Jose M. Alcantara, Jr. Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Jose M. Alcantara, Jr., 68 of Houston passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family Wednesday, November 23, 2016. Mr. Alcantara was born August 31, 1948 in San Antonio, TX to Jose and Olivia Alcantara. He is preceded in death by his parents and is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Lydia R. Alcantara; children, Andrea Shurbaji & husband Mohammed, Maricela Constantino & husband Paul, Lorena Higuera & husband Gustavo; grandchildren, Sarah, Omar, and Natalia Shurbaji; Antonia, Sophia and Luca Constantino; Sebastian and Valentina Higuera; sisters, Sylvia Shurgot and Terry Longoria; brothers, Robert, Danny and Luis Alcantara as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Jose spent much of his adult life in the Houston area where he was a draftsman working on many projects that sculpted the Houston skyline. He was a man of great faith and strong family values. He was an active member of Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus. Most of all he was a disciple of Jesus Christ, spreading the good news wherever he went. Jose enjoyed spending time with his family, whether eating together or watching old movies. His hobby was his grandchildren who he loved dearly. He was a patient, loving, kind and generous husband, father, grandfather and friend. He was loved by those who knew him and will be greatly missed. The Alcantara family will be present to receive friends Monday, November 28, 2016 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM with a Vigil and Rosary service beginning at 7:00 PM at Dettling Funeral Home, 14094 Memorial Dr., Houston, TX 77079. The Funeral Mass will commence Tuesday, November 29, 2016 at 10:00 AM at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Walsingham, 7809 Shadyvilla Lane, Houston, TX 77055. Mr. Alcantara will be laid to rest Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at 11:00 AM at San Fernando #2 Cemetery in San Antonio, Texas. In lieu of flowers Jose requested any donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital https://shop.stjude.org/GiftCatalog/donation.do?cID=14262&pID=24671

Jose M. Alcantara, Jr.

August 31, 1948 - November 23, 2016