Gilberto Lara Ortega went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 23, 2019 at the age of 85 years.  He was a member of the Charro's Association.  He was on the first Charro's team, from San Antonio, to win the National Championship in Mexico.  Gilberto toured with Antonio Aguilar for 20 years.  During his time, Gilberto was considered the best bronco and bull rider in the state of Coahuila.  He was extremely proud that two of his daughters and his son, followed in his footsteps, in the Mexican tradition Charreria. But more than anything, Gilberto adorned his grandchildren and great grandchildren.  He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Edna Ortega; children, Geraldo Ortega (Yolanda), Cynthia Escobedo, Loretta Galindo, Gilberto Ortega II, Lupita Ortega Garza (Demo), Rose Paez (Tommy); brother, Basilio Ortega (Concha), sister, Argentina Ortega; twenty-three grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; also numerous nieces, nephews, and many friends.  Visitation will be held at St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church, beginning at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 26th, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m.  Funeral services will depart Southside Funeral Home at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 27th for Mass to be celebrated at St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church at 12:00 p.m. Interment will follow in San Jose Burial Park.