Robert Flores

Orozco

Robert F Orozco Sr

My father Enter into enternal rest on September 20th 2026 at the age of 93. He was born in San Antonio, Texas, to Rogelio and Eva Orozco  on  July 20th in the year 1933. Robert was preceded in death by his parents and his four siblings, his two sons: Robert Orozco Jr,                Andrew Orozco jr, and his daughter Teresa Torres.

He is survived by his beloved wife of seventy-four years Juanita Orozco and his daughter Valerie Vela ( Robert  Vela )

Robert leaves behind 12 Grandchildren and 30 Greatgrand children, numerous neices, nephews and many other family and friends.

Robert Joined the United States Army at a very young age in 1948. In 1949 he competed his infantry school-basic airborne training, then shortly after he received his senior parachute badge. An accomplishment he was very proud of. Robert attended advance medical training in 1957.

Robert loved his military life and traveling around the world serving his country. Some of his posts were in Korea, Japan, and Germany. Robert retired as a proud veteran serving  in the Korean War and the Vietnam War.

He received the US Parchute badge the Army Commendation Medal (2nd), The Korean Service Medal the United States service Medal , (ROK)  Presidental  Unit Citation, National Defence Service Medal, United Nations Service medal, Good conduct Medal,(5th award) And the Bronze Star. Robert was a life member of the  RAKKASANS, 187th Airborne RCT Association. He dedicated over 22 years to his country. 

After retiring from the Military service.he worked another 21 years for the US Postal service. 

His military service was a significant  part of his life and he reflected the courage, determination and disciplinen he learned thoughout his life.

Robert was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with friends and family. 

Most of all, he was a devoted husband, and loved his children and family. 

Robert will be missed but not forgotten,

 and aways in our hearts.