Rudolph "Rudy" Cantu Jr., a 43-year-old man from Victoria, Texas, passed away on October 11, 2022. Rudy was known for his love of landscaping, volunteering at Christ Kitchen, and his outgoing personality with a contagious laugh. He was a proud grandfather and a huge Dallas Cowboys fan. Rudy is survived by his wife, Angela Pena, and his children, Damian Rodriguez, Rudy Cantu III, Nehemiah Cantu, Jacob Rangel, and Haley Rangel, as well as his stepchildren, Andrea Brannan and Amanda Pena, and his
siblings.
Rudy's death was not due to natural causes but was the result of a tragic accident involving a motorcyclist. Ricky Cantu, a 58-year-old man, was found guilty of murder in connection with the death of Rudy Borrego, another motorcyclist, in a 2018 incident. Ricky Cantu was driving while intoxicated when he struck and killed Rudy Borrego. The jury found Ricky Cantu guilty of murder due to his previous convictions for driving while intoxicated. Ricky Cantu was sentenced to 40 years in prison for his actions.
The case against Ricky Cantu was prosecuted by the Criminal District Attorney's Office, and the jury's verdict was seen as a just and fair outcome for Rudy Borrego's family and friends. The tragic accident and subsequent legal proceedings have brought a sense of justice to those affected by the loss of Rudy Borrego.
Rudy Cantu's death has left a significant impact on his family and community, who remember him fondly for his contributions and the joy he brought to those around him.
