08/13/2026
It is with incredibly heavy hearts that we share the loss of our beloved Jesus N. “JR” Hilario, Mercy Flynn’s younger brother and a beloved brother, father, son, uncle, cousin, coworker, and friend to so many.
If you knew JR, chances are he made you smile. He truly never met a stranger. His charm, humor, and kindness had a way of making everyone feel welcome and included. He was always ready to lend a hand, and there wasn’t much he couldn’t build, repair, or figure out. He was simply one of the hardest-working people you could ever meet.
But as talented and hardworking as JR was, family was always at the center of his life.
JR was the second to the youngest of eight children and deeply loved his mother, Luisa, who at 99 years old remains the heart of their family. He was also the proud father of ten children, whom he loved dearly. His family extended far beyond blood—JR had a way of turning friends, coworkers, neighbors, and even strangers into family.
For more than 20 years, JR dedicated himself to Coastal Bend College, where countless people came to know the same dependable, hardworking, good-hearted man that we were blessed to call family.
JR was also an important part of the story of Beeville Medical Clinic. From day one, he was one of the key people working behind the scenes, helping Mercy and Ryan turn an idea into what the clinic is today. Whether something needed to be built, repaired, moved, installed, or simply figured out, JR was there. He never needed recognition or attention—he simply showed up, worked hard, and did whatever was needed to help his family succeed. Beeville Medical Clinic would not be what it is today without the countless hours, hard work, and support JR gave us from the very beginning. That will forever be a part of his legacy and something our family will never forget.
And anyone who knew JR knew he enjoyed the simple things in life. He was hands down the best cook in the family, and his Filipino cooking became known and loved by so many throughout South Texas. He loved singing karaoke with his friends, watching NBA basketball, sharing a good meal, laughing, and simply enjoying the people around him.
Those are the memories we will hold onto.
We will remember his cooking.
We will remember his songs.
We will remember his hard work.
We will remember how he was always willing to lend a hand.
We will remember his laughter.
But most of all, we will remember his smile and the way he made people feel.
Our family is hurting deeply, and we ask that you please keep JR’s children, his mother Luisa, his brothers and sisters, and all of his family and friends in your prayers during the difficult days ahead.
Life can change so quickly. Hug your family a little tighter, tell the people you love that you love them, enjoy the little things, and never underestimate the power of making someone smile.
And when you think of JR, wear that smile the same way he always did.
Rest easy, JR. ❤️
You were loved by so many, you helped build more than you probably ever realized, and you will never be forgotten.
