07/14/2023
Ruben Soto, 63, of Timpson, was called home to be with the Lord surrounded by his loved ones on July 13, 2023, in Center.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Sunday, July 16, 2023, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Interment will follow at Powdrill Cemetery in Shelby County.
Born October 12, 1959, in Mercedes, Texas, Ruben is the son of Rafael Soto and Ursula Munoz Soto. He worked as a landscaper for many years. Ruben was always up for a good time, enjoying country music and dancing. Fishing was also among his hobbies. He was a member of St. Therese Catholic Church in Center.
He is survived by:
Daughter, Crystal Epps and husband Alex of Dallas
Sons:
Ruben M. Soto Jr. of Garrison
Jacob Soto and wife Rebecca of Garrison
Grandchildren:
Brandon Soto
Shaun Soto
Hannah Epps
Brothers and sisters:
Ralph Soto Sr. of Timpson
Vangie McGraw of Goshen, Indiana
Jane Smith and husband Eddie of Fort Wayne, Indiana
Roland Soto and wife Donna of Elkhart, Indiana
Raul Soto of Timpson
Raymond Soto and wife Bonnie of San Antonio
Mary Walker and Allen Thompson of Center
Rose Mangrum and husband Mike of Center
Rudy Soto and wife Leslie of Shreveport, Louisiana
Jackie Soto and wife Kristle of Joaquin
Moses Soto and wife Alicia of Nacogdoches
Numerous nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by parents, Rafael Soto and Ursula Munoz Soto; siblings, Herlinda Soto, Helen Simmons, Rey Soto, and Ramiro Soto.
Pallbearers will be Ralph Soto, Raymond Soto, Rudy Soto, Brandon Soto, Justin Williams, and Eric Williams. Honorary pallbearers will be Raul Soto and his best friend, “C.L.”.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com
