James (Jimbo) Salazar Velasquez
James (Jimbo) Salazar Velasquez, of Texas City, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024, in Texas City, Texas at the age of 78. He was born on September 17, 1946, in Texas City, Texas to Jimmy and Guadalupe Velasquez.
“BoBo” was a proud Marine, a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend, and a notorious Facebook jailbird. He retired from Union Carbide after a 35-year career as a Boilermaker. For more than 30 years, he could be spotted on the ball field, whether from the dugout or the stands. He helped instill a love for the game in his daughters, granddaughters, grandson, nieces, and countless other kids. He loved football (with the Dallas Cowboys notably excluded from this passion), the movie Shane, his country, and President Donald J. Trump – probably the reason he kept landing in Facebook jail. He was a lifelong member of the VFW Post 6378 and a proud Vietnam vet with two tours of duty. His kindness, service, and warmth will be dearly missed.
He was preceded in death by his parents Jimmy Velasquez and Guadalupe Velasquez Biberston, Stepfather Harry Biberston, Brother Jerry Velasquez and Sister Rachel Velasquez.
Jimbo is survived by his wife, Sherry Velasquez. They would have celebrated their 42nd wedding anniversary this coming November 27th. His children, Shebette Boman and husband, Alan, Gretta Bassett and husband, Tim and Nathan Graber and wife, Ann. His grandchildren, Zach McNamara, Lynsie Salazar, Lauren Vermilyea (Christian), Trevor Bassett, Travis Bassett, Bryce Boman (Desiree), Preslie Hearne and Jaxon Graber. His great-grandchildren, Samuel, Carson, Madilyn, Donovan and Ledger. His sister, Annette Velasquez Hlebinsky and husband, Gary and brother, Victor Biberston. He also had many loving nieces, nephews and cousins.
The Family will receive friends at 8:30am on Friday, November 8, 2024, with a Ceremony at 9:00am at Crowder Funeral Home, 1645 East Main, League City, Texas 77573 celebrated by Jimbo’s dear friend, Kirk Adams.
Interment with honors will follow at Houston National Cemetery, 10410 Veterans Memorial Drive, Houston, Texas 77038.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to VFW Post 6378, PO Box 983, Dickinson, TX 77539.
Cousin Jimbo was a God fearing man and will be deeply missed. Our condolences to all his family and friends.
Jimbo was a role model for me coming into the military. So many times I’d think of him while in basic training for some extra strength to keep pushing on. Even as far back as high-school football. Jimbo was at every one of my games supporting me from the stands. I know he will continue to give us all endless strength as he will be watching down on us from heaven. Bobo you will be missed by all. I love and miss you.
Thank you Jimbo for your gracious friendship throughout Facebook and your hilarious posts about President Trumps will have to be our 2025 winners!
Remember me in your Heavenly Bliss whenever I come to join my beloved son Fernando and I thank you for your kindness and prayers
May you Rest In Peace in the Kingdom of Gods
Amen 🙏
I worked with jimbo at carbide in the rigging dept. he was a great guy and fun to be around and will be missed very much . We were also friends on facebook and talked politics a lot. Prayers for your family and rest in peace .
So sorry for Jimbo’s loss, great guy. Worked with him for 30 yrs at Carbide and a FB friend forever!!
Best Bobo there ever was and ever will be. Love you Bobo <3
Sherry –
I cannot write any words that would convey the love and respect that I have for you and Jimbo. What a beautiful love story to watch unfold. Jimbo will always be in my heart. And I will always be grateful for his services to our Country.
Love always
Tillie
Jimbo and his wife have been supportive to me in the years I have lived across the street from them. He will be missed by many. I am sorry for the family’s sudden loss of this wonderful man.
Thinking of you & family. Wishing you strength & comfort.
Susan and I will cherish all the great memories we had together. We love you and your family dearly!
My Sherry and family,
My heart is breaking with you. Jimbo was such a nice man. Please know you are in my prayers.🙏 I love you all and God bless you always! 🦋
As they laid you down to Rest today’s
May you joined your everlasting peace and happiness in Heavenly Bliss
May God rest your loving soul 🇺🇸
Thank you Jimbo for your everlasting friendship