Bonham, Texas -- Mac Eugene Garcia, of Bonham, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025, at the age of 80. He was born on April 18, 1945, in Beeville, Texas, the son of Eugenio Garcia and Carmen Hernandez Garcia.
In his youth, Mac had a passion for rodeoing and bull riding, pursuits that reflected his adventurous spirit and love for excitement. His love for outdoors extended to fishing and hunting—activities he cherished not only for the thrill, but for the time they allowed him to spend with family and friends. Mac proudly served in the Army National Guard, earning an honorable discharge and showing his deep commitment to his country. After his military service, he built a successful career as a pipeline welder.
Family was at the heart of Mac’s life. He will be remembered for the countless cherished moments shared with his loved ones, and for his warm heart and generous spirit, which left an indelible mark on all who knew him.
Mac is preceded in death by his parents, Eugenio and Carmen Garcia, brother-in-law, Charlie Shrum, sister in laws, Karen Garcia, and Pam Garcia.
He is survived by his children; Terri Johnson and husband Darin, Sheri Parr and husband Jeff, and Robert Garcia; grandchildren, Sarah Beth and Noah Albritton, Savannah and Jonathan Downey, Shay Johnson, Rhett and Katelin Parr, and Carson Parr; siblings, Gloria Shrum, Alice Davis , Irene Partridge and husband Kenneth, Ray Garcia, Mary Turman and husband Gary, Yolanda Mcmillon and husband Bobby, Daniel Garcia, Janie Blain, Eugene Garcia, Joe Garcia, Roy Garcia, Stella Young and husband Billy, and Tony Garcia and wife Lashell, along with numerous nieces and nephews, extended family and friends.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 4:00-6:00 PM at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham. Funeral services for Mac will be held at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham, Texas, on October 6, 2025, at 2:00 PM. Pastor Lyn Holly will officiate. Following the service, he will be laid to rest at Carson Cemetery in Ector, Texas.
Serving as pallbearers: Daniel Garcia, Roy Garcia, Joe Garcia, Tony Garcia, Ray Garcia, and Bobby Gene McMillon. Honorary Pallbearers: Donnie Shrum and Eugene Garcia, Jr.
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