball drills, importance of free throws, bounce passes, 2-3 zone and box out. Afterwards, he would tell me ‘vamos a La Reynera para un café y un bisket’. (Let’s go to La Reynera Bakery (across the street from the Martin campus) for coffee and a biscuit.)’’
“Great player, great coach, great person, RIP,” Bobby Santos, retired superintendent of UISD.
Indeed. Rest in Peace, Coach Hector Chacon. Your personality and memories are not forgotten and your legacy lives on forever.
Salo Otero
Retired sports editor Laredo Morning Times (1967-2009)
Guillermo Medrano
left a message on August 2, 2024:
my deepest condolence to the Chacon family. He was dedicated to his coaching both at Nixon and Martin High---later I would chat with him at the maquinitas ---a down to earth good friend---glad I knew him.
shannon
left a message on August 2, 2024:
My sincerest condolences to you and your entire family. May he rest in eternal peace. 👼❤️
Ismael & Toni Benavides
left a message on August 2, 2024:
To the Chacon Family
Our deepest condolences and prayers during this difficult time of grief.
May the perpetual light shine upon n Rest in Peace Coach Chacon.
💐💐💐💐💐
Class of 1974
Ismael & Toni (Cisneros) Benavides
Enrique Garcia
left a message on August 1, 2024:
When I first entered Martin High, Hector Chacon was my coach. It was his first year at Martin (I'm thinking 1969). He was excellent and knew how to handle the kids and he showed basketbal genius immediately. He became my mentor and father figure. My most memorable moment was when he took me to the doctor after telling him how bad I was feeling. He tought me the thrill and excitement of winning, and showed me how compitition applies to all aspects of life. I learned teamwork is key to succes. I owe it to my coach to a large degree what I became and did with my life- all the successes both personal and professional. I led a great life, family and profession.
Thank you, Coach.
Kike Garcia #25
Class of 71
Martha Laura Medina
left a message on August 1, 2024:
Deepest condolences to the family. Once a Tiger, Always a Tiger.
Leticia Ruiz
left a message on July 31, 2024:
My deepest condolences 💐 May he rest in peace 🙏🙏
Juan Pedro Orozco
left a message on July 31, 2024:
We were deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your father Mrs. Gaona our condolences to you and the Chacon family. May you and your family find peace and comfort in these difficult moments.
- The Orozco Family
Sylvia Vela
left a message on July 31, 2024:
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Wishing you strength and comfort as you navigate through this difficult time. 🙏🏻🕊️
Gabriel & Tonni Palacios
left a message on July 31, 2024:
Our sincerest condolences to the family. We remember him as a great coach with a great personality and loved and admired by many. Rest in Peace, Coach.
Louie Villarreal
left a message on July 31, 2024:
My condolences to the Chacon famiily. May he RIP.
Frank J. Carter
left a message on July 31, 2024:
Deepest condolences to Hector's family. Many great memories of years of golf and all the LISD V UISD games. Great guy who lit up a room when he walked in.
Frank J. Carter
Boerne, Texas
Juan & Melinda Guerra
left a message on July 31, 2024:
Our most sincere condolences to all your family. Your father was such an inspiration to many of us who had the privilege of knowing him on and off the court. Those that knew him will never forget the valuable lessons he taught us throughout his life.
Alicia Villalobos
left a message on July 30, 2024:
Our deepest sympathy for the Chacón Family. My heart goes out to you, and I wish you nothing but comfort and strength. Please know that you are in our prayers.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Esmeralda Rodriguez Robles
left a message on July 30, 2024:
May he rest in peace. Our condolences to the entire family. The Rodriguez Family
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Maria Antonieta Dally
left a message on August 10, 2024:
My most sincere condolences for your loss. May he rest in peace.
Olga Nella Rodriguez Gallegos, Austin, Tx
left a message on August 4, 2024:
Farewell to a classmate of the MHS Class of 1956. May his spirit soar heavenward. Wishes of peace and comfort to all his family in this time of sorrow.
Rosario Sanchez
left a message on August 4, 2024:
My condolences to the families
May He Rest In Peace!
Frank Castillo
left a message on August 3, 2024:
My condolences to Mrs. Gaona and the family.
May He Rest In Eternal Peace.
Rebecca del Barrio Hanks
left a message on August 3, 2024:
Our deepest condolences to the Chacon family on the loss of your loved one. May he rest in peace.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Maria Luisa N Uribe
left a message on August 3, 2024:
Our deepest condolences to the family of Coach Chacon. We remember him as a great coach and mentor for many at Martin High.
Salome Salo Otero
left a message on August 3, 2024:
A tribute to Coach Hector Chacon’s and his legacy
Hector Chacon is synonymous with Martin High School basketball. He coached at his alma mater for decades starting in the 1970s, having an influence on many athletes, students and fellow educators-coaches. Chacon, who was the “sixth man” on the Tigers notable and Laredo historic 1956 UIL State Basketball Championship team, died last Monday afternoon in Laredo. As well as being an avid golfer, words of praise about his life started pouring in from colleagues and friends just hours after his death. His daughter, Elvira (Bibi), now also an educator, was a former star basketball player at Martin. Her sister, Cynthia Cardenas, posted comments about their father and thanked all who were extending condolences.
Chacon much enjoyed getting others involved during home games he coached. He started a group of girls naming them, “The Tiger Dolls,” to stand behind the Tiger bench helping players during timeouts. Also, he named a person from the community to sit on the Tiger bench calling them an “honorary coach” for the game. He coined “mosquito defense” and “mighty midgets” as nicknames for his teams.
Goyo Lopez Sr. was on the scorers’ table for years when Chacon coached. Lopez kept the game scorebook at the Coach Bill Batey Martin Gym, whose court is labeled Hector Chacon Court. Two current schoolboy head coaches – Luis Valdez at Alexander and Hector Noyola at Martin – are Chacon protégés.
A new head basketball coach came into town and was looking for a place to live. This corner directed him to a south Laredo apartment complex. As the new coach went exploring, “I crossed Chacon Creek and I knew I had to look elsewhere.”
Among the memories shared with this corner about the personable, easy-going, fun-loving Chacon include:
“I first met coach Chacon when I was still in elementary school. I attended one of the clinics he would hold for the feeder schools. A few short years later, I was lucky enough to be in his basketball program at Martin High where he taught us the value of preparation and teamwork, instilled confidence, perseverance, competitiveness and how these were applicable not only to athletics but life as well. We will forever be grateful for his mentorship. Rest in Peace Coach, Valla Con Dios.” Alex Martinez, notable Mexican American Studies Scholar, now living in Dallas.
“Rest In Peace, Hector, “We had lots of fun on the golf course,” Frank Carter, former coach-athletic director at United ISD.
Then first year coach Joe Navarro recalls, “Before practice, Coach Chacon would teach me ball drills, importance of free throws, bounce passes, 2-3 zone and box out. Afterwards, he would tell me ‘vamos a La Reynera para un café y un bisket’. (Let’s go to La Reynera Bakery (across the street from the Martin campus) for coffee and a biscuit.)’’
“Great player, great coach, great person, RIP,” Bobby Santos, retired superintendent of UISD.
Indeed. Rest in Peace, Coach Hector Chacon. Your personality and memories are not forgotten and your legacy lives on forever.
Salo Otero
Retired sports editor Laredo Morning Times (1967-2009)
Guillermo Medrano
left a message on August 2, 2024:
my deepest condolence to the Chacon family. He was dedicated to his coaching both at Nixon and Martin High---later I would chat with him at the maquinitas ---a down to earth good friend---glad I knew him.
shannon
left a message on August 2, 2024:
My sincerest condolences to you and your entire family. May he rest in eternal peace. 👼❤️
Ismael & Toni Benavides
left a message on August 2, 2024:
To the Chacon Family
Our deepest condolences and prayers during this difficult time of grief.
May the perpetual light shine upon n Rest in Peace Coach Chacon.
💐💐💐💐💐
Class of 1974
Ismael & Toni (Cisneros) Benavides
Enrique Garcia
left a message on August 1, 2024:
When I first entered Martin High, Hector Chacon was my coach. It was his first year at Martin (I'm thinking 1969). He was excellent and knew how to handle the kids and he showed basketbal genius immediately. He became my mentor and father figure. My most memorable moment was when he took me to the doctor after telling him how bad I was feeling. He tought me the thrill and excitement of winning, and showed me how compitition applies to all aspects of life. I learned teamwork is key to succes. I owe it to my coach to a large degree what I became and did with my life- all the successes both personal and professional. I led a great life, family and profession.
Thank you, Coach.
Kike Garcia #25
Class of 71
Martha Laura Medina
left a message on August 1, 2024:
Deepest condolences to the family. Once a Tiger, Always a Tiger.
Leticia Ruiz
left a message on July 31, 2024:
My deepest condolences 💐 May he rest in peace 🙏🙏
Juan Pedro Orozco
left a message on July 31, 2024:
We were deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your father Mrs. Gaona our condolences to you and the Chacon family. May you and your family find peace and comfort in these difficult moments.
- The Orozco Family
Sylvia Vela
left a message on July 31, 2024:
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Wishing you strength and comfort as you navigate through this difficult time. 🙏🏻🕊️
Gabriel & Tonni Palacios
left a message on July 31, 2024:
Our sincerest condolences to the family. We remember him as a great coach with a great personality and loved and admired by many. Rest in Peace, Coach.
Louie Villarreal
left a message on July 31, 2024:
My condolences to the Chacon famiily. May he RIP.
Frank J. Carter
left a message on July 31, 2024:
Deepest condolences to Hector's family. Many great memories of years of golf and all the LISD V UISD games. Great guy who lit up a room when he walked in.
Frank J. Carter
Boerne, Texas
Juan & Melinda Guerra
left a message on July 31, 2024:
Our most sincere condolences to all your family. Your father was such an inspiration to many of us who had the privilege of knowing him on and off the court. Those that knew him will never forget the valuable lessons he taught us throughout his life.
Alicia Villalobos
left a message on July 30, 2024:
Our deepest sympathy for the Chacón Family. My heart goes out to you, and I wish you nothing but comfort and strength. Please know that you are in our prayers.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Esmeralda Rodriguez Robles
left a message on July 30, 2024:
May he rest in peace. Our condolences to the entire family. The Rodriguez Family
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.