Jose Pablo Mata

Jose Pablo Mata, passed away on February 21st, 2026, at the age of 47.

Born on March 16th, 1978, in Villa de Guadalupe, San Luis Potosí, Mexico.

Jose later made his home in Texas City from the age of 15. It was there that he built a beautiful life rooted in love, hard work, and deep devotion to family and friends.

Jose was preceded in death by his son; Julian Mata, Parents; Pablo Mata Ortiz and Isaura Blanco Mata, his grandfather, Epifanio Mata and great grandparents; Aureliano Blanco and Rosa Gallegos

He is survived by his wife, Tammy Mata; his cherished daughters, Jolisa and Alina Mata; his grandmother; Teresa Ortiz, his siblings; Veronica Mata (Juan Pablo Cruz), Elizabet Mata (Moises Coronado), Mariela Mata (Lance Brock) and his brother, Miguel Angel Mata (Celina Montoya) his nieces, Esmarelda Coronado Mata and Isabella Cruz; his nephews, Juan Pablo Cruz Jr., Moises Coronado Mata, Jesus Coronado Mata, and Jose Coronado Mata; and many extended family members and dear friends who will forever hold his memory in their hearts.

Pallbearers will include; Samuel Mata, Jose Luis Mata, Juan José Mata, Jose Orozco, Juan Orozco and Luis Javier Orozco.

For 29 years, Jose dedicated himself to his work at Dunn Heat Exchangers. He truly loved his job and built lasting friendships over the years. His strong work ethic, loyalty, and pride in what he did were evident to everyone who knew him.

Jose was the life of the party — a man whose presence filled every room with laughter and energy. He had a generous heart and made sure everyone around him was taken care of. Whether family, friend, or coworker, you could always count on him. His warmth, humor, and unwavering love for his family will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

Services to honor and celebrate Jose’s life will be held at Carnes Funeral Home.

Visitation will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., followed by a Celebration of Life from 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Burial will follow at Mount Olivet Catholic Cemetery from 12:45 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Jose’s legacy of love, laughter, and loyalty will live on through all who were blessed to know him. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.