The Passing of Freddie Garcia, Jr

I am sharing this with my "futbol family" I wanted to be sure you had information about the passing of Freddie Garcia, Jr. He was a reserve/guest member of the roster for FCD in 2004 and 2005. His father was a player with the Dallas Tornado.

Garcia, Federico It is with the deepest of sorrow that we announce that our beloved Freddy passed away on Tuesday, 11/03/2009 suddenly and unexpectedly! Federico Garcia was born 3/26/85. Preceded in death by his maternal grandmother Soledad Garcia, and aunt Yolanda Medina, Survived by: his loving parents, Federico G. and Sylvia Garcia; paternal grandparents, Arnulfo and Ernestina Garcia; maternal grandfather, Carlos Garcia; aunts, Maria, Laura, Lucy, Ernestina, Elizabeth, Delia; uncles, Luis, Charlie, Fernando, Arnold, Jose, Ricky, numerous cousins and his soccer family.

Freddy touched not only the lives but also the hearts of all who were fortunate to share even the briefest of moments with him. From the time he was young, his compassion for others and his uplifting spirit were the saving graces of many lives. His smile, loving, caring and generous heart will forever remain with us. When he spread his wings, the world flew with him. All of us who love him dearly will never forget that trip--his short flight through our lives. We all love you Freddy.

Viewing 6:00 p.m. to 8:30p.m on Thursday, November 5, 2009; rosary recited 7:00 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 6, both viewing and rosary at Restland Memorial Chapel. Funeral mass, 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7 at Christ the King Catholic Church. Burial to follow at Restland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church.