Jesus Eusebio Flores

October 14, 1961 - January 13, 2009

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Mount Olive Cemetery

Friday 1/16, 3:00 pm

Westbrook Church of Christ

Thursday 1/15, 6:59 pm

Jesus Eusebio (Jessie) Flores, 47, of Garden City, Texas went to meet his maker on January 13, 2009. Jessie was a great son, husband, father, brother, uncle and friend. Jessie had a personality bigger than Texas and never met a stranger. He would always help a person in need and had a special place in his heart for children and youth. Jessie created a drip irrigation model used to increase awareness of water conservation with elementary age students. Additionally, he volunteered countless hours at the Howard Cottage Pre-school and was instrumental in building the award winning "Ginger Bread House" float in a past Christmas Parade. Jessie also coached YMCA basketball and Little League Baseball teams for over 6 years and was a strong supporter of Garden City Bearkats athletics and youth programs. Jessie grew up in the Hill Country of Texas in the agricultural community of Rocksprings. He worked for Walter (Buddy) Thurman since the tender age of 13 until he graduated from high school and gained a love for the great outdoors and working livestock. He shared his love of working and showing livestock with his children as they participated in 4-H projects for over 14 years. Jessie was born on October 14, 1961 in Sonora, Texas to Jesus (Chuy) and Odelmira (Odel) Flores. He graduated from Rocksprings High School in 1981. Upon graduating from high school he enrolled and graduated from TSTI in Sweetwater. While at TSTI he met the love of his life Ernestina (Tina) Hernandez of Sterling City. He and Tina married on April 16, 1983 and in 2008 celebrated 25 years of marriage. Jessie's greatest legacies are his two children, Anna Flores, 23 of Midland and Jason Flores, 19 of Garden City. Jessie was Anna and Jason's greatest supporter. If Anna and Jason were participating in a game, cross country/track meet or any spectator event you could bet that Jessie was present providing guidance and support. Jessie was employed by ECO-Drip where he served as the District Warehouse Manager. The ECO-Drip employees were more than co-workers they were his extended family. Jessie is survived by his parents, Jesus (Chuy) Flores and Odelmira Baltazar Flores of San Angelo; his wife, Tina Flores of Garden City; a daughter, Anna Flores of Midland; a son, Jason Flores of Garden City; a sister, Dee Dee VonAhn and husband, Kurt of Mexia; a sister, Elvira Gallegos and husband, Manuel of San Angelo; a brother, Javier Flores and wife, Christy of Big Spring; a niece, Jessica Gonzales and husband, Eric of Big Spring; a niece, Kristie McClelland and husband, Joey of San Antonio; a nephew, Taybor Flores of Big Spring and a special aunt, Odelia Gartman of San Angelo.A vigil/rosary service will be held at 7:00 PM Thursday, January 15, 2009 at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Rosewood Chapel. A funeral mass will be held at 3:00 PM Friday, January 16, 2009 at the St. Lawrence Catholic Church with Rev. Bernard Gettigan, officiating. Interment will follow at Garden City Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made to the Allison Cancer Center, 2200 W. Illinois, Midland, Texas 79701 or Home Hospice of Big Spring, 111 E. 7th St., Suite A, Big Spring, Texas 79720 or the Jessie Flores 4-H Memorial Scholarship at the Glasscock County Bank, Garden City, Texas 79739. Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com,

Mount Olive Cemetery

Friday 1/16, 3:00 pm

Westbrook Church of Christ

Thursday 1/15, 6:59 pm

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Tina, Anna and Jason: Thoughts and prayers are with you all during these days. My kids also send their thoughts and prayers. They remember his support at all sporting events. Losing a husband and a dad is tough, but hold on to the good memories. Keep him and those memories alive in your hearts, and always, always give thanks that he was in your life. Wishing you peace in your lives. Linda, LeAnn, Stephanie, Matt & Brent

Tina & Javier, I am so sorry for your loss. I know that times were hard during Jessie's illness, but God was always there to get you through it. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time. May God Bless You and help you through. If you need anything, please let me know.

Our hearts go out to you.By far Jesse was one of the Bearkats biggest fan and supporter.You will be missed from all of us and will not be forgotten.I still remember going to the gas station which he opened in Garden City and cutting up with him.He was always a pleasure to talk to.Our prayers will go out to you and your family. God Bless You all....The Medrano Family

Laural and I were sorry to hear of Jessie's death. Javier, please know that we have thought of you and your family often as you and others have kept us informed of Jessie's progress over time. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

My Family, I'm sorry that I can't be there to hug and comfort everyone like I would normally do. Uncle Jessie aka "The What the Hell Man" will greatly be missed by all, not only for his sense of humor but how much he loved life and his family. We had no idea this day would come so soon because there was so much left to do with and for him and for him to play with my boys as they grow up. He might not be able to play now but he'll be looking down upon them as they grow old. Something I've learned from Uncle Jessie is to enjoy life and smile often. Uncle Jessie, When my boys start back talking Kristie and I saying, "What the hell," I'm going to spank them in the name of Uncle Jessie just so you'll know! Take care and save us a spot up there!

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Tina, Anna, and Jason I am so sorry to hear about Jessie. I've known you guys since you moved to Garden City and Jessie was always such a pleasure to be around. You are in our prayers and may God comfort you and your family during your time of grief. Gerry, Holly, Clint, and Kendall Brem

Steven and I are so sorry for your family's loss. We just wanted to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We know that Jesse will be greatly missed in Garden City and in all that he was involved with.

Anna and Your Family My deepest condolences to you and your Family. I will pray for you and your family that with God's Faith you and your family will be fill with nothing but peace and wonderful times and memories of Dad. I know to well how it feels to lose you Dad.

Uncle Jessie will be missed very much. We love him so much and he always made us smile. He is now a bright shining star in the sky. Aunt Tina, we will always be here for you. Jessica, Eric, and Bethanee Gonzales.

Tina, Anna, Jason So sorry to hear about Jesse. Cindy and I will be praying for you. Jesse was a fine man. I have fond memories of all of us. Our prayers are with you. God Bless Mark Willis

Tina, my condolences to you, Anna, Jason and the rest of the Flores family. May God comfort you and give you strength as you mourn the loss of your loved one. If there is anything that I can do for you, please let me know. I will keep you in my prayers.

Javier & Christy, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You continue to be in our prayers during the next days. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you and the family. Debbie

Tina, Anna, and Jason. Our prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time. We have fond memories of Jessie from our times of living and working at GCISD in the mid 80's. Stopping by for gas was never a quick trip. We always ended up talking and laughing with Jessie and his brother. After washing the car and changing the oil, Jessie would always show us how much effort he put into the job by giving the car the "white glove" test. We will miss his smile and his joking ways. God bless all of you. Elva and Charles

Tina, I am so very sorry to hear that Jessie has passed away, although I know he is no longer in pain, it still breaks my heart. I feel so, so bad, I wish that I had made the time to come see him again,but you know how that is, one thinks that we have more time. I had planned on stopping by to visit with him Thurs. on my way to San Angelo. I had no idea that it was this close. I think I will have a hard time forgiving myself for this neligence on my part. I hope he knew that I loved him and always considered him a good friend. I did not find out about it until today when Linda Reeh called . I know he is gone and can't forgive me, but I do hope that you can. Take care, Love, Sandra

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.