Roberto Garza Sr., 85, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Mission Regional Medical Center. He was born on December 17, 1939, in Mission, Texas, to the late Octaviano Garza and Santos Flores.
Roberto lived a beautiful and joy-filled life surrounded by the people he loved most. He had a warm heart, a playful spirit, and an unforgettable sense of humor. Roberto was known as a prankster who loved making everyone laugh; no gathering was complete without his jokes and his bright smile. He enjoyed traveling, playing at the casinos, and working with his hands on woodworking projects that reflected his creativity and attention to detail.
Family was always Roberto’s greatest priority. He was a loving son, husband, father, grandfather, and brother who gave generously and cared deeply for those around him. His kindness touched many, and his door and heart were always open to friends and family.
A proud Houston Astros fan, Roberto rarely missed a game, and he loved listening to mariachis. His favorite song, “El Rey,” will forever bring back memories of his joyful spirit and love for life.
He is preceded in death by his son, Arnuldo Garza; and six siblings, David, Dario, Daniel, and Rodolfo Garza, Rebecca Flores, and Rafaela Garza.
Roberto is survived by his devoted wife of 65 years, Adriana Garza; his children, Rosa (Mike) Wedge, Robert (Nancy) Garza Jr., and Yolanda (John) Flores; his beloved grandchildren, Alyssa and Thomas Flores; and five siblings, Ramiro Garza, Ruben Garza, Octaviano Garza, Margarita Cantu, and Alicia Ochoa. He will be deeply missed but remembered with love, laughter, and gratitude.
Visitation was held from 4 to 9 p.m., with a 7 p.m. rosary, on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at Flores Funeral Home in Mission, Texas. The funeral service took place at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Flores Funeral Home Chapel. Interment followed at Valley Memorial Gardens in Mission, Texas. Services were under the compassionate care of Flores Funeral Home in Mission, Texas.
His legacy of love, laughter, and generosity will live on forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
Crista Evans Archer, 74, of Amarillo, passed away peacefully and surrounded by her family on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Celebration of Life Services will be 10:00 AM Friday, October 31, 2025, at Central Church of Christ Chapel, 1401 S. Madison St., with Richard Kasko officiating.
Crista was born October 28, 1950 in Friona, Texas to Harris and Myrtice Evans. She graduated from Friona High School, before going on to West Texas State University. There she earned a bachelor degree in Education and a master’s degree in Counseling. Crista made her career in school counseling, having worked at several schools, including Borger, Skellytown, White Deer, and Amarillo, retiring from Austin Middle School.
Crista married her husband, Richard “Dick” Archer on June 27, 1970 in Canyon at the Hill Chapel on the WT Campus. Together they enjoyed 55 years of marriage and raised three children, Arian, Matt and Cody. In her spare time, Crista was an excellent seamstress and incredibly talented quilter, and made numerous beautiful pieces over the years. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She adored her grandchildren and made each of them a treasured quilt. Crista loved the Lord with all her heart. She and Dick were longtime members of Central Church of Christ, where Crista stayed very busy. She was a very sweet and loving person with a generous heart. She will be dearly missed by her family, friends, church and community.
Crista was preceded in death by her parents; and two brothers, W.H. Evans and Larry Evans.
Survivors include her husband, Dick Archer; a daughter, Arian Archer Orlando and husband Steve of Frisco, TX; two sons, Matt Archer and wife Amy of Tulsa, OK, and Cody Archer and wife Jaymie of Magnolia, TX; a brother, Brian Evans and wife Linda of Friona; eight grandchildren, Hayley Orlando, Jordan Orlando Tripp Schiermeyer, Sadie Schiermeyer, Courtlyn Dawson, Emery Archer, Evan Archer, and Hayden Archer; and two precious great-grandchildren, Breilyn and Falyn.
The family suggests memorial donations may be made to the Christian Relief Fund, at www.crf.com.