Raul Juan (Roy) Palacios, Sr.  born in Edgar, Illinois on September 15, 1948 and went to be with the Lord on April 13, 2020 in Houston, Texas at the age of 71.  He resided in San Antonio, Texas for over 50 years.

Roy was raised in Hondo, Texas with 7 brothers, 6 sisters and 2 cousins.  As a kid he was mischievous, known as the kid with the tin can filled with rocks.  Anyone who picked on him was subjected to his sniper like precision.  He had a passionate love for the Dallas Cowboys and was an avid fan of the New York Yankees, which made for a friendly banter with both of his sons on Sundays and game day. Raul was in the US Army for 14 years Active years and 2 years of reserve status.  He was a veteran of the Gulf War where he served in the 1st Calvary in Saudi Arabia.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Francisco and Isabela Palacios, 7 brothers and 3 sisters along with 1 cousin that was raised with them.  Raul is survived by Ester Medina, sons Raul Juan (RoxAnne) Palacios, Jr., Christopher A. Palacios (Maggie Garcia), 2 step-daughters, 3 Sisters - Belia (Stan Sr.) Clack,  Epifania (Juan) Ybarra and Maria Palacios, and cousin, Ezequiel Palacios. Along with numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephews and nieces.

Viewing will be held on Sunday, April 26, 2020 from 12-3 at Castillo Mission Funeral Home – San Antonio.  If attending the family ask that you abide by the local guidelines and wear a mask. A private burial will be held the following day, April 27th at 9:00 am at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandsons: Joshua Palacios, Nick Gutierrez, Christopher Palacios Jr., Evan Pieniazek, Victor Martinez and Andres Garcia Jr.  In lieu of flowers please make a donation to your charity of choice in Roy Palacios' name.