Vito Davila, 80, of Palacios, was called home July 25, 2015. He was born Ernest Gonzales on April 13, 1935 in Edna, TX to David and Maria Nava Gonzales, Sr.

Mr. Davila dutifully served in the United States Air Force from 1953 to 1957 during the Korean War. After his discharge from the USAF, he became a licensed Cosmetologist, doing high end styling for photo shoots, commercials and various stage shows. He enjoyed his travels around the world both while in the military and as part of his occupation afterwards. He ultimately settled in Dallas for many years before returning home to Palacios in 2010.

Vito is preceded in death by his parents; sisters Aurora Gonzales, Aileen Ochoa and Sarah Barrios; brothers David Gonzales, Jr., Bill Gonzales and Gilbert Gonzales. He is survived by his brother Herby Gonzales and his wife Teresa of Palacios and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held from 4:00-6:30pm Tuesday, July 28, followed by a rosary at Palacios Funeral Home. Services will be held 10:00am Wednesday, July 29, 2015 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Palacios, TX with Fr. Bryan Heyer officiating. Pallbearers are David Gonzales, Steven Gonzales, Mark Gonzales and Trey Durio. Honorary pallbearer is Burt Williams. Interment will be at Houston National Cemetery at 2:30pm, Wednesday, July 29, 2015.

Arrangements are with Palacios Funeral Home 361-972-2012.