Emilio Saenz Jr., 84, of Cuero passed away Thursday, August 1, 2024.  He was born June 13, 1940 in Nordheim to Emilio Sr. and Rosa Vega Saenz.  Emilio proudly served in the United States Army.  He married Dolores Uresti on October 15, 1966 in Cuero.  Many people would drop off projects to have him work on, as he was a well-known welder in the community.  Emilio enjoyed spending time with his family, visiting with his friends underneath the shade tree at his shop, and loved pickled pig's feet.

Emilio is survived by his son, Norman Saenz; his daughters, Penny Saenz and Patricia Saenz; sisters, Elma Cantu, Ramona Garcia and Sandy Saenz and brothers, Robert and Eddie Saenz.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Emilio and Rosa Saenz and his sister, Rosa Saenz Garcia.

Visitation will be Monday, August 5, 2024, 5-7 pm at Freund Funeral Home with a rosary recited at 6:30 pm.  Funeral Mass will be Tuesday, August 6, 2024, 10:00 am at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.

Pallbearers include Matthew Saenz, Raul Saenz, Baltimore Saenz, Randy Saenz, Karl Saenz and Dennis Janssen.

Honorary Pallbearers include Bradley Saenz, Kelby Crider, Saige Saenz, Cyrus Saenz and Sierran Saenz.

Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.

You may sign the guestbook or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.

Freund Funeral Home, 361.275.2343.