Manuel M. Govea, Jr. entered eternal rest on Thursday, March 30, 2023 at the blessed age of 62. He was born February 22, 1961, in O'Donnell, TX to Manuel and Ramona Govea. He is reunited in heaven with his parents; sons Anthony Govea, Ray Govea; brother Ricky Govea. He is loved and will be greatly missed by his wife Elia Hernandez; children Valerie Govea (Nicholas Dominguez), Manuel Lucas Govea, Jose Hernandez (Bianca), Patrick Hernandez, John Hernandez (Kimberly); grandchildren Alexis, Elijah, Ethan, Angel, Raelynn, Seraphina, Jose Manuel, Ruby; siblings Danny, Eddie, Rudy, Rosie, Janie, Josie; nieces, nephews and extended family members and friends. Heaven has gai ned a treasured soul. He will live forever in our hearts.