On Tuesday, September 25; beloved husband of Kimberly; loving father of Karen Smith, Richard W. (Ricky), Anthony M. (Tony) and the late Melissa Rendon; dear brother of Ramario, Renaldo, Beatrice, Lilla, Belia and the late Ruben. He is also survived by granddaughters, Dani, Brianna, and Rebecca, devoted friends Kimberly Wilcox and her son Dylan; a host of nieces, nephews; other relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial at 12 noon, Saturday, September 29 at Saint Mary's Catholic Church, 7207 Annapolis Road, Landover Hills, Maryland. Interment Granjeno Cemetery, Granjeno, Texas. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association .