Henry De Leon Jr. 81, passed peacefully to his heavenly home on February 23, 2021 from pneumonia, with his brother Marino by his side.

He is survived by his sisters, Mary Sue Espinoza, La Verne Podesta, Sadie Garcia, Dolores Beardsley, and Irene De Leon. Brothers, Martin J. De Leon (Maria Elena) and Marino De Leon (Norma), numerous nieces and nephews and friends.

He was a lifetime member of St. Cecilia's Catholic Church and also served as a Sacristan for many years with San Fernando Cathedral and our Lady of Lourdes Grotto.

Henry was well known in San Antonio as a talented hairdresser and business owner where he successfully ran his Beauty Salons for over 60 years.

In 1975 he became a founding member of The Order of the Granaderos Y Damas de Galvez. His ancestors aided Bernardo Galvez during the American Revolution by rounding up cattle and providing food for the American troops.

While visiting Madrid, Spain with the Granaderos, Henry had the honor of a royal audience with King Juan Carlos. He was instrumental in starting the Annual 4th of July Patriotic Ceremony held at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.

Henry was also a founder and proud member of the Canary Islands Descendants Association. Henry's ancestors were part of the original 16 families who arrived on March 9, 1731 in what is now San Antonio. They were key factors in many of San Antonio's historical events including the building of San Fernando Cathedral. Grandfathers were members of the city's first government Juan Curbelo -sixth and eighth Mayor, and Vicente Travieso- first Alguacil (sheriff).

He spent many years researching family genealogy and left a rich legacy.  He was dearly loved and will be missed by all who's path he crossed.

Services will be held Thursday March 4, 2021 at St. Cecilia's Catholic Church, 125 W. Whittier San Antonio, TX 78210.  The Church will open at 9 a.m. Rosary will begin at 10 a.m. followed by Mass of the Resurrection.  Burial to follow at Mission Burial Park South 1700 S. E. Military Dr. San Antonio, TX 78214.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Cecilia's Catholic Church.