James Caruso

James M. Caruso, 71, of George West, died Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020, at his residence surrounded by his family.

Mr. Caruso was born March 20, 1948, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Michel Caruso and Gloria Maureau. He retired from Conoco Phillips. He enjoyed being surrounded by his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and a stepdaughter, Jessica Puetey.

Survivors include his wife, Sanjuana Caruso; a son, Cary Caruso; two daughters, Lettie Caruso and Mandy DeLeon; two stepsons, Santos “Bubba” Aguilar and Vince Aguilar; a stepdaughter, Isabel Aguilar Reyes; a sister, Linda (Roland) Vitry; three brothers, Michel (Sheila) Caruso Jr., Thomas (Toby) Caruso and Robert “Bobby” Caruso; 20 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 6, at Galloway & Sons Chapel in George West.