Reyes "Ray" Botello, of Castroville passed away January 24, 2025 at the age of 78. He was born November 20, 1946 in Crowell, Texas to Jose "Joe" Botello, Jr. and Margarita Tovar Botello.

Survivors include his brother, Rolando Botello of Castroville; sisters, Antonia Lugo of Castroville, Dianna Botello of San Antonio, Maria De La Luz Soliz of San Antonio, and Vicki Gonzales of St. Petersburg, Florida; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

Ray was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Lile "Leo" Botello, Catarino Botello, Manuel Botello, and his baby brother, Mario Botello.

Visitation will be Thursday, January 30, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Tondre-Guinn Funeral Home with the Funeral Service at 5:30 p.m. A Graveside Service and Interment will be at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, January 31, 2025 at Castroville Community Cemetery in Castroville, Texas.

Arrangements by Tondre-Guinn Funeral Home. www.tondre-guinn.com