ZAPATA, TEXAS — Eric Norberto Garcia 64, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at his residence in Zapata, Texas.

Eric was preceded in death by his father, Leonel Garcia, his mother, Obdulia Elizondo, and his brother Ricardo Garcia.

Eric is survived by his sons, Eric Christopher Garcia and Michael James Allen Garcia; his daughter, Skky S. Garcia; and his grandchildren, Eric Christopher Garcia Jr., Ashley Renee Garcia, Michael Leonel Garcia, Aliyah Marie Garcia, and Tracy Joann Garcia. He is also survived by his niece, Nana, along with numerous brothers and sisters, nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.

Eric was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He was the kind of person who was always willing to help someone, and he never hesitated to lend a hand to family, friends, or anyone who needed him. He loved to cook and enjoyed bringing people together around good food and good company. The ranch was one of his favorite places, where he could spend time outdoors and, most importantly, be surrounded by his family.

Some of the most treasured memories of Eric were made outdoors. He loved fishing, and he especially loved taking his family with him. He would wake up early, sometimes before the sun was even up, so he and his family could get to the water at the crack of dawn and spend the entire day fishing. And if nobody else was catching anything, you could count on Eric to be the one who did. Fishing wasn't just something he enjoyed—it was a way he spent time with the people he loved and created memories that will last a lifetime.

Anyone who knew Eric probably heard his favorite saying more times than they could count: “Move it!” It was just one of those little things that made him who he was, and those words will surely bring a smile to the faces of the people who loved him.

Eric was also a hardworking man who found his craft at a very young age. At just 12 years old, he began learning how to lay concrete. Over the years, it became more than just a job—it became a part of who he was. He took great pride in his work and in what he could create with his own hands. He poured beautiful driveways, slabs, and countless other projects, leaving behind not only his work, but a piece of himself in everything he built.

Eric loved the outdoors, loved to work, loved to cook, and loved a good gathering. But above all, he loved his family. His greatest legacy will not be measured in the concrete he poured or the things he built, but in the people he helped, the meals he shared, the fishing trips he took, the laughter around the ranch, and the memories he gave to those who were fortunate enough to know him.

Eric will be deeply missed by his family and friends. His love, his hard work, his sense of humor, his generosity, and even his familiar “Move it!” will remain a part of the lives of those who loved him. Though he may no longer be beside them, the lessons he taught, the memories he created, and the love he gave will live on through his children, grandchildren, and generations to come.