Rodolfo Vasquez Ybarra

Rodolfo “Rudy” Vasquez Ybarra, passed away on April 28, 2021. Rosary will begin at 7:00 PM, on Thursday, May 6, 2021 at St. Stephen’s Catholic Church. Mass will begin at 11:00 am Friday, May 7, 2021, at St. Stephen’s Catholic Church.

Rodolfo “Rudy” was born on June 28, 1946 in Alpine, Texas to his parents Mateo and Eduviges Ybarra. During his childhood he worked at a ranch. He attended catholic school and then graduated from Alpine High School.  He then joined the Marine Corps in 1966 and went to Vietnam. He received many medals during his time including the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Meritorious Master Medal, Good Conduct Medal, M-14 Rifle Marksman, 45 Caliber Pistol, Sharpshooter and Combat Action Ribbon.

He married Manuela Valero Garcia on June 28, 1969 in Alpine, Texas. He received a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Arts and went on to work in the oilfield for Conoco Philips for 29 years. Then he went on to work for Forrest Oil Company and worked there for a minimum of three years.

He was a knight in the Knights of Columbus through St. Stephen’s Catholic Church. He liked hunting, fishing, he loved all things outdoors and he absolutely loved The Dallas Cowboys. Rodolfo loved everyone.

Rudy is survived by his daughter, Yvonne Tenorio and husband Rick; son, Rudy Adrian Ybarra and wife Alexis; a great nephew that he raised, Angel Valles and Jasmine; grandchildren, Ricardo “Tony” A. Ruiz, Gaylevonne Ruiz and Martin, Isaac O. A. Ruiz and wife Amy, Lori E. Ruiz and Daniel, Manny Ybarra, Isaiah Ybarra, Aubrey Ybarra, Ariana Ybarra; Six great grandchildren; brother, Rene Ybarra and wife Alicia; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Rudy is preceded in death by his wife, Manuela G. Ybarra; parents; brother, Ruben Ybarra and sister, Aracely Ybarra.

Family would like to express their gratitude towards Star Hospice, caregiver Jamie Tenorio, Texas Oncology Staff, Dr. PJ Patel, and Dr. Govind Patel for their loving care of our father.

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