Rene P. Chacón, age 85, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, September 21, 2023, at Valley Baptist Medical Center – Brownsville. The beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother was born in Brownsville. He built an extraordinary life with his beautiful wife of 63-years, Mrs. Mary B. Chacón, and their children. Mr. Chacón leaves a legacy of generosity, caring, and service to others.
Mr. Chacón was born to Consuelo P. and Pablo Chacón. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Christina Chacón -Casas, and brothers Romeo, Manuel (Jacqueline), and Rolando (Susan). Left to cherish his memory are: his loving wife Mary, children Mirta (Charles) Jenkins, Rene (Liza), Carlos (Patricia), Corina, Manuel, and Rolando (Delaila); 13-grandchilrden, 9-great-grandchildren, brother Paul (Rosie), sisters-in-law, numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Mr. Chacón, a born-again Christian, will be remembered for being a loving, compassionate man who believed in treating everyone with respect and dignity, starting at home with his family, his friends, neighbors, and co-workers. He is regarded as one of the greatest Executive Chef’s of his era, here, in South Texas. The culinary arts remained his passion up until the day of his retirement at the age of nearly 80.
Mr. Chacón was known for always encouraging people to move forward and engage life. He would be the first to say “dale gas,” and with that – we prepare to celebrate his life, keep the faith, and live to fulfill our purpose.
Visitation is scheduled for Monday, September 25, 2023, between 1:00PM and 8:00PM, with a prayer service at 6:00PM, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home (657 Springmart Blvd., Brownsville, Texas 78526). Burial services are scheduled for Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at 10:00AM at Sunset Memorial with Interment to follow at Buena Vista Burial Park (125 McDavitt Blvd., Brownsville, Texas 78521), at 11:00AM.
Services are under the guidance of Sunset Memorial Funeral Home, Crematory & Flower Shop. 657 Springmart Blvd., Brownsville, Texas. (956) 350-8485
To send flowers or a plant to the family in the memory of Mr. Rene P. Chacon, please visit Didi’s Flower Shop at Sunset Memorial, place your order online at https://didisflowershop.com/shop or call (956) 572-3872.
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Manny and family- offering my sincere condolences at this time of your great loss. May God’s grace guide you toward peace and comfort and to remember happy times
My deepest condolences to the family. I will always remember Chacon as my friend and chef at Fort Brown Hotel and Resort. He was always kind to me , may he rest in peace and I hope to see you again 1 day Chacon as you will be deeply missed. Take care of Rocha up there in heaven.
My sincerest condolences to Chef Chacon’s family. He was so admired and loved by all of us at Fort Brown Hotel. I’ll never forget he made a beautiful Sesame Street cake for my daughter’s 3rd birthday cake 30 years ago. And I ‘ll never forget his beautiful ice sculptures and delicious cream horns. Such an honor to work with such a talented man. Rest in peace Chef Chacon. Heaven has gained another angel. ????????????
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