Ruben Vela, 45, passed away on Friday, October 5, 2012, in Laredo, TX. Mr. Vela was preceded in death by his father: Juan R. Vela.He is survived by his mother: Maria D. Vela, uncle: Jose Martinez, brothers and sisters: San Juana (Ramiro Saucedo) Valero, Martin Vela, Juan Ramon (Patricia) Vela Jr., Maria Del Rosario (Jose Cueva) Vela, Sara (Gerardo) Vazquez, Joel (Sophia) Vela and Yasmina (Luis) Pompa, girlfriend: Michelle Pottin, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral service arrangements are under the care of Fred Dickey Funeral and Cremation Services 4502 Thomas Ave. Laredo, TX 78041 (956) 723-3611.Relatives and friends are encouraged to express their condolences to the family online at www.freddickey.com.