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Erik Hinojosa “El Capitan” age 44 went to be with the Lord on Saturday November 8, 2025, he was surrounded by his family. Erik was born on February 21,1981 to Miguel and Angelina Hinojosa Jr, in San Antonio, Tx. He was a beloved Son, Father, Brother, Uncle, Nephew, Cousin and Friend. Erik is survived by his parents Miguel and Angelina Hinojosa Jr, Daughters Sofia E. and Mia A. Hinojosa, stepson Gilly and Mother of his daughters Christina Sanchez. Brothers and Sisters: Jason and Angela Hinojosa, Christopher and Sabrina Hinojosa, and Micah Hinojosa, including his special cousin Andrew. Nieces & Nephews: Brianna Hinojosa, Matthew Hinojosa, Ian Hinojosa, Jenna Hinojosa, Marcus and Ariel Angel. Erik attended James Madison High School, Class of 2000, he went on to work in the apartment industry, where he planned on pursuing his real estate license. Erik was highly respected and admired by his colleagues for his dedication and professionalism. Erik had many hobbies that included football, basketball, barbequing, fishing, playing softball, video games, and spending time at family gatherings. Erik also loved the San Antonio Spurs, and Dallas Cowboys, a huge die-hard fan. Erik was such a big-hearted person who always made sure you were fed even if you weren’t hungry. No one ever went without; Erik catered to everyone. He enjoyed making special dinners for his daughters every night. On the weekends Erik would make big, special breakfasts for his daughters at their request. We will always remember Erik as the Life of the Party, the clown of the family, always making everyone laugh and always dancing when any kind of music was playing especially with his mother. We will always remember his huge, beautiful smile, and that unique laugh that could be heard throughout the entire house no matter what room you were in. When Erik became a father, his life was consumed by his beautiful daughters Sofia and Mia, and that is how he loved it, no one or nothing was more important than his baby girls. There isn’t anything he wouldn’t have done for his daughters, they were his whole world, he used to say the best feeling in the world was being called Dad. His face would light up with joy when talking about his two beloved daughters, Sofia and Mia. Erik’s unwavering love and devotion he showed to those he held dear. Erik’s vibrant spirit and infectious laughter will be deeply missed, but the countless memories he leaves behind will continue to bring comfort and joy to all those who had the privilege of knowing him.

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Erik Hinojosa

February 21, 1981 - November 8, 2025