Rafael Gaitan, Jr., 22, was born on March 4, 1996 in Galveston, Texas and was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on February 11, 2019 in Houston, Texas while surrounded by his loving family. He proudly served in The U.S. Army as an infantryman. Rafael leaves behind to cherish his memories his father, Rafael Gaitan Flores; his mother, Ma. del Rosario Valdes Hernandez; his sisters, Cassandra Gaitan and Nathaly Gaitan; his girlfriend, Marivel Reyes; his paternal grandparents, Leon Gaitan & Juana Flores; his maternal grandmother, Eulalia Hernandez; he also leaves behind many other relatives and friends. He will be dearly missed by all those who shared with him in life.
Visitation: Thursday, February 14, 2019
Times: 6:00pm - Overnight
Location: 3620 Krennek Rd., Crosby, TX 77532
Funeral Mass: Friday, February 15, 2019
Time: 10:00am
Location: St. Andrews Catholic Church (827 Sheldon Rd., Channelview, TX 77530)