Xavier "Jerry" Diaz

August 23, 1966 - April 10, 2021

Xavier "Jerry" Diaz, age 54, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at the Southwest General Hospital, located in San Antonio, Texas. He was born on August 23, 1966 in Del Rio. Xavier was a Civil Service worker at Laughlin Air Force Base for over 30 years. He worked as a tire shop mechanic. In his past time Jerry was a big Dallas Cowboys Fan. He enjoyed grilling and spending much time with his family. Preceding him in death were his parents, Francisca and Isabel Diaz; nephew, James Jimenez; brother, Johnny Diaz; sisters, and Yolanda Villarreal and Gloria Vivanco; Family members left to cherish his memory include his beloved wife of 27 years, Rosa Maria Perches of Del Rio; her grandchildren: Jeramiah Perches, Abigale Perches, Alexandra Lynn Duncan, Aleya Perches, Mayla Perches, Sabien Perches, and Julain Perches; brother, Isabel Diaz Jr. of Del Rio; uncles/aunts: Jesus Diaz, Mary Diaz, Manuel Diaz, and Ezequiel Diaz; nieces/nephews: Jennifer Villarreal, Rodrigo Villarreal, Mark Jimenez, Isaac Jimenez, and Joey Jimenez; and cousin, Michael Diaz and Amor Diaz; Xavier is also survived by many other relatives and friends. A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 22, 2021 from 1 to 5 p.m. Xavier's final wishes were to be cremated.