Raul C. Espinosa, 68, of Canyon Lake, passed away on November 28, 2021 in New Braunfels. He was born December, 1, 1952 in New Braunfels to Elias and Epolita Espinosa.

Raul grew up in the Sattler/New Braunfels area and was drafted into the military where he served with US army for seven years. Upon completion of his service, he returned home to raise his two children; his son Michael and his daughter Susan. His long career saw him working at GVTC and managing the Bremer and Preusser ranches. Upon his retirement, he enjoyed traveling and participating in community clubs and organizations including the Jaycees, the Fraternal Order of Canyon Men, and the Comal County Democrats. He participated in many fundraising activities within the community such as the Relay for Life, the March of Dimes, the Comal County Junior Livestock Show & Auction with Buyer Group – Friends in Low Places. He was also active in his church community at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus, the Guadalupanas, and the Coffee and Donut Ministry. Raul's greatest joy was helping others; whether family or the community in general.

He is survived by his son, Michael (Ophelia); daughter, Susan (Todd); grandson, Xavier; sisters, Lucia Tamez, Luiza Espinosa, Alma Sanchez, Maria Uballe, Rosie (Jimmy) Carrillo, and Ignacia Mojica.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Elias and Epolita Espinosa; sisters, Crucita (Cruz) Quiroz, Acisla (Chilia) Camareno, Manuela Acevedo, Julie Ramirez; brothers, Felix, Alvaro (Al), Juan (Johnny) and Greg.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, December 2, 2021 from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Doeppenschmidt Funeral Home at Canyon Lake in Sattler. A Rosary service will follow at 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, December 3, 2021 at 11:00 AM at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church at Canyon Lake. Burial will take place at a later date at Mt. Valley Cemetery at Canyon Lake.