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~Chris Villareal~
YOAKUM: Chris Villareal, age 54, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, with his loving family at his side. He was born on February 19, 1972 in Yoakum to Arthur Villareal, Sr. and Nelda (Gomez) Villareal. He married Sara Gonzales on January 20, 2000, in Lampassas. They enjoyed twenty-six years of marriage. They welcomed to this union, three sons and two daughters. Chris worked 18 years as an Operator II, for the Texas Water Utility. He enjoyed playing golf, pitching washers and family gatherings. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Survivors are his wife; daughters Adela Resa of San Angelo, and Cara Resa (Greg) of Austin; sons Eric Villareal (Lizbeth) of Kyle, Jonathan Resa of Lampassas, Joshua Resa of Austin; brother Arthur Villareal, Jr. of Yoakum; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his mother. Visitation 9 a.m., Rosary at 10:30 a.m., followed by Funeral Service, Friday, April 24, 2026 at Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Matthew Huehlefeld officiating. Burial to follow at Yoakum Restland Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be given to St. Joseph Catholic Church. Arrangements by Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home, 361-293-5656.
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