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Arnold De La Garza

January 11, 1937 - March 21, 2023
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St. Stephen's Catholic Church
Thursday 3/30, 10:00 am
Memorial Mass

Arnold De La Garza, 86 of Midland, Texas passed away on Tuesday March 21st, 2023.   A memorial mass will be held at 10:00 am Thursday, March 30th at St. Stephens Catholic Church.

Arnold De La Garza was born on January 11, 1937. in San Diego, Texas to Theodore “Ted”& Herminia De La Garza. Arnold moved to Lamesa, Texas when he was in his youth and lived there for 22 years. He married his sweetheart and love of his life of 65 years Georgia De La Garza on June 15, 1957. Before moving to Midland, Texas in 1967 he served in the National Guard. Arnold’s passion and calling was to serve our Lord Jesus Christ which he faithfully did for 47 years in jail house and prison ministry.  He was the spiritual leader of our family and was loved by many.  He would pray for anyone he came in contact with and would often lay hands on them and us regardless of the situation.  Arnold loved to fish as well. He fished for fish and souls…sometimes both if there was someone fishing with him.  His legacy will touch generations and for that we are abundantly blessed and eternally grateful!

He is survived by Robert De La Garza (of Dallas), Joel & Kelli De La Garza (of Big Spring), and Kenneth & Jennifer De La Garza (of Midland), 5 grandchildren, Brian, Paxton, Landis, Faith, Garrett and one great grandchild, Crue De La Garza.

The family would like to express their gratitude towards the staff and physicians at Midland Memorial Hospital, family and friends for all the prayers.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory in Midland.  Online condolences may be made at www.npwelch.com.

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Service
St. Stephen's Catholic Church
Thursday 3/30, 10:00 am
Memorial Mass

Arnold De La Garza, 86 of Midland, Texas passed away on Tuesday March 21st, 2023.   A memorial mass will be held at 10:00 am Thursday, March 30th at St. Stephens Catholic Church. Arnold De La Garza was born on January 11, 1937. in San Diego, Texas to Theodore “Ted”& Herminia De La Garza. Arnold movedContinue Reading

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Linda Sequeira left a message on March 31, 2023:
Dear Aunt Georgia & family Our deepest condolences. Love you Linda
Richard Silveira & (Linda) and Family. left a message on March 29, 2023:
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Laura Hernandez left a message on March 28, 2023:
We are so sorry to hearing of Mr. De la Garza's passing! Please accept our sincere condolences. We would always see him and his wife at mass on Saturdays and will miss seeing him. Mr. De la Garza is the kind of person that will not be forgotten, he was always so friendly! May he rest in eternal peace and may God bless you all during this very sorrowful time. Mario & Laura Hernandez
Carlos & JoAnn Morales left a message on March 27, 2023:
God Bless Always De La Garza Family!!
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Susie C. Ramirez left a message on March 27, 2023:
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Arnold was a wonderful man. Our prayers will be with you during this difficult time.
Vickie H A Cordova left a message on March 27, 2023:
On behalf of the family of the late Merejildo and Felipa Heredia, we all were blessed to have a wonderful friendship with Arnold. He was like a son to my grandparents and a brother to my aunts and uncles. Arnold served with Felipa and the late Deacon Jesse Guajardo (alone with others) in the Our Lady of Guadalupe Jail Ministries for many years and had a deep love for those who were incarcerated and shared God's love and mercy with all. His tender, caring heart also tended to the elderly whom he also spent much time with and left a smile and grand mark on so many hearts. Goyita, we have always held you both in our hearts and as part of our family. We are here for you and we know that during this Lenten season, Arnold has entered the Kingdom of Heaven, our true home, with the trumpets playing and the saints awaiting his entrance! With all of our love, Elodia Heredia and Vickie Cordova
Patsy Chapa (Tio Goyo’s daughter) left a message on March 27, 2023:
Prima, my deepest condolences, wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. I am thinking of you and your family. 🙏❤️
The Diocese Of San Angelo Prison and Jail Ministry left a message on March 27, 2023:
On behalf of our Lord, and the Prison Ministry of the Diocese or San Angelo, and all whom served along your side We thank you for your Service.
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Emeralds Ramirez left a message on March 24, 2023:
My deepest heartfelt condolences to the Dela Garza family during this difficult time. My mother, Evangeline Marquez Ramirez became acquainted with Arnold's parents when they moved to Lamesa, Texas in the 1940's. May God grant all of you with peace and comfort.
Oscar Jimenez left a message on March 23, 2023:
My condolences to the De La Garza family on the passing of Arnold. I am so sorry and heartbroken to hear this . He was a great friend. I met Arnold in the early 70s .. and became friends..we trained together in Tae Kwon-do And we were active at OLGC in Midland .. he was such an inspiration to me in my younger days. I remember the Sunday mornings visiting the courthouse jail inmates and sharing our Catholic faith. His kindness and joyfulness is going to be missed. He and his wife would always come by our yearly garage sales. I will miss him very much. But I know I will see him in the kingdom of our Lord Jesus Christ. May you rest in peace Arnold. Your brother in Christ. Oscar & Mindy Jimenez
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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