Jim Wells County Constable Precinct 4 Frank Davila Jr. died Friday, June 5, ending a brief but dedicated tenure serving the Premont community in South Texas.
Davila took the oath of office in January 1993 after winning election as a Democratic candidate in the 1992 Texas General Election.
"On behalf of Chief Rolando Flores and the Freer Police Department, we extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Jim Wells County Constable Frank Davila. Constable Davila dedicated his life to serving and protecting his community with honor, integrity, and professionalism. His commitment to public service and the people of Jim Wells County will not be forgotten," Freer Police Department posted on Facebook.
As constable, Davila served as a certified peace officer with full enforcement powers in the Premont area. His role included acting as bailiff for justice courts, serving subpoenas and legal papers for civil and criminal cases, participating in criminal investigations, enforcing court judgments in civil cases, handling truancy cases, and managing financial transactions and seized property for the office.
The Jim Wells County community and local law enforcement agencies are expected to announce funeral arrangements and memorial services in the coming days.
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