07/10/2025
Tow Truck Operator David Zapata
On July 8, at approximately 5 p.m. on IH-2 East of FM 506, David Zapata, 46, was tragically struck by a vehicle while securing another vehicle into his tow truck on the shoulder lane. The driver, Cristobal Stephan Garzez, 28, failed to slow down and move over for the emergency vehicle, resulting in a fatal collision.
David's passing has left his family, Grace Zapata and their children, Kayla, Lynzie, David Jr., and Noah Zapata, facing an incredibly challenging time. We are reaching out to humbly ask for your support as we raise funds to cover funeral expenses and provide assistance to the family in their time of need.
Any contribution, no matter the size, will make a meaningful difference. If you are unable to donate, we kindly ask that you keep them in your thoughts and prayers and consider sharing this page with others who might be able to help. Please be assured that 100% of the funds raised will go directly to the family.
Honoring the Life of David Zapata, owner of Steel Towing 🕊️
Calling all Tow Trucks
Tow Truck Funeral Procession
The family of David Zapata has kindly reached out to us and asked for us to reach out to the towing community local and afar to extend an invitation for all who would like to pay their respects to join them in honoring David’s life and legacy.
We ask that all towing companies who are able to attend, please be present with their tow trucks by 12:00 PM on Saturday, July 12th at:
San Martin De Porres Catholic Church
901 N Texas
Weslaco, TX 78596
Together, we will stand as one and follow the family in procession to lay our fellow tow brother to rest.
Let us show our strength in unity, our love for the industry, and our respect for a man who gave his life in service to others.
Service Details:
Visitation
Highland Funeral Home
6705 N FM 88
Weslaco, TX 78596
Friday, July 11, 2025 | 🕐 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Rosary
Highland Funeral Home
Friday, July 11, 2025 | 🕖 7:00 PM
Funeral Mass
San Martin De Porres Catholic Church
901 N Texas
Weslaco, TX 78596
Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 🕛 12:00 PM
Interment
Highland Memorial Park
6705 N FM 88
Weslaco, TX 78596
Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 🕐 1:00 PM
Let us unite in David’s honor. May his memory remind the world of the sacrifice and risk every tow operator takes.
Thank you for your kindness and generosity. Donation Link in the comments
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