Richard W. Rabel, 76, of San Antonio, TX, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025.

Richard was born on July 22, 1948 in San Antonio, TX to Sylvester Rabel and Elaine Winkelman.  He graduated from St Gerard High School in 1966 and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from St. Mary's University in 1971.

Richard loved math, science, and engineering. He worked at Commercial Union Insurance Co as a Safety Engineer for 19 years.

He was also a dedicated member of his church and school community.  He served on the school board at St. Margaret Mary Catholic School, was actively involved in various Booster Clubs at St. Margaret Mary, Central Catholic High School and Providence High School, and volunteered his time at countless school events and activities. He participated in Family Life ministries, served as a Eucharistic Minister, was an ACTS brother, and was a 4th degree Sir Knight, member of Knights of Columbus Council 9967 - Holy Trinity and Assembly 3191 - Holy Trinity.  At the time of his passing, he was a parishioner of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church.

Beyond his professional and religious life, Richard was a devoted spouse, parent, grandparent and friend. He cherished spending time with his family - playing games, watching TV, dining out, traveling, and attending various school and athletic activities. Richard was a witty, kind, and loving man who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Richard had a passion for Disney, music, and dogs.  As a child, he was a member of the Mickey Mouse Club and he carried that love of Disney with him for his entire life. He was an accomplished trumpetist in his high school days and shared his love of all different kinds of music with his family.  Dogs were a big part of life - whether he was raising them, breeding them, or just spoiling them, he always had a dog nearby.

Richard is survived by his wife of nearly 47 years, Celeste, his son Adam and his wife Becky, his daughter Alyson and her husband Peter, his grandchildren, Cameron and Dylan (Alyson) and several nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sylvester and Elaine, and his sister, Janice and her husband, Jimmy.

Rosary Services will be held on Tuesday, March 11 .

Angelus Funeral Home

1119 N St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78215

Visitation: 6:00pm

Rosary: 7:00pm

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, March 12 .

Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church

223 E Summit Ave, San Antonio, TX 78212

Mass: 10:30am; Interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park Mausoleum.

Reception to be held afterwards in the Madonna Room at Our Lady Grace Church.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Richard's name to your favorite charity.

"There's a great, big, beautiful tomorrow shining at the end of every day."

- Walt Disney