Garza built and controlled an intricate drug trafficking enterprise, having a hand in at least three murders. However, it is believed he played some part in another five killings – including that of his son-in-law – for which he was never tried.In his forty-four years on earth, Garza married a woman – Elizabeth – who would stand by him no matter what he did. Together, they had four children – Juan Jr, Elizabeth (after her mother), Maribel, and Norma – who were close to their father and loved him unconditionally. "He will always be my daddy," said Norma Garza at her father's sentencing.