Clemente R. Hinojosa Jr, 73, of Brownsville Tx, devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend entered into eternal rest on October 17, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Brownsville, Tx on October 16, 1950, to Clemente Hinojosa Sr. and Rita Hinojosa.
He is preceded in death by his parents Clemente Hinojosa Sr. and Rita Hinojosa.
Clemente was a wonderful man who enjoyed spending his time with friends and family. He served his country in the US Army in the 38th Engineer Company. He worked in the criminal justice profession as an adult probation officer, security guard, and an immigration officer. He then pursued a career in two of his favorite outdoor activities, hunting and fishing. He worked as guide and driver for several hunting and fishing lodges in old Mexico (El Tejón, Campo La Azteca, El Sargento, Pin Tail lodge, Rancho Mariposa, Hacienda Las Palmas, La Isla Lodge). He even combined his love for vehicles and travel during this time while working on motorcycle tours in old Mexico. He was an avid Raiders fan who truly supported his team and enjoyed watching a variety of sports. He also had a passion for travel and enjoyed visiting Casinos with his wife Josie and close friends. Lastly, on his down time he enjoyed watching his Western films.
Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife Josie G Hinojosa; his four beautiful children, Steven Hinojosa, Kristen Hinojosa, Jaime Hinojosa, and Cristina Hinojosa; his eight grandchildren, Nathaniel Stucky, Sebastian Hinojosa, Sofia Hinojosa, Davin Robinson, Olivia Robinson, Amelia Hinojosa, Cara Hinojosa, Leo Hinojosa; and his two brothers, Arnoldo Hinojosa, and Martin Hinojosa.
A celebration of life is scheduled from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Monday, October 23, 2023, followed by a Memorial Service at 2:00 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home. Departure for Inurnment will take place at 3:00 p.m. to Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens where Military Honors will be conducted at gravesite.
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. Clemente R. Hinojosa Jr., 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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To Josie and family, our most sincere condolences. Clemente enriched our life and pool of fond memories with his friendship and good humor…
Olde friend, Find a good shady tree and wait for us; we’ll burn some meat when we get there. We’ll introduce God to a good guacamole!
Sincerely,
Guadalupe and son, Mark
My most sincere condolences to Clemente’s family. Beautiful memories you left us dear friend. God Bless you Josie and family. Till we meet again Clem.
Adam Perez, Jr
Sending my sincere condolences to Josie, her children and the Hinojosa family. I am so sorry for your loss. May your happy memories give you peace and comfort during this challenging time. I hope time brings you peace and that you’re surrounded and lifted up by the ones you love most.
I am so sad to hear of your passing my old friend! I am sorry I wasn’t there to give you my final goodbye. My condolences to Josie and your entire family. RIP Clem!
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