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Edwin E. Garcia, 87, went to be with the Lord with his daughters by his side on November 30, 2023. He was born on December 17, 1935, in Yoakum, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parent’s Gilberto and Alicia Garcia, wife Ninfa Garcia and sister Ella Ruiz. He is survived by his loving children Denise Cardenas (Javier) and Yamilet Garcia; grandchildren Sarah Cardenas, Xavier Cardenas, Trey Forestier and Rian Forestier as well as numerous cousins. A loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He had a smile that was known to everyone. He was a simple man who was strong inside and out. He was the hardest working man with a heart of gold; He would do anything for anyone. Edwin graduated from Yoakum High School where he was an outstanding athlete. He continued his education at Texas Lutheran College in Seguin, Texas on an athletic scholarship in football and baseball. It was during his time at TLU that he met the love of his life, Ninfa Ramirez. Ninfa was attending Southwest Texas State University but lived in Seguin. Both shared a love of teaching and pursued careers in education. They married and moved to San Antonio, Texas. Edwin began his teaching and coaching career in Edgewood ISD. He taught history and coached football, basketball and track at Edgewood High School and Kennedy High School. Edwin spent the rest of his career in Harlandale ISD as a teacher, coach and administrator. He became a Vice Principal at McCollum High School until he became Principal at Leal Middle School. He finished his last few years as an Educational Diagnostician. Edwin was a passionate, dedicated and committed educator who believed in kids and did everything he could to help kids believe in themselves. Family was everything to Edwin; he loved his daughter’s Denise and Yamilet and was so proud of them. They both followed in their parent’s footsteps and became teachers and coaches. You could always find Edwin in the stands supporting their teams year after year. He was a tough critic but a forever fan. Edwin was extremely proud of his four grandchildren, he loved watching them compete in their athletic games. Edwin always enjoyed spending time with his cousins at family reunions. Being the oldest living cousin, it was important to him that the family continue these reunions and always stay close. Edwin left a lasting impact on those who were blessed enough to known him. He will be missed dearly. A heartfelt Thank you to Dr. Robert Schnitzler MD, Christine Turnage FNP, Dr. Fadi Abouzahr MD, Dr. Mark Kipness MD, Tina Copple NP and Dr.Pranav Singh & BAMC Surgical Intensive Care Staff for their commitment to the care of our father. Your compassion and love will never be forgotten. A special Thank you to Esther and Amador Delgado for taking care of our dad with so much love.

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Edwin E. Garcia

December 17, 1935 - November 30, 2023