DAVID CHAPA Obituary

DAVID CHAPA David Michael Chapa, 54 years of age, was called by the Lord on October 9th, 2023. He was born in Alice Texas on March 30, 1969 to Reynaldo Chapa Jr. and Elda Perez Chapa. He was a 1987 graduate of Benavides High School and a 1992 graduate of Texas A&I Kingsville where he received his bachelor's degree in sports science and kinesiology. David was an educator and coach for Alice ISD, Ben Bolt ISD, and recently Agua Dulce ISD. He was also a proud member of the Knights of Columbus. David was known for his unwavering dedication to coaching and education where he instilled not just skills but life lessons in his students and athletes, leaving an indelible mark on countless hearts. He was an avid sports fan always rooting for the Dallas Cowboys, Spurs and Los Angeles Dodgers. Beyond the field, he extended his nurturing spirit to his colleagues, fostering an environment of camaraderie that created lifelong friendships. David was also known for his great compassion as he deeply cared and took great pride in assisting anyone who needed a helping hand no matter how small or large. At home, his love shone just as brightly as David cherished every moment with his beloved wife, Alicia Ramirez Chapa and found boundless joy in the company of his stepchildren and numerous grandchildren. Their memories of laughter, wisdom, and shared experiences are a testament to a life beautifully lived. His legacy will forever be etched in the many lives he touched, both on and off the field. As we bid him farewell, we take solace in the lasting impact he's left behind and honor his memory by continuing his life's work of service, compassion, and mentorship. David is proceeded in death by his Father Reynaldo Chapa Jr., Mother Elda Perez Chapa, maternal grandparents Fidel C. & Cecilia E. Perez, Paternal Grandparents Reynaldo Sr. & Petra Chapa, Uncle and Aunt Fidel J. Perez & Maria Dolores Palacios, Uncle Ruben Chapa, and Aunt Elodia Villarreal. David is survived by his loving Wife Alicia Ramirez Chapa; Children Jessica Ramirez (C.M Delavega) Albert (Bethany) Ramirez, Carla Ann Garcia (Manual Alaniz), and Ramon Garcia (Madeline Escalante); Grandchildren Ava Leann Ramirez, Nariah Cabrera, Amiyah Cabrera, Daliyah Cabrera, Genesis Alaniz, Zaydah Alaniz, and Lourdes Delavega; Pets Rado, Princess, Piper, Koda, and the late Chihuahua; Uncle Eloy (Mary) Chapa; Aunts Mercedes I. Perez Yzaguirre of Corpus Christi, Guadalupe Perez Utley of Concepcion Texas and Hilda Gonzalez of San Antonio Texas as well as numerous cousins and many friends that he loved like family. The family will receive friends and relatives on Sunday October 15, 2023, at 5:00 P.M at the Agua Dulce High School Gym. A Holy Rosary will be recited at 6:00 P.M. that evening. Visitation will continue Monday October 16, 2023, at 8:00 A.M. until the departure of the Funeral procession to the St. Joseph Catholic Church where a Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M. Burial will follow at the Roberson Collins Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Ramon Garcia, Manuel Alaniz, Phillip Ramirez, Joe A Gonzalez, Rudy Salinas, Mike Mendiola, and Oscar Garza. Honorary pallbearers will be Louis Lopez, John Dawson, Ricky Barton, Juan Garza, Rene T, Humberto De Los Santos, and Joe Salinas. The family of David would also like to thank the Agua Dulce ISD staff, family, friends, and all the students who have showed their loving support during this difficult time. Rosas Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements.