Johnny C. Alaniz

Johnny C. Alaniz, 84, of Richmond, Texas, was born on September 3, 1941, and passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, at home surrounded by the love and comfort of his family. A devoted mentor to his entire family, Johnny cherished his loved ones deeply and leaves behind a lasting legacy of memories that will remain with them always.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose Alaniz and Leonora Alaniz; his brother, Jose Alaniz Jr.; his sisters, Rosie Alaniz and Antonia Abrego-Alanis; and his stepmother, Cruz Alaniz.

Johnny is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Rosaria “Rosie” Alaniz; his children, Christine Saenz and husband Steven Saenz, Ray Alaniz and wife Nora Alaniz, Cynthia Garcia and husband Pablo Garcia, Gilbert Alaniz and wife Mary Alaniz, Veronica Fernandez and husband Frank Fernandez, John Alaniz and wife Lucy Alaniz, Jessica Alaniz-Evans and husband Robert Evans; his brother, Cruz Alanis; stepbrothers, Eric Alaniz; his stepsisters, Janie Shutter, Minnie Tucker and Anita Welch; 21 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren, 14 great-great-grandchildren, along with numerous nieces, nephews, friends, and other loved ones. He will forever live in their hearts.