Humberto Adame Sr.

Humberto Adame Sr., 86, beloved son, husband, father, brother, grandfather, life-long educator and friend has gone to be with the Lord in Heaven on May 18, 2025. Our beloved Humberto dedicated his life to forming the minds of future leaders that would make Laredo proud. He followed God's ways truly and deeply as a devout Christian Catholic, having been a part of and attending St. Patrick Catholic Church.

Humberto was born and raised in Laredo, Texas, and was a part of its public school system. During his high school formative years, Humberto found his passion for track and field, something that he excelled in. His track and field career started at Martin High School during his sophomore year. In 1955, he competed against 150 runners in the state meet and was crowned State Champion. During the 1956 Border Olympics games, he broke the mile run record. He was offered a scholarship to the University of Texas at Austin, where he earned his Bachelor's Degree in Education. He was also inducted into the Latin American International Hall of Fame in 1978.

After college, he returned to Laredo to begin his teaching and coaching career. He spent the majority of his career with the United Independent School District, as an educator, coach, principal and school administrator.

Humberto's strong worth ethic has been instilled to his entire family. He always encouraged his children, grandchildren, students and athletes to work hard to achieve goals.

May his memory forever be a blessing to all that knew and loved him.

Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Dora Alicia Adame; parents, Jose & Juanita Adame; siblings, Jose Adame Jr., Horacio Adame.

Surviving him are his children: Humberto Adame Jr., Hilda (Darren) McKinney, and Marisela (Ken) Slavik; 8 grandchildren; siblings: Homero (Saida), Sylvia (Conrado Alvarado II), Hector, Heriberto, Emma (Armando Molina), Beatriz (Jose Soto), and Rene.

Visitations will be held on Monday, May 26, 2025, from 5 to 8 pm at Gamez & Sons Funeral and Cremation Services, where a Rosary will be held at 7 pm.

Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, where we will be departing the funeral home chapel at 10:30 am for a Mass at St. Patrick Catholic Church at 11 am.

Interment will follow to the Calvary Catholic Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Gamez & Sons Funeral and Cremation Services; 1029 Bob Bullock Loop; Ste. 1; Laredo, TX 78043; 956.701.3459.