Dr. Ricardo Santos, 76, peacefully passed away on Saturday, November 12, 2022 surrounded by his family.

He was the second son born August 26, 1946 to Aurora and David Santos in Uvalde, Texas. Ricardo proudly served in the 101st Airborne Division (Screaming Eagles) of the United States Army during the Vietnam War where he earned a Purple Heart. Always an advocate for higher education he earned a Doctorate in Education. His career was spent working in rural underserved areas assisting in counseling and the education system. Close friends and family know Ricardo was a very determined and humble man who loved his family and enjoying the simple things in life. He had a love of the Hispanic culture and was avid traveler, cruiser, hunter, and loved boxing.

Ricardo is preceded in death by his parents and beloved brother David. He is survived by his wife Cynthia Hawkins; his son Ricardo Santos Jr., and three daughters Cynthia Ann Santos Saldana, Adela Santos, and Eliza Santos Ramirez. He also leaves behind three son in laws, one daughter in law, 11 grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. He will be missed tremendously by his family and friends.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, November 15, 2022, from 5 till 9 p.m. at Rosas Funeral Home with a holy rosary being recited at 7 p.m. that evening. A funeral mass will be celebrated Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church. A graveside service will be held Thursday, November 17, 2022, at 11 a.m. at the Coastal Bend Veterans Cemetery, 9974 I-37, Corpus Christi, TX.

Funeral arrangements entrusted with ROSAS FUNERAL HOME, INC.