William Ernest Celaya, Jr.
William Ernest Celaya, Jr age 84 of San Antonio, Texas, passed away on Saturday Saturday, May 17th, 2025, Surrounded by his loving family.
Mr. Celaya was born on March 28th, 1941 in Santa Barbara, CA to William Eugene Celaya Sr. and Juanita Herman Celaya. Bill graduated from Santa Barbara High School in Santa Barbara, CA in 1959. Directly following high school, he joined the US Army. He served as a Specialist E-4 in Korea and was honorably discharged in 1962.
Mr. Celaya is survived by his two daughters, Lisa Celaya of North Hollywood, CA Susan Davidson and son-in-law Ron Davidson. He is survived by his lifelong friend Ethel Pedraza of San Antonio, TX and his 3 sisters, Carmen Esparza (Pasqual), Marie Celaya and Margaret Mira (Harry), all of Santa Barbara, CA.
Mr. Celaya was an 8th generation descendant of the German, Cota and Cordero families of Santa Barbara, CA. The family of Mr. Celaya extends their deepest gratitude to the dedicated staff of Guiding Light Hospice and Parklane West Healthcare of San Antonio, TX. We are eternally grateful for the compassionate care and support they provided to Daddy and our family during his final days.
Catholic Rosary will be held Wednesday June 4th, 2025 at 11:30am at St. Margaret Mary Church, San Antonio, TX with Catholic Mass to follow at 12 noon. At 1:45pm Funeral services will be held at Sam National Cemetery (shelter 5).
The family asks that in lieu of flowers, you consider a donation to Wreaths Across America at https://www:wreathsacrossamerica.org/
