On Saturday, April 29, 2017, at the age of 45, Roger Rivera Jasso Jr., recently married in February, a mechanic and father, passed away at Central Texas Medical Center in San Marcos, following a lengthy illness.
Roger was born in Deming, New Mexico on June 27th, 1971 to Roger Rivera Jasso Sr. and Connie Bettyjean (Gonzales). He moved with his family from Deming to Simi Valley, California before moving permanently to Austin, Texas. Roger loved cars and motorcycles. He rode his first motorcycle at sixteen and was hooked. He developed his mechanical skills as a teenager when he had to work on his yellow 1972 VW SuperBeetle daily to get it to start so he could go to school and work.
He had a big heart and didn’t like to see people sad. His caring demeanor caused him to stop for strangers with vehicles stranded alongside the road and often made repairs to get them back on the road again. His favorite phrase was “Hakuna Matata,” meaning no worries. He was always happy and put others needs ahead of his own, providing cheer to everyone he met. Roger loved 80’s music. He often played one of his favorite Ozzy Osbourne songs “See you on the Other Side” while teaching his daughter Samantha to drive. Roger’s son Christopher raced quarter midgets where Roger served as his son’s push start, mechanic, and spotter. They traveled together to races all over the country. He was known for always having busted up knuckles and greasy jeans. Roger truly enjoyed spending every moment with his children. He would wait every day for Zachary to return from school just to enjoy his company. Roger deeply cared for his youngest son, Ozzie. He always provided him with compassionate care and infinite love.
Roger’s life was richly blessed by those who loved him. His survivors include his wife Diadira Juarez. His children: Samantha Sleeman, her husband Jared; Christopher Wilson, fiancé Erin; Zachary Juarez Jasso, and Ozzie Jasso. Grandchildren: Kalleigh Wilson and Makenzie Sleeman. As well as his parents Roger and Connie Jasso Sr., brothers: Elias Jasso, fiancé Bessie; Craig Jasso, wife Sofia; Dylan Jasso, and his sister Heather Hinojosa, husband Miguel.
Private memorial services will be held for Roger at Harrell Funeral Home.
Please send your loving memories, a fond photograph, or condolence to Roger’s family at www.Harrellfuneralhomes.com.
Funeral assistance provided by Harrell Funeral Home 1715 Kirby Lane, Kyle, TX 78640 (512) 268-8200
