SAN ANTONIO – Flaco Jimenez’s “final curtain call.” That’s how the family of the legendary conjunto artist described his upcoming memorial service.
Jimenez died July 31 at 86.
A public memorial service is scheduled from 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 7, at the Carver Community Cultural Center on North Hackberry Street, according to the family’s post.
The service will include a musical tribute by Los Texmaniacs and special guests.
The family said seating is first-come, first-served. A prayer service will be led by Deacon Adam Garza and followed by words from people close to Jimenez.
On Thursday, Aug. 7, City Council honored Jimenez during a council meeting.
“What can you say about a legend of San Antonio. He forever changed Conjunto and Tejano music throughout his 70-year career, introducing his unmistakable San Antonio sound to listeners across the globe — many who would had never known Conjunto if it weren’t for him," District 4 Councilman Edward Mungia said during the meeting.
Jimenez’s son, Arthur, spoke at the meeting, saying, “It’s been difficult, but in essence, I know what San Antonio meant to my father.“
“He never wanted to go anywhere, and he always cared for everyone here,” Arthur Jimenez said.
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