Rafael, Sr. and Virginia Reyes Galvan were two of the most prominent Hispanic community figures in Corpus Christi of their time. Their former residence, the Galvan House, was a center of local community life; it is now part of Corpus Christi's Heritage Park and is considered one of the city's most historic domestic structures. Businessman, civic leader, a founder of LULAC, and a Corpus Christi Mexican-American policeman during the early 20th century, Rafael Galvan, Sr. (1887-1966) was a force in the civic affairs. Among his many endeavors, in 1949 he constructed and opened the Galvan Ballroom, which became a focal point of social life for residents of Corpus Christi and its environs. The Galvans produced several children, including Ralph, Jr., Eddie, and Robert, all of whom became accomplished musicians and had an impact on the musical development of their region.
Texas Deaths, 1890-1976 for Rafael Galvan, Sr


name:
Rafael Galvan, Sr
death date:
11 Oct 1966
death place:
Corpus Christi, Nueces, Texas
gender:
Male
race:
W
death age:
79 years
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birth date:
13 Aug 1887
birthplace:
Port Isabel, Tx
marital status:
Married
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father's name:
Eduardo Galvan
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mother's name:
Paula Longoria
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film number:
2118408
digital film number:
4027203
image number:
2179
reference number:
v X cn 68604