Billy (William Garcia Jr.) was with loved ones, in person and in spirit, when he passed away, due to the Covid virus, on August 10, 2021 at Providence Hospital.
Service Information: Memorial service will be held at Calvary Chapel Church (702 N 18th St, Waco, TX 76707) on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at 4:00 PM with pastor Albert Fuentes officiating.
Billy was the eldest child of William Garcia Sr and Velma Ann Scribner (Sanchez), his siblings are Debbie, Angelo, and Tony.
Billy was born in Pontiac, MI but spent most of his youth in Waco,TX, after his family moved to Waco from Michigan in 1957. Billy joined the United States Air Force in 1975. While in the Air Force, he became a very passionate Christian. While stationed at Anchorage Alaska, he ministered to the homeless. Billy learned to play the drums at a young age, and was involved in many different groups throughout his life. Billy was driven by his love of God, his Christian faith and humanity.
Billy was married to his loving wife, Laura (Snider) Garcia, of whom he loved with all his heart, his loving children are Alethea Garcia, Steven and Ealina Melton, April and Stephen Aucoin, Angela and Joseph Fore, Rachael Garcia, Rebecca and Ryan McGrath, and Christianah Garcia. Billy, also, has 20 grandkids and 5 great-grandkids
Billy enjoyed being with his family, spending time with his grandkids and being with his church family, he loved them all deeply. He enjoyed leading people to Christ and helping others, and going out to eat, those were his joys in life
He Worked at the McLennan County jail for 16 years
He was involved in the music ministry at church and many other aspects of church
Billy was Born, March 7, 1954 and died August 10, 2021
His wife and children thought highly of him and are proud of the man he was, his family loved him deeply and will greatly miss him. Billy was preceded in death by his mother, Velma Sanchez; aunt, Virginia Wilson (who was like a mother to him); and grandson, Dominique William Garcia.
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I am so sorry for your’s and our loss. I loved my brother with all my heart. He did so much for me that pushed me to be the man and father that I am today. Again condolences to all of you, prayers are with you all.
Rest in peace brother. Much love and prayers to his family.
Bill is in Heaven, enjoying his Savior and Lord in the great dance, mansion living and witnessing with all those others cheering us on. It should be noted that Bill is a faithful Elder in several local churches with a a Pastoral season at Grace Gospel Church, Axtell, where he and his family thrived and were greatly loved and appreciated. Goodbye only for now dear brother 💕🙌
Billy you were inspiration in my life always there for me to encourage me. We have a Lot of good memories together growing up as children. I know you’re in a better place. And one day we will meet again. Your family will be taken care of. I love you. Your sister Debbie 😘
Theresa and I would like to send our deepest condolence to the family. The death of Billy, my son, was an unforeseen occurrence and we are deeply saddened. This sad event has affected all of us. If there is anything that we can do for all of you, please don’t hesitate to let us know
Our condolences and continued Prayers for the entire family. I met Bill 41 years ago when he moved back to Waco. We went to Church together, played music together, and enjoyed a lot of laughs and Christian Fellowship! I counted him as a Great Friend and Brother in Christ. I know he is rejoicing in Heaven today with his Savior!!
Uncle Billy was a true Man of God! He loved his Family with his whole heart and soul! My deepest condolences and prayers for Aunt Laura and all of his children, grandchildren, family and every life he touched. Heaven definitely gained One of the Great ones. Rest In Peace Uncle Billy! I love you!!
My deep condolences to you and the Garcia family . I was deeply saddened to hear of his sudden death by COVID.
May John 5:25-30 bring you comfort .
Love Yvonne Zollicoffer ( Tony jr.’s mom)
So sorry, he will be missed. He was great man, loving son, husband, father and grandfather!!My prayers going out to my brother Willie, Billy’s wife Laura sister Debbie, brothers Angelo, and Anthony may God see you through this difficult time!!!
Laura and girls,
Billy was a very important part of my life. I miss him terribly. We always had fun enjoying each other’s company, whether sitting around drinking coffee and laughing about silly things or more recently going and listening to good music and just hanging out and eating. I remember him writing letters to mom when he was in the service and I always got to write something to him. I probably called him a bug or a rat because that’s what we did. 😂 I would wait in anticipation to see what he said back to me when mom got the next letter. I will cherish all the silly memories till I see him again. Love, Michelle
Laura and girls,
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Billy was a very important part of my life. I miss him terribly. We always had fun enjoying each other’s company, whether sitting around drinking coffee and laughing about silly things or more recently going and listening to good music and just hanging out and eating. I remember him writing letters to mom when he was in the service and I always got to write something to him. I probably called him a bug or a rat because that’s what we did. 😂 I would wait in anticipation to see what he said back to me when mom got the next letter. I will cherish all the silly memories till I see him again. Love, Michelle
I’m so sorry for your loss praying praying for your family. Bill was a great man of God and loved his family with all his heart. Jan and Ronnie Bundrick are sure going to miss him coming over for coffee and talking about the Bible. He was such a joy to be around. We love y’all also praying for comfort and peace for your family
The Bundrick family
Bill was light to this world! How beautiful that Bill & Laura were able to serve together with the youth in July. To see the smile on his face as he served each youth and to know that those kids will remember Bill for his servanthood is a testimony of Bills life. God is good.
“His lord said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant; you were faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.” MATT 25:21
Dear Laura and Garcia Family,
Know greater love .. knowing his passion for Christ with great zeal he served! Billy and I met 58 years ago. I was a infant and our families were more than friends.. more like family. His Aunt, Virginia my Godmother! I loved his easy going personality. We share March … his birthday a day before mine! It was amazing he knew my husband before I met him. We enjoyed seeing them around and sharing. May God hold you tightly Laura and carry you in the days ahead. We are here in prayer for you!
So very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to your entire family
Still so hard to believe. Prayers for all the family as they deal with the loss of Billy. He will be missed.
My heart is broken! I’ve been calling , emailing , texting and asking my Michigan friends to help find him. For reason tonight I wanted to try again to message him and found this sad news!! The last time I heard his voice he was getting on a plane and said he would call back. Im so sorry to find out this way. Hugs to his family. His mom was a one of my college prep teachers and a great mentor.