Albert Reyes Cortez, Jr., was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, August 16, 2021 at the blessed age of 41. He was born November 16, 1979 in San Antonio, TX to Albert Cortez and Nelda Escobedo. He is loved and will be greatly missed by his wife of 8 years Sophia Pena; parents; children Jacob Cortez, Scarlet Pena, Clark Pena; siblings Adrian Lee Cortez, Amanda Lynn Cortez; as well as extended family and friends. Heaven has gained our most beloved blessing. He will live forever in our hearts.