William G. Licea known to friends as "Willie," was called upon by the Lord on April 1, 2021 after passing away peacefully in his home at the age of 89. He was born February 13, 1932 in San Antonio, TX.

He loved and served his country in the United States Air Force for 20 years, he retired in 1968. During his career in the military, he also competed in amateur boxing.

He worked for the U.S Postal Service and became a local business agent, where he arbitrated numerous cases for the U.S Postal Union. He retired in 1987.

In his leisure time he was also actively involved with local political rallies within the community. He loved the sport of boxing and enjoyed watching it with family and friends. He was very opinionated and will always be remembered for his sense of humor.

He was preceded in death by his parents William Licea and Rebecca Pellegrino, his brother David Licea, and his daughter Rebecca Licea.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Severa T. Licea; his children, William A Licea, Yolanda Ramon (spouse Jesse Ramon), Yvonne Licea-Duran (spouse Larry Duran), Veronica Licea Nieto (spouse Robert Nieto), Ricardo Licea (spouse Alexandra Licea); grandchildren, William Licea Jr, Vincent Licea, Stephanie Perez, James A Gallegos, Ethan William Nieto, Joel L Ramon, Raquel L Ramon; 3 great grandchildren; and sister, Marie L. Cooper (spouse Mark Cooper).

FUNERAL SERVICES

Visitation will begin on Sunday, April 25, at 4:00 P.M and

Rosary to be recited at 5:00 P.M, at The Angelus Chapel.

Funeral Mass will be offered Monday, April 26, at 11:00 A.M at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church.

Burial will be Tuesday April 27, at 9 A.M at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with military honors.

Maximum Capacity allowed at the cemetery is for only 45 people.