Juan Bejar Gamez passed away peacefully, to be with the Lord, on May 29, 2022 in hos Mesquite Texas home surrounded by his loving family. He was 89 years old. Born November 16, 1932, in Mexico City Mexico to Juan Bejar and Enedina Gamez. He was the first of five children: Sergio, Nina, Nena and Eneyda. He also had a step sister who he loved dearly, Elma Bajar Cabrera.

Juan was fondly known by his family and friends as Big Johnny.

He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents Aurelio and Felipa Gamez, his uncle Dr. Oscar Gamez and his brother Francisco Bejar.

He graduated and earned his degree in Civil Engineering from the Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon (UANL) in Monterrey.

Big Johnny was a major athlete and played football for the Tigeres of the University and exceled in swimming and soccer. He became coach of the School of Business Administration, winning the football championship in 1955.

He is survived by his loving wife Minnie Etta Jones, his 2 children Juan Felipe Bejar and Diana (Javier Garza), his grand children, Reece (Brandon Ross) Raquel and Marcelo Bejar, Javier (Miriam), Mauricio, David Garza and the love of his life, his great grandchild, Ellis Lynn Ross.

Big Johnny was the most wonderful husband, father and friend in the world and will live forever in our hearts.

Memorial mass will be held:

Divine Mercy Catholic Church June 10th at 10am.

1585 E. Cartwright Rd. Mesquite Texas 75149

972-591-5294

Fellowship to follow.