Anthony Villarreal

Anthony Villarreal, 38, of Pampa, died July 17, 2015 in Pampa. Vigil and rosary will be held at 6:00 PM Wednesday July 22, 2015 at Carmichael-Whatley Colonial Chapel, with Rev. Roy Kafula, associate pastor of St.Vincent dePaul Catholic Church, officiating. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 AM Thursday, July 23, 2015, at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, with Rev. Francisco Perez, pastor, and Rev. Christopher Schwind, officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery under the direction of Carmichael-Whatley Funeral Directors. Anthony was born June 22, 1977 in Pampa to Richard and Elidia Villarreal. He had been a lifelong resident of Pampa, graduating from Pampa High School in 1995. Anthony married his high school sweetheart Adriana in September 1997. God blessed them with two beautiful children. Anthony was extremely proud of Michael and Ava. He was devoted to his family and enjoyed being there for them and loved them very much. He worked for Texas Department of Criminal Justice for over 18 years. Anthony was committed to his position as a Correctional Officer for the state of Texas. He was well-respected as a co-worker. Anthony was regarded as a hard worker and carried himself with honor. Anthony enjoyed gardening, fishing, watching the St. Louis Rams and the Texas Rangers, but most of all watching Michael play football. He was genuinely his biggest fan. Anthony took delight in watching his princess Ava on stage at her dance recitals. She truly was a daddy’s girl. Anthony and Adriana had a beautiful union for over 18 years and loved each other deeply. Anthony was preceded in death by his brother Rick; his niece Bethany; and his paternal grandparents, Victor and Consuelo. He is survived by his wife and best friend Adriana of the home; his two amazing children Michael Anthony and Ava Sophia, both of the home; his parents Richard and Elidia Villarreal of Pampa; two sisters, Geneva Doan and husband Kevin and Katrina Villarreal, all of Pampa; his sister-in-law Anna Villarreal of Pampa; and loving in-laws, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and host of long-time friends. An account in Anthony’s honor has been setup for his children for future college funds at Happy State Bank.