Rolando Zambrano-Vela
August 21, 1973 ~ November 5, 2020
Rolando Zambrano Vela, 47 years passed away on November 5, 2020. Roland was born on August 21, 1973 in Houston, Texas to Cerildo and Petra Zambrano where he was raised by his loving Ama y Apa Jesusa and Pedro Zambrano in Kenedy, Texas. Roland met the love of his life, Manuel Martin Vela and were joined in matrimony on February 13th, 2007. He became a loving dad to his two daughters Reina and Vanessa and became son to Aida and David Lutz.
Roland had a passion for patient care and worked hard to become Medical Coordinator at Reaching Maximum Independence where he worked alongside his husband.
Roland loved to travel, cook, and throw gatherings. He was always the life of the party. Roland took so much pride in raising his two daughters, making sure their lives were filled with love and happiness. He especially loved the holidays, he loved to dance, listen to music, cook, decorate, and spend time with his siblings and loved ones.
Roland is preceded in death by his father Cerildo Zambrano Sr., Ama y Apa Jesusa, and Pedro Zambrano, father-in-law Manuel Vela Jr., Uncle Gregorio Zambrano, Aunt Julia Pena, and Aunt Luisa Zambrano.
He is survived by his husband Manuel Vela; daughters, Vanessa Vela, Reina Vela-Esparza, son in law Justin Esparza, his parents-in-law Aida and David Lutz. His siblings Cerildo Zambrano Jr., Gracie Zambrano–Longoria and her husband Mike, Elsie Zambrano-Hinojosa and her husband Robert, Danny Zambrano and his wife Gina. Along with many loving nieces and nephews. Loving friends Ruth and Agnes Liggan, RMI family, and many other extended family.
Roland will be remembered for his love of old school music, kind open heart, and beautiful smile. His family and friends will miss him dearly and will never be forgotten.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at 9:00am at MeadowLawn Funeral Chapel with a service at 10:00am with Interment to follow at MeadowLawn Memorial Park.
Broken Chain
We little knew that day,
God was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly,
In death, we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you.
You did not go alone.
For part of us went with you.
The day God called you home.
You left us beautiful memories,
Your love is still our guide.
And although we cannot see you,
You are always at our side.
Our family chain is broken,
And nothing seems the same,
But as God calls us one by one.
The chain will link again.
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Roland was the best at any event he hosted. He hosted my daughter’s baby shower and everyone fell in love with the food. May you rest in peace knowing you were loved by many. 🙏🏻🤍🕊
Where do I start!!! We started Kindergarten together! We both were crying and that’s how our friendship started and when we graduated High School we were still crying!! Roland , you are amazing friend I had! RIP my friend !!
RIP Compadre.
Roland you will be missed and my prayers go out to Manny and family.
My condolences to family and friends! Rip Roland….
You will forever be cemented in our hearts. May you rest in heavenly peace. Class of 1992 – Kenedy
Rest in peace as we will continue to honor your memory.
We love you so much uncle rollie.❤❤❤😢
Primo u will be missed i charish all the moments when i used to spend the weekends with ya at ur ama and apas house out in the contry. R.I.P primo say hi to tio ur ama aoa and the rest if the family LOVE YOU
Manny, Reina, Vanessa and the entire family, my love and prayers are with all of you. I am so sorry, a great man will be looking down from heaven.
Manny, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Roland was a remarkable and caring man. He is dearly missed. Our RMI family will not be the same without him. “They that love beyond the world cannot be separated by it. Death cannot kill what never dies.” -William Penn
For Elsie Zambrano, from all of your Pediatric ENT family, we send our condolences to you and the entire family.
Roland, Jd, Jared & I, had not seen you in so long & we’re still in disbelief. You meant so much to us Roland. Thank you for Everything you did for us, for Always putting a smile on our faces. We will always remember the times we had together, and all the laughs we had. We’ll love you forever Roland. My prayers go out to ALL the family 🙏
Ours hearts are heavy for the sudden loss of our dear friend. Such an AMAZING man and the best dancer ever. You will be very much missed. We will always have Mexico. We love you Roland, Robert and Delia.
Roland was the light and laughter of RMI. He could always be counted on to bring light to any situation we were facing. He really cared for his RMI family and the individuals we serve. He will be greatly missed by all.
Roland…always so animated, caring, and fun. Manny, my heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you and your family during these incredibly difficult times. Please know the RMI family is grieving with you and standing with you.
I had the honor of meeting you Roland a few years ago at the kiddos graduation event you all planned. What great fun we all had! You and Manny are such sweet hearts to welcome me in your home. You will always remember me by my never ending cravings for your rice! Thank you for your friendship and all the amazing memories and laughs we shared. You will be missed my friend, AKA The Rice Man💜 Until we meet again Rest in Paradise ❤️
Hi Roland my name is kat I am friends with Tyler Stipek back in high school he told me all about I am so sorry for your passing I may not know you but I hard that you had passed I feel so sad…I heard you were a good person… Rest in peace may god bless you..
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Thank you for all you have done for us. We will never forget you.
I Love You Uncle Rolly! We shared some fun memories together growing up. Always happy and having a good time. You are gone but forever in our hearts.
We pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief. Our thought and prayers are with you; with love and hugs.
I was soo sad to hear of your passing Roland. I remember marvelous, happy fun times with you. we always had a blast in band camp!! You were such a drill sergeant-LOL, absolute BEST TIMES!! if we could go back i would be sure to tell you how great and funny you were. i was glad to have you as a friend in that moment in time. you showed no fear and went out and conquered your hearts desire. my deepest condolences to your husband and children as well as to your extended family. you are soo loved by many. Sallie Montalvo
Hey Rolando! It was a pleasure to have met you. You were always thoughtful and funny. It won’t be the same without you but I know you will watch over us. Manny may you reminisce on the fine time you guys enjoy. May God be with you! Jelisa