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MISSION - Jose A. Rubio, 24, passed away Monday, March 24, 2008, in Iraq. He had been in the US Army for 2 1/2 years and was recently promoted to Corporal. He was stationed in Baghdad on active duty. He was born on March 19, 1984 to Jose and Macaria Rubio in Reynosa, Mexico.
He is survived by his loving wife, Jennifer J. Rubio; his son, Nikolai Cyrus Rubio; his father, Jose Rubio Martinez; his mother, Macaria Rubio Hernandez; two brothers, Edgar Rubio and Jose Heriberto Rubio; his sisters, Beatris Rubio, Adela Castillo, Josefina Rubio, Maria Martinez, Cecilia Rubio, and Juany Rubio.
Visitation was held Thursday, April 3, 2008 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. with a rosary at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass will be today, Friday, April 4, 2008, at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mission, Texas. Officiating the service will be Father Roy Snipes. Burial will follow to Rio Grande Valley and State Veterans Cemetery in Mission, Texas. The family will like to extend special thanks to Mayor Norberto Salinas and The City of Mission, The Community, The Honor Guards, Advantage Rent A Car, Comfort Inn, Mission Chamber of Commerce, First National Bank, America's Last Patrol, Mission and McAllen Police Department, Veteran's of Foreign Wars of United States of America District 18, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar and U.S. Senator John Cornyn. Virgil Wilson Mortuary of Mission is in charge of funeral arrangements.
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for Jose Rubio
Charlie Gili
December 20, 2017
Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let your family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Jose A. Rubio US Army Corporal. We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
The Martinez Family
June 18, 2008
Thank you for serving our country! God Bless your family.
Keri Hake-Cotton
April 15, 2008
Dear Rubio Family,
My deepest condolences on the loss of Jose. I know the pain you all are going through. My brother, SSG Chris Hake was one of the soldiers who lost his life alongside Jose that night. I know that words are never enough. I just wanted to let you know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you. They will never be forgetten...
Reba Josey
April 8, 2008
To the entire Rubio family:
I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to your family in the loss of your brave soldier. My son, Tyler, is in Iraq and from the same unit as your son. May you find peace in the days ahead in knowing his unit will never forget him and the ultimate sacrifice he gave for this great country. The bond these guys formed with each other is stronger than one can understand and grows stronger with each new day. While my son was home on leave a couple of weeks ago, he told me that he felt bad for not being in Iraq helping his team out. This made me so proud to know that these soldiers think of each other as family. May GOD bless each of you.
Reba Josey,
Mother of SPC Tyler Josey
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ramiro montemayor morales
April 8, 2008
to the rubio fam my deepest symphaty on the loss of joe he will be a hero to every one if you guys need anything feel free to write to me i live in reynosa mexico
Rosy Cavazos
April 6, 2008
My heart is deepened with sadness. As one of our brave and courageous men no longer is with us physically. But, will always be here spiritually to make sure his family will always be well taken care of. As a wife of a deployed soldier for the second time, It is difficult having to go through this hardship of not having a husband and father around for my kids in the most important times of their lives. I have learned to make time not only to pray to God, but also to speak with him about my worries with our men overseas. He has given me peace and answers in some way or another. Mrs. Rubio and Family my heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you and a Brave and Courageous Man God now has by his side. May God bless you and your little one.
SPC Perez
April 6, 2008
Thank you for your services and sacrifice Cpl. Rubio may God keep you and bless your family in this time of sorrow!
Norma Z. Gonzalez
April 5, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Think of all the good memories you had together
J J Rooney
April 5, 2008
I wish to express my deepest sympathy for your loss of a wonderful, brave and patriotic son and father. Your strength will bring you through.
Romeo Escobar
April 4, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
April 4, 2008
MY MOST SINCERE CONDOLENCE TO THE FAMILY.HE GAVE IT ALL FOR HIS COUNTRY AND US.MAY HE REST IN PEACE AND WE WON'T FORGET HIM. AO2 ROEL B. GARZA USN (RET)
Arturo Jr. Ortiz
April 4, 2008
With deepest Sympathy from the Ortiz Family in McAllen. I know it's not much but it is from the bottom of our Hearts. You are a True Hero in our Eyes, Thank You for your and your Family Sacrifices. May You rest in Peace.
Roberto Zuniga
April 4, 2008
God Bless you Jose and your Family. Thank you for serving and I am so proud to have you as a a fellow American Citizen and Soldier.
SSG Felix Guerra USA Ret
April 4, 2008
My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve may god bless you all
Yolanda Saenz
April 4, 2008
To the Rubio Family:
My condolence and prayers are with you, God Bless you, you have a solidier of god looking after you and his little Boy.
anna pineda
April 4, 2008
To the Rubio family my deepest symmpathy. We thank him for our freedom men like him deserve to be called HEROS. May god bless his wife & son and family
Anna Pineda
Carmen Rodriguez
April 4, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the Rubio family..Mrs.Rubio you not only have lost a great and wonderful husband,but we too have lost a HERO..You and your family are in our prayers and may GOD give you the strenght to get thru this painful time.But remember he is now your guardian angel watching over you and your little one.May god bless you!
Jose Rubio February 2008
April 3, 2008
Bernice
April 3, 2008
To the Rubio family:
My greatest sympathy rests with you. Jose was a wonderful man, a hero, a son, a wonderful father. He gave everything of himself and asked little in return. God has a plan for him and that is what I try to remember. This is the hardest of times because he was so loved. Embrace what beauty he left behind a part of himself his handsome son. Embrace him and show him what a Hero his father was. Let him know just how much his father adored him. Jose will forever be remembered, forever be loved, and forever be our Hero. God bless each of you. You all will forever be in my prayers
Linda and Tony Garcia
April 3, 2008
Jennifer, we remember you as a child and are saddened that now you have to go through such a difficult and painful period with your son Nicolai. But we want to say Thank you for the service that your husband provided us, by serving OUR country to PROTECT us. We are so sorry for your loss, please accept our condolences. May God Bless you and your son always...he will always know what a HERO his daddy was! You and your family are in our prayers.
Linda & Tony Garcia
April 3, 2008
Jennifer, we knew you as a child and are now saddened that you have to carry such a heavy burden at such a young age with a wonderful son. However, he will know what a HERO his father was...We thank you for your beloved husband, who served OUR country to PROTECT us. May God bless you and Nicolai always...you and all yours and Joe's family are in our prayers!
Emma Cervantes
April 3, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Alicia
April 3, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathy during this time of great sadness. He made the ultimate sacrifice and we are all greatly thankful for that. We'll keep your family in our prayers especially his son.
Lisa Villarreal
April 3, 2008
To the Rubio Family, wife & son. I am sadden of the loss of your son, husband & father. Even thou I did not know him personally, I know enough to say THANKS to a HERO. Mr. Jose Rubio, Thank you for defending our our country and our freedom. We SALUTE YOU!!!
Rubio family, may you find comfort in the LORD in your time of need and our prayers are with you all.
Lupita Gutierrez
April 3, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family of this very brave soldier that sacraficed his life and his family to keep us safe my family has you in thier prayers.
Carmen White
April 3, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Even though he was taken away so young we are proud to have had a brave soldier such as Jose to fight for our country. God bless you.
Roy Saenz
April 3, 2008
Sorry for your loss of this great soldier. May father Roy Snipes bless him and deliver him to god.May God forever keep Cpl. Rubio by his side.
Spc. Roy Saenz (San Isidro,Tx)
Gus Trevino Jr.
April 3, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to the Rubio family. Thank you for your service. God Bless YOU, and your family.
MOLLY GONZALEZ
April 3, 2008
MR AND MRS RUBIO OUR WONDERFUL PT'S WE ARE THINKING OF YOU ALL AND KEEPING YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN OUR PRAYERS. GOD BLESS YOU AND WE SALUTE YOUR SON.
DR. POTENCIANO GARCIA, MOLLY INFERMEA AND STAFF.
joel jimenez
April 3, 2008
I send my deepest sympathy for your loss.I also thank your son for fighting for the freedom that he helped us keep.god bless you.
Alma Renk
April 3, 2008
My deepest thanks for all you did to keep us from harm. God is with you now.
JESUSA GUAJARDO
April 3, 2008
PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES AND MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR SON AND THE GUERRA FAMILY IN YOUR TIME OF GRIEF
E P
April 3, 2008
I THANK GOD EVERYDAY FOR WHAT I HAVE, AND THAT IS FREEDOM. I HAVE RIGHTS AND A VOICE TO DO MANY THINGS THAT MANY OTHER PEOPLE IN OTHER COUNTRIES CAN NOT DO. I AM AN AMERICAN AND I AM PROUD. THANK YOU FOR STANDING ON THE FRONT LINE FOR ALL OF US. WE TAKE LIFE FOR GRANTED AND THEN GOD REMINES US BY TAKEN AN ANGEL, A HERO. WHO GAVE UP HIS LIFE FOR ME. WHO IS A STRANGER BUT YET IT HURTS VERY MUCH TO KNOW THAT ONE OF OUR OWN (VALLEY HERO) IS GONE. I SHALL SAY THANK YOU AND KEEP YOUR FAMILY IN MY PRAYERS NOW AND FOREVER. MAY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND GOD BLESS AMERICA.
The Garcia Family
April 3, 2008
To the Rubio Family, Parents, Wife and son:
My family and I were sadden to hear the loss of our soldier, May you always remember his smile, and that it will bring you comfort.
"WE SALUTE YOU", Mr. Jose Rubio
May God give you peace in your hearts in this time of sorrow.
Amy Marroquin
April 3, 2008
To All the Rubio Family: There will never be enough words to express our gratitude for the sacrifice your loved one made in giving his life so that we can live the life so many wish they had. Everytime a serviceman dies in war, we all bear the sorrow knowing his family will be forever changed due to his absence but please trust that our God has a very special place for those who give their lives up to make a difference in the lives of others! Our faith teaches us that our separation from loved ones is temporary and our reunion in Heaven will be for eternity, in the meantime honor him by living your lives to the fullest as you can also make a difference in others lives. I believe you will find joy in reaching out to others in his memory! Our most sincere condolences to all who loved him. May he rest in God's peace.
O Ochoa
April 3, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Olivia
April 3, 2008
My heart felt condolences to the Rubio families. Your husband and son gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country and I am grateful to him and all the other servicemen. God Bless you and give you strength.
Ramirez Family
April 3, 2008
I did not know him however, I am grateful and proud of this fine young man. I pray that his family stays strong and May GOD be with you during this difficult time.
April 3, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Alfredo Peña
April 3, 2008
let me extend my deepest sympathy for your loss, i knew Joe as a friend he was a fine and bright young man who will be missed
Napoleon Leal Jr.
April 2, 2008
I am sorry for your loss and may god bless you all. He gave his life for his country and you should all be proud of him. I did not know him or his family but I bear your loss.
Diana Esparza Esparza
April 2, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to the family of Joe Rubio, we did not know this fine young man, but we know he did his duty for us in combat and that we will always be grateful. May he rest in peace and God bless his family.
MARIA GARCIA
April 2, 2008
MI MAS SENTIDO PESAME A LA FAMILIA RUBIO YO NO TUVE EL GUSTO DE CONOCER A SU HIJO PERO EL ES UN EJEMPLO A SEGUIR DIOS LO RECOGIO MUY PRONTO PERO USTEDES TIENEN UN ANGEL QUE LOS ESTAN CUIDANDO DESDE EL CIELO QUE DIOS ESTE CON USTEDES Y QUE LES DE LA FORTALEZA QUE NECESITAN ESTAN SIEMPRE EN NUESTRAS ORACIONES
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