Arturo Rangel

Arturo C. Rangel, age 88, of Harlingen, Texas, passed away on August 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A devoted husband, father, veteran, and man of deep faith, he lived a life defined by quiet service, unwavering integrity, and compassion for others. Born in La Feria, Texas, on March 29, 1937, Arturo answered the call to serve his country after high school by joining the United States Air Force. He served honorably for 40 years — four years on active duty and 36 in the reserves. Upon returning to the Rio Grande Valley, Arturo worked in a variety of roles: at Azteca Furniture, Macpherson’s Pharmacy, and later managing his own credit agency and working at Prestamos loan company. Arturo was a proud and loving husband to his wife of 60 years, Lupita Rangel. Together they raised three children—Imelda, Arturo Jr, and Rene—all of whom became first-generation college graduates, a testament to the value they placed on education. Arturo’s legacy is one of faith, education, and sports — three pillars he quietly wove into the lives of his children and grandchildren. • Faith: For more than 40 years, Arturo was a devoted parishioner of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Harlingen, Texas, where he served as a Eucharistic Minister. • Education: He encouraged his children to pursue learning and opportunity, helping pave the way for future generations. • Sports: His two sons received college athletic scholarships. Rene, went on to play in two PGA events and in the United States Open Championship. His grandson Roman Robledo became an All-American golfer at the University of Houston and also competed in the U.S. Open. Both began their golf journey at Tony Butler Municipal Golf Course in Harlingen, less than two miles from where Arturo resided. Arturo was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lupita Rangel, and his daughter, Imelda Rangel Robledo. He is survived by his sons Arturo Jr. and Rene, their spouses Elena and Leslie, son in law Roman Robledo, his grandchildren Roman, Ryan, Mychal, Reed, Clark, & Lanie. A funeral Mass will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 412 South C Street, Harlingen, Texas on Monday, August 11, 2025 at 10:30am, with interment to follow at the Rio Grande Valley State Veterans Cemetery in Mission, Texas with military honors under the auspices of the American Legion Post #205.

Arturo Rangel

March 29, 1937 - August 6, 2025

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