Birthday Luncheon Held to Honor Late Dr. Hector P. Garcia
CORPUS CHRISTI (Kiii News) -A special luncheon kicked off Friday morning at the American Bank Center to honor Dr. Hector P. Garcia, who would have been turning 101 years old on Saturday if he were still alive.
The birthday luncheon is just one of several events that have been held throughout the week to honor the late civil rights leader's life. Over 400 people were in attendance, including some of the Kiii-TV team. A number of awards were also handed out to those who share the same values as Dr. Garcia.
Kiii-TV is a proud sponsor of the event.
‘Tireless, charming, relentless:' Luncheon concludes celebration of Hector P. Garcia
CORPUS CHRISTI - There's no one quite like Dr. Hector P. Garcia.
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"Justice for my People" Documentary
Viewing of Justice for my People Documentary at Richardson Auditorium.
Honoring Dr. Hector P. Garcia, Braselton Homes new street name
CORPUS CHRISTI - Braselton Homes has named a street in the Rancho Vista subdivision after the late Dr. Hector P. Garcia as a way to celebrate the achievements of his life.
Brat Braselton, Vice-President of Braselton Homes says, That as a Native to Corpus Christi it is a privilege to be able to honor a man like Doctor Garcia.
"He was a true community builder. And uh...He was able to do things on a scale that was not only citywide...but nationwide. Uh he showed everybody here, and I came in just on the tail end of really his active days, and I've worked with his brother and his sister uh...absolutely incredible leadership", says Brat Braselton.
A dedication ceremony was set for Tuesday afternoon at the Rancho Vista subdivision, located near the corner of Airline Road and Yorktown Boulevard.