Juan “Johnny” Garza, 62, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Uvalde, Texas, on Friday, Oct. 12, 2012.

John is survived by his sons: Mario Garza, Christofher “Jason” Garza and John “Tony” Garza Jr.; daughters: Angela (Ruben) Aranda and Amanda Garza; special friend Patty Masters; brothers: Antonio Garza, Jesus Garza and Jose Garza; sisters Lupe Rodriguez, Maria Garza, Yolanda Esquivel, Gloria (George) Garcia, Juanita Springborg, Rosa Ryes, Silvia Garza; nine adoring grandchildren; and many loving nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose and Lucelle Garza.

John was extremely loving and was a friend to all. John lived the majority of his years in the Albert Lea area and enjoyed fishing, cooking and spending time with his children and grandchildren. John worked at Olsen’s Manufacturing and Alamco. He loved sports and played softball locally for many years. John was a very generous man and was known for his helping hands and caring nature.

Services will be at 5:30 p.m. Monday at the Vineyard Church, 419 Adams Ave., Albert Lea.