Gilberto R. Garza, 85, born August 7, 1935, pharmacist and owner of the former White Cross Pharmacy, passed quietly into his Lord’s hands on September 18, 2020 surrounded by his niece Betty Joyce DeCarriere and Gloria Bernal Guinn and his dear friend Rosa Marquez. A loyal son, brother and uncle, Gilbert devoted his life caring for family, work, and his beloved community. A proud U. of Tex. graduate, he was one of a small group of local businesses who founded the First Community Bank which was originally chartered as First National Bank of San Benito and opened its doors there in October 1979. Gilbert was proud of his 30 plus years’ association and position. Before retiring as a certified Pharmacist for over 51 years Gilbert also served his community as President of The International Good Neighbor Org., Board Chair of the SB Housing Authority, Presidents of the local Rotary Club, and San Benito Chamber of Commerce. Preceding him in death were his beloved parents Leopoldo and Guadalupe Garza, his loving siblings, Frank Garza. Pablo Garza; and Mary Garza Bernal, He is also survived by their children. Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 27, 2020, from 5 p.m. till 9:00 p.m. with a rosary at 7:00 p.m., at Thomae Garza Funeral Home. Visitation will resume Monday morning at 8:00 a.m. and a chapel service will be held at 10:00 a.m. with burial to follow at Mont Meta Memorial Park. A memorial service will be held for Gilberto Garza later when friends and family can safely attend. Due to current COVID restrictions, this establishment will follow the 25% occupancy limit and all persons shall institute social distancing of a minimum space of 6 feet apart. All individuals must wear face coverings or masks. You may sign the online guestbook, light a remembrance candle, or send words of comfort to the family of Gilberto R. Garza at: www.thomaegarza.com. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Thomae-Garza Funeral Directors and Crematorium, 395 S. Sam Houston, San Benito, Texas, (956)399-1331.