Abel Ybarra was born on January, 27, 1954, to parents Domingo and Maria Ybarra. A  loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, brother and friend, Abel left a lasting impact on those who knew him. He went to be with the Lord on January 24, 2024 in the privacy of his own home. He is preceded in death by his wife (Lucy Palacios Ybarra), his parents, two brothers (Carlos and Raymond Ybarra) great grandson Messiah Ybarra. He is survived by his 4 children Louann Rodriguez, Lori Ybarra, Abel Ybarra Jr.( spouse Angela Ybarra), and Lucinda Ybarra( spouse Miguel Ruiz Sr), 20 Grandchildren. 10 Great-grandchildren. 9 siblings, various nieces and nephews and 5 in laws. Visitation will be held on Friday February 2, 2024 at Castillo Funeral home 520 N General McMullen Dr, San Antonio, TX 78228 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm with a Celebration of Life to begin at 6:00pm. He was involved with politics.