Our Lady of Guadalupe Church at 2316 W Coldwater, Flint, MI 48505 US - OBITUARIES
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TRACEY, Benjamin G. Jr.- Of Grand Blanc, age 71, died Saturday, June 21, 2008 at his residence. A funeral Mass will be celebrated 11AM Wednesday, June 25, 2008 at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 1227 East Bristol Road, Burton, Father Tim Nelson officiating. Burial in Moddersville East Cemetery. MATA, Pedro B. - Of Burton, age 74, died Wednesday, November 28, 2007 at SHEPPARD, Ms. Sharr Lynn, Sr. - Age 55, passed into eternity Wednesday, October 24, 2007 at GAUNT, Tomasa Guerra - Of Mt. Morris, age 78, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, died peacefully Thursday, October 26, 2006 at home after a courageous batttle with cancer. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10AM Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, G-2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Fr. Tim Nelson celebrant. Cremation will follow. Visitation will be 12-4 and 6-9PM Monday at the O'Guinn Family Funeral Home in Clio where a parish Rosary will be prayed at 7PM. She will then lie in state at the church on Tuesday from 9AM until time of Mass. Contributions may be made to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church or Genesys Hematology Oncology, 302 Kensington Ave., Flint, MI 48503. TRUJILLO, Aurora - Of Mt. Morris, formerly of Flint, age 79, passed away on Sunday, October 15, 2006 at home, surrounded by her loved ones. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11AM Thursday, October 19, 2006 at Our Lady of Guadalupe, G-2316 West Coldwater Road in Flint, Father Tim Nelson officiating. Burial in New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation 1-9PM Tuesday, 9AM-9PM Wednesday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. A Rosary will be prayed at 8PM Wednesday at the funeral home. Mrs. Trujillo will be at the church from 10AM Thursday until the time of the Mass. Aurora was born in Fort Worth, Texas on March 8, 1927, the daughter of the late Oswaldo and Elisa Aguilar. She married Alvaro Trujillo on August 20, 1944. Surviving are husband, Alvaro; son, Ernest (Sherry) of Mt. Morris; 7 daughters, Elvia (Dan) Rivera of Burton, Yolanda (John) Lipp of Romulus, Irma (Patrick) Lane of Romulus, Nora (Mark) Bass of Clio, Norma (Melvin) Hutchinson of Clio, Maria (Jim) MacFarlane of Flint, Susana (James) Coryell of Davison; 12 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; brother, Arturo and wife Christina Aguilar of Saginaw; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sons, Alvaro II and Alvaro III (Pico); sister, Angelica and brother, Alberto. VELA, Richard - Age 45, of Swartz Creek, died Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at Genesys Regional Medical Center. A Funeral service will be held 10AM Monday, October 16, 2006 at Brown Funeral Home, 1616 Davison Rd., Flint. Fr. Tim Nelson will officiate. Cremation will follow the service. Visitation will be held from 2-9PM Sunday. The Rosary will be prayed at 7PM Sunday. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family discretionary fund. Surviving are: mother, Mary Alicia (Michael J.) Gallagher of Flint; father, Fred (Sandra) Vela of Flint; brothers and sisters, Albert, Norma (Robert) Barlow, Steven, Michael, Roger and fiance Penny, Anthony, Renae (Michael), Angel, Celia, Victor, Fredrico IV and Andres; step brothers, Antonio Reyna and Alex Reyna; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by: brother, Fred Vela III; grandparents, Fedrico and Telesfora Vela, Alejandro and Felice Garza. LEVEQUE, Joseph C. "Tokyo Joe" - Of Flint, age 63, died Monday, October 9, 2006 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10AM Friday, October 13, 2006 at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 2316 West Coldwater Road in Flint, Father Tim Nelson officiating. Burial in Floral Gardens in Bay City, Michigan. Those desiring may make contributions to the American Cancer Society. Visitation 5-8PM Wednesday and 12-8PM Thursday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. A rosary will be prayed at 7PM Thursday night at the funeral home. Mr. Leveque will be at the church from 9AM Friday until the time of the Mass. Joseph was born in Cheboygan, Michigan on December 30, 1942, the son of the late Conrad and Evelyn Leveque. He served in the U.S. Army. He married Sandra Fylling in 1964. Joseph was employed by GM Truck and Bus Plant for 30 years, retiring in 1995 and was a member of UAW Local #598. He loved hunting, fishing, woodworking and vacationing up north. Surviving are 3 children, Taci (Paul) McGee of Pennsylvania, Jaimi Leveque and Joey Leveque, both of Flint; 4 grandchildren, Brandon, Connor and Caleb McGee and Sebastian Leveque; brothers, John of Cadillac, Michigan, Jack (Pam) and Tom, all of LaSalle, Michigan, Francis of Newport, Michigan; sisters, Mary (Jim) Arlt of Kingsley, Dorothy (Jerry) Grulke of Cadillac, Michigan, Anne (David) Bennett of Kenbridge, Virginia and Judy Leveque of Davison, Michigan; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by parents; grandson, Stewart and brother, Jim. TINNIN, Charles, Jr. "Chuck" - Age 50, of Lennon, died Friday, September 15, 2006 as a result of an automobile accident. On July 24, 1976, Chuck married Sylvia Quintanilla and she survives him. Friends may visit the family from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8PM Monday at Reigle Funeral Home Sunset Chapel. A Rosary will be prayed 7PM Monday at the funeral home. Mr. Tinnin will lie in state at church from 9AM Tuesday until the time of service. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10AM Tuesday, September 19, 2006 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Fr. Tim Nelson will officiate. Cremation will follow the service. PEREZ, Adelia Molina - Age 86, of Flint Twp., went home to be with the Lord on September 6, 2006. Mrs. Perez was born April 12, 1920 in Peabody, Kansas, the daughter of Prudencio and Clara Barela Molina. She was a long time member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and was a member of the Altar Society and Misionero Guadalupano Society. Adelia enjoyed walking, knitting, crocheting, baking and sewing for her family. On December 2, 1939, Adelia married Ricardo Perez in Port Huron, MI and he survives her. She was a wonderful loving mother of four daughters, Virginia (Florentino) Flores, Alice (Pedro) Gonzalez, Lidia (Jose) Caballero, Esther Stewart; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; sisters, Sally Villareal and Delfina Torres. The family would like to thank Avalon Hospice and McLaren Dialysis. Friends may visit the family from 1 to 4 and 6 to 8PM Saturday and Sunday at Reigle Funeral Home Sunset Chapel. A Rosary will be prayed 7PM Sunday at the funeral home. Mrs. Perez will lie in state at church from 10AM until the time of service on Monday. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11AM Monday, September 11, 2006 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Fr. Tim Nelson will officiate. Burial will follow at New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. PULIDO, Olga G. - Age 53, of Flint, died Wednesday, August 30, 2006 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10AM Saturday, September 2, 2006 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, G-2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Flint, Rev. Timothy Nelson, Celebrant. Burial will follow at New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9AM-9PM Friday at Brown Funeral Home, 1616 Davison Rd., Flint, where the Rosary will be prayed at 7PM. Ms. Pulido will be taken to lie in state at the church from 9AM until the time of service on Saturday. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Ms. Pulido was born November 2, 1952 in Flint, MI, the daughter of Angelo and Antonia (Perez) Molina. She retired from General Motors. Olga was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. She was an avid gardener. Surviving are: sons, Joel Pulido and Carlos Pulido; grandchildren, Miranda, Joel, Israel, Zeb, Esperanza, Mariano and Alejandra; mother, Antonia Molina; siblings, Josie (Chico) Pacheco, Estela (Dan) Triplett, Jane (Rob) Rubio, Connie Molina, Gloria Molina, Mary Molina, Lupe Molina, Debby Molina, Teresa (Louie) Ramirez, Angel Molina and Julian (Angie) Molina; many nieces, nephews and cousins; close friends, Scott and Areen; beloved birds, Chachi and Leo. She was preceded in death by her father, Angelo Molina. RAMOS, Maria - Of Flint, age 92, died Tuesday, August 8, 2006 at her residence. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10AM Friday, August 11, 2006 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, G-2316 West Coldwater Road in Flint, Father Tim Nelson officiating. Burial in New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Avalon Hospice or Our Lady of Guadalupe Building Fund. Visitation 4-8PM Thursday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. A Rosary will be prayed at 7PM Thursday evening at the funeral home. Mrs. Ramos will be at the church from 9:30AM Friday until the time of the Mass. Maria was born in Mexico on July 4, 1914 and was resident of Flint most of her life. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe and the Altar Society. Surviving are 5 children, Consuelo Verduzco-Arceo of Tijuana, Mexico, Teresa and husband Harry Cleveland of Waco, Texas, Cecilia McDonald of Burton, Jo and husband Chuck Valentine of Swartz Creek and Virginia M. Ramos of Twin Lake, Michigan; 12 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; sister, Josefina Arceo of Zamora, Michoacan, Mexico. Special thanks to Niki, from Avalon Hospice, to neighbors, Mrs. Jackson and Jerry. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfredo Ramos and daughter, Beverly DeCaire. MATA, Margarita - Age 90, of Flint, died July 31, 2006 at Brian's House Hospice in Davison. Funeral mass will be celebrated 11AM Thursday at Our Lady of Guadalupe, G-2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Flint, Fr. Timothy Nelson celebrant with Fr. Eduardo Lorenzo con-celebrating. Family and friends will gather at the church after 10AM Thursday. Interment in Flint Memorial Park, Mt. Morris. Visitation will be held 6-9PM Wednesday at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek. A rosary will be prayed 7PM Wednesday. Those desiring may make contributions to Brian's House Hospice, Davison. Margarita was born February 27, 1916 in Mexico, the daughter of Pedro and Maria (Luna) Mata. She had resided in Flint most of her life, coming from Laredo, TX. She enjoyed embroidery, sewing, gardening, and especially her many nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. Surviving are: sister, Ramona Juarez; brother, Pedro Benito "Benny" Mata; sister, Maria Baker, all of Flint; many special nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews; special friend, J.B. Bowen. Special thanks to Rachel L. Brown. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Lucia Lara and Mercedes Rodriguez; two brothers, Juan Mata and Pedro Mata. PEREZ, David E. - Of Swartz Creek, age 47, died Wednesday, July 19, 2006 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral service will be held at 2PM Saturday, July 22, 2006 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Father Tim Nelson officiating. Cremation will take place following the service. Those desiring may make contributions to the family. ZAMARRIPA, Apolonio H. - Of Flint, age 83, died Saturday, July 15, 2006 at Maplewood Manor. Funeral Mass will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 18, 2006 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, G-2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Flint, Fr. Tim Nelson officiating. Interment at New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Our Lady of Guadalupe Building Campaign Fund. Visitation will be Sunday from 5-9 p.m., and Monday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4-9 p.m. with a Rosary being prayed at 7 p.m. Monday at Brown Funeral Home, 1616 Davison Rd., Flint. Apolonio was born April 10, 1923 in Kruppa, TX. He retired from Buick Motors as a Heavy Equipment Operator in 1982 after 30 years of service. He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, was active in the choir, Holy Name Society, Caballeros de San Juan, Comite de Fiestas, Patrias and St. Vincent Society for many years. He was involved in the Cursillo Movement, volunteered for the Lansing Diocese to assist migrant workers. He established a restaurant with his eldest son, Cruz "La Gardenia", was instrumental in starting the Spanish Speaking Information Center, and was active in the Club Misionero at the church. He graduated from Mott Adult High School in 2003 at age 80. He married Josefa Gatica in 1944 in Texas. He is survived by his children, Cruz, Paul (Beth), Carmen Boyd, Janie (Richard) Karbowski, Jesusa (Pat) McDougall, Jose' (Mary), Augustin (Gabrielle), Mary Lou Cotterman, Ralph; 21 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; brother, Demetrio. He was preceded in death by his wife, Josefa (Gatica) October 1986. VILLARREAL, Urbano "Joe" - Of Donna, TX, formerly of Flint, age 76, went to be with the Lord Monday, July 10, 2006 in Weslaco, TX. A funeral mass will be held 11AM Saturday, July 15, 2006 at Our Lady Guadalupe Catholic Church, G-2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Flint with Rev. Timothy Nelson and Rev. Eduardo Lorenzo concelebrating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Brown Funeral Home, 1616 Davison Rd., Flint Thursday from 7-9PM, Friday from 10AM-9PM and Saturday at the church from 10-11AM. A rosary will be prayed 7PM Friday at the funeral home. Those desiring may make contributions to the family. Joe was born May 25, 1930 in Mexico to Reducindo and Natividad Villarreal. He opened El Charritos in 1969 and retired as a foreman from Local #1075. Surviving are: his wife of 55 years, Maria Villarreal; daughter, Helen Villarreal of Flint; 2 sons, Jose Villarreal of Flint, Antonio (Gloria) Villarreal of Flint; daughter-in-law, Sonia (Tom) Tate of Grand Blanc; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters and 2 brothers. Joe was preceded in death by his parents; 2 grandsons, Chano and Jay Tijerina; 3 sisters and 3 brothers. LUNA-FOX, Milagro Ofilia, of Flint, MI passed away on May 5, 2006 at Hurley Medical Center. Born earlier the same day. Funeral services at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church at 11:00 AM on May 9, 2006. Burial at Crestwood Memorial Cemetary in Grand Blanc, MI. Survived by parents Christopher and Celestina "Sally" Fox. GUERRA, Juan F. - Of Burton, age 64, passed away Thursday, April 13, 2006. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 AM Tuesday, April 18, 2006 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 4133 Calkins Rd., Flint, Rev. Fr. Tim Nelson celebrant. Visitation will be at Allen Funeral Home, 9136 E. Davison Rd., Davison, Sunday 1-7 PM, Monday 2-4 PM and 6-9 PM, and Tuesday, at the church, beginning an hour prior to the service. A Rosary will be prayed Monday at 7 PM. Burial will take place at New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Guadalupe Building Fund. Mr. Guerra was born in Seguin, Texas, August 21, 1941, son of the late Felipe and Juanita (Montoya) Guerra. He married Goldie Doyle on October 29, 1966 in Flint. Juan proudly served in the US Army from May 1961 to May 1964. Juan attended St. Mary Catholic Church of Flint. He was a member of the Burton Eagles #3814, the Davison Knights of Columbus #4090 and the UAW Local #659. Juan worked as a crane operator for Chevrolet Metal Fabrication. He was a hard working man who loved and was truly dedicated to wife, children and grandchildren. Juan is survived by his wife, Goldie; daughters, Teresa (Ruben II) Vasquez, Lisa and Leslie Guerra and Carmen Lloyd; sons, David and Ronald Best; grandchildren, Alexis, Lewis and Shelby Best, Dominic and Anissa Vasquez, Sarah and Emily Ryder and Jaquez Best; brother, Alfredo (Zulema), Ignacio (Delores) Jose Guerra; sisters, Isabella (Ramon) and Julia (Donald) and many other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by sister, Dominga, and brothers, Raymundo, Refugio and Gilberto. Juan's family will truly miss hearing his laughter, seeing his smiles and will forever be thankful for his unselfish, giving ways. AYALA, Ruben. God commanded his angels to lift Ruben Ayala, 79, to his presence in his heavenly mansion on March 23, 2006 from Flint, MI. He was surrounded by the loving embraces of his family as he was called home. Born July 14, 1926 in Mexico City, Mexico DF to Loreto Alvarado and Ignacio Ayala. Father, grandfather and great-grandfather to the Ayala family of 30+ and extended families. Ruben married Maria Lopez in 1960 in San Benito, TX, to this union there were 7 children born, divorcing later. Ruben worked for Goodwill Industries until his retirement in 1988. Ruben retired to California, returning to Flint, MI in 2000 to be with his children. Ruben?s health was affected by complications due to his diabetes, he was brave to the end. Ruben loved his family, his Mexican heritage, reading, music, boxing, wood-working, working on autos and was a complete handyman. He taught many of these skills to his children. He fascinated everyone with his stories of his growing up in Mexico City. He instilled the importance of education to his children along with his strong character and moral skills. To our dad, family, sacrifice and being a hardworker was what Life was all about. Although a private person, who neither boasted nor complained, our "daddy" was a man who always reminded us "to work hard for what we wanted". The memories we have of our father will be with us forever. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew and loved him, but we rejoice in his eternal peace. He leaves to cherish his memory, Daughters and Sons : Sarita Ayala-Mora (Arnulfo) of San Antonio, TX, Rosalinda Patrick (Anthony), Ruben Ayala, Jr., Roberto Ayala, Francisco Ayala (Josie), Silvia Jones (Aaron) all of Flint, MI and Nena Ayala of San Antonio, TX; Grandchildren: Tena Ayala of Fayetteville, NC, Adrianna Ayala, Marisa Ayala of San Antonio, TX, Theresa Ayala of Flint, MI, Gary Christian of Cleveland, OH, Anthony Patrick, Jr., Naja Ayala, Nicolette Patrick, Niccos Patrick, Damien Ayala, Mariah Ayala, LaBrea Ayala, all of Flint, MI, Roberto Ayala, II, Aurelia Ayala, Ruben Ayala, Ana Lisa Ayala, all of Mt. Morris, MI, Ray Ayala, Francisco Antonio Ayala, Tyler Ayala, all of Flint, MI, Jordan Raine Boyd of Flushing, MI, Alysa Ann Thompson, Mark Patrick Thompson II, Aaron LaShon Jones II. all of Flint, MI; Great-grandchildren: Nadia Ayala-Williams and Idris Ayala-Williams of San Antonio, TX, Francisco Antonio Ayala, II, Anthony Patrick III, of Flint, MI and Damien Ayala, Jr. due June 2006. Family members would like to thank the staff of ICU unit at Hurley Medical Center who cared for Ruben during the summer months of 2005, and much gratitude to Avalon Hospice, his nurses Keisha and Kia, and his caseworker Debbie for their wonderful loving care. It meant so much to have had your assistance in making his last day?s pleasant. Ruben treasured his visits with Pastor Mark A. Parker, Family Worship Center Church, Flint, MI. Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 30, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. and Funeral Service at 6:00 p.m. at Swansons Funeral Home, 2210 M.L. King Ave. with Cremation following funeral service. GATICA, Yvonne M. "Tia Vonnie" - Of Flint, age 42, died Tuesday, March 7, 2006 at her residence. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10AM Saturday, March 11, 2006 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, G-2316 West Coldwater Road, Father Tim Nelson and Father Eduardo Lorenzo con-celebrant. Burial in New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Our Lady Of Guadalupe Building Fund. Visitation 5-8PM Thursday, 11AM-3PM and 5-8PM Friday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. A Rosary will be prayed at 7PM Friday at the funeral home. Yvonne will be at the church from 9AM until the time of the Mass on Saturday. Yvonne was born in Flint, Michigan on November 13, 1963 the daughter of Francisco and Lydia (Rodriquez) Gatica. She was a graduate of Carman High School in 1981. She worked for Kroger for several years. She loved any kind of sports and crafts. She liked baking, cooking and sewing. Yvonne was always doing for someone else. She was a hardworking, caring and dedicated friend. Surviving are parents, brother, Jeff Gatica of Ohio; sister, Christina and husband Daniel Tilden of Burton; grandfather, Reynaldo Rodriquez of Chesaning; nephew, Brendan Tilden; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. "Vonnie was a very loving and generous person. She will be missed by everyone that knew her." REYNA, Andrea - Age 83, was born into eternal life February 13, 2006. Visitation Services will be held at St. Mary Chapel, Wednesday, February 15, 2-4 PM, Rosary at 3 PM, and 7-9 PM, Rosary at 8 PM. Mrs. Reyna will lie in state at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, G-2316 W. Coldwater Rd, Mt. Morris Township, Thursday, February 16, 1-3 PM, Rosary at 2 PM, and 6-9 PM, Vigil Service at 7 PM. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church on February 17, at 11 AM. Rev. Cecilio Reyna (son) Pastor of St. Mary, Westphalia, officiating. Andrea was born on April 12, 1922 in Sabinas Hidalgo, NL, Mexico, the daughter of Cecilio and Maria Garza of Sabinas Hidalgo. Andrea moved to Flint from her beloved Mexico after marrying her husband Carlos on September 22, 1957. She grew to love this country greatly. She was a woman of great faith, strength, and joy. She loved roses, singing, praying, and practicing her faith. Andrea died one year to the day of arriving in Westphalia to live with her Son Fr. Cecilio. Surviving are: sister, Epijmenia Garza of Sabinas Hidalgo; 4 children, Carlos Reyna and wife Marlene of Flint, Maria Mata and husband Frank of Flint, Andrea Wolf and husband Bill of Flint, Rev. Cecilio Reyna of Westphalia, MI; 9 grandaughters, AnaLisa Reyna, Theresa Reyna, Carla and Clare Reyna, Jessica Mata, Jennifer Mata, Eleni Mata, Natalie and Christiana Wolf, all of Flint, and numerous nephews and nieces in Mexico. Preceded in death: Husband Carlos, brothers: Cecilio (Esperanza), Roberto (Gillermina) Jesus (Dora), Silverio (Marina) (Fe), Cecilio (7 months) Sisters: Maria (Melchoir) Guadalupe (Enrique), Olivia (Enrique), Pablo, (brother in law). The family is grateful to the people and ladies of Westphalia who loved and cared for her. A special thanks to Sharon, Millie, MaryAnn, Irene, Sara, Davita Home Care, and the people of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church for their years of friendship. Memorial Contributions may be made to the building Fund, Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, or the Fr. Miller Trust Fund, St. Mary Church, 201 N. Westphalia St, Westphalia, Mi. 48894. NIETO, Maria - Age 84, of Flint, died Sunday, January 1, 2006 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 AM Thursday, January 5, 2006 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, G-2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Flint, Fr. Timothy Nelson and Fr. Eduardo Lorenzo, celebrants. Burial will follow at New Calvary Catholic Cemetary. Friends may visit the family from 1-4 and 6-8 PM Wednesday at Brown Funeral Home, 1616 Davison Rd., Flint where the Rosary will be prayed at 7 PM Wednesday. Mrs. Nieto will be taken to lie in state at the church from 9 AM until the time of the service on Thursday. GUERRERO, Mary Ernestina - Age 73, of Fenton, died Wednesday, December 28, 2005 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral Mass will take place 10AM Saturday, December 31, 2005 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Rev. Fr. Eduardo Lorenzo and Rev. Fr. Tim Nelson will concelebrate, with burial in New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Miles Martin Funeral Home on Friday from 1-4 and 6-9PM and at the church on Saturday from 9AM until time of ser vice at 10AM. Family and parish will gather at the funeral home at 7PM Friday to pray the Rosary. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Building Fund. VILLARREAL, Apolonio S. "Paul" -Of Flint, age 62, passed into eternal life on Sunday, December 11, 2005. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11AM Friday, December 16, 2005 at Our Lady of Guadalupe, G-2316 West Coldwater Road in Flint, Father Eduardo Lorenzo officiating. Burial in Crestwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family. Visitation 10AM-8PM Thursday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. A Rosary will be prayed at 6PM Thursday evening at the funeral home. Mr. Villarreal will be at the church at 10AM Friday. HERNANDEZ, Sylvia Pulido - Age 63, of Flint, died November 9, 2005. She was born October 31, 1942 in Dilly, TX, the daughter of Rafael and Epifania (Barrera) Pulido. She married Estanislado "Tony" Hernandez in 1963 in Alice, TX. Sylvia was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Surviving are: husband, Estanislado "Tony"; daughter, Elisa Hernandez of Ferndale; son, Tanis Hernandez of Flint; mother, Epifania Pulido of Alice, TX; brothers, Frank (Lori) Pulido, Adan (Esmeralda) Pulido; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father; brothers, Felix Elias Pulido, Rafael (Nelida) Pulido Jr.; sister, Adelida Rodriguez. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 6 PM Sunday, November 13, 2005 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Flint. Fr. Timothy Nelson celebrant. Visitation will be held from 5 PM until the time of service Sunday at the church. Sylvia was a loving daughter who was always concerned about her aging mother. It was Sylvia's wish that in lieu of flowers, donations be made for her mother's care, in c/o Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Flint, MI 48507. RAMIREZ, Salvador U. "Kito" - Of Flint, age 37, died Wednesday, October 19, 2005 at his residence. A funeral Mass will be held 10 a.m. Monday, October 24, 2005 at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Flint, with Rev. Timothy Nelson officiating. Interment will be at Flint Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday from noon to 8 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. with a rosary being prayed at 7 p.m. Contributions may be made to the family. Kito was born November 7, 1967 in Flint, MI to Florentino and Olga (Chapa) Ramirez Sr. Surviving are: daughter, Matea Ramirez of Flint; 2 sons, Antonio Ramirez of Flint, Nikolas Ramirez of Flint; father, Florentino Ramirez Sr. of Flint; 4 brother, Asdrubal (Teresa) Ramirez of Davison, Florentino (Kim) Ramirez of Millington, Ubaldo (Diana) Ramirez of Grand Rapids, Ulises Ramirez of Flint; 2 sisters, Laura (Jose) Medina of Flint, Dinora (Ryan) Gleason of Swartz Creek. Kito was prededed in death by his mother, Olga. VASQUEZ, Olga G. - Age 81, entered rest on October 9, 2005 in San Antonio, Texas. Visitation will be 2-9 p.m. Thursday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. The Rosary will be prayed 7 p.m. this evening at the church. The funeral mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. Friday, October 14, 2005 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. VILLAREAL, Martin, died Thursday, October 6, 2005 at Genesys Hospice in Goodrich, MI. The body will be at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church for viewing from 9-11AM on Monday, October 10, 2005 with the funeral Mass following. The Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated by Fr. Tim Nelson. The body will be transported to Mexico for burial. RODRIGUEZ, Dora S. - Age 79, of Flint, died Thursday, September 29, 2005 at Hurley Medical Center. Friends may visit the family from 1 to 8PM Sunday at the funeral home. Mrs. Rodriguez will lie in state at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church from 9am Monday until the time of the service. The funeral Mass will be 10AM Monday, October 3, 2005 at the church. Fr. Tim Nelson and Fr. Eduardo Lorenzo will co-officiate. Burial will follow at New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Building Fund. QUIJANO, Hilda M. - Age 78, of Flushing, died Monday, September 12, 2005 at Avalon Hospice. Friends may visit the family from 2 to 9PM Thursday at Reigle Funeral Home, Sunset Chapel. A Rosary will be prayed 7PM Thursday at the funeral home. Mrs. Quijano will lie in state at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church from 9AM Friday, September 16, 2005 until the time of the funeral mass at 10AM, Fr. Eduardo Lorenzo and Fr. Tim Nelson co-officiating. Burial will follow at New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Guadalupe New Building Fund. ESTRELLO, Cipriano - Of Swartz Creek, age 82, died Sunday, September 11, 2005 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral Mass will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, September 15, 2005 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Flint with the Rev. Timothy Nelson officiating. Entombment will follow in Flint Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Brown Funeral Home, 1616 Davison Rd., Flint from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, and from 10 a.m. until the time of service at church on Thursday. A rosary will be prayed at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association or to the Alzheimer's Association. Mr. Estrello was born September 16, 1922 in Matehuala, S.L.P., Mexico to Francisco and Maria Estrello. He was a member of St. Robert Catholic Church and served in the Mexican military. He was employed by Flint Metal Center for 32 years and Central Wholesale for 30 years. Mr. Estrello was very proud of his family and loved his grandchildren. Surviving are: 1 son, Pedro (Suzanna) Estrello of Flint; 3 daughters, Aurora (James) Eggerton of Flint, Maria (Bill) Chambers of Tennessee and Rebecca (David) Foster of Flushing; 15 grandchildren, Dawn, Tracy, Gregory, Arthur, Joei, Ann, Pete Jr., Keith, Robert, Matthew, Pamela, Marcus, Debra, Autumn and Donald; 24 great-grandchildren; 7 great-great-grandchildren and 1 sister, Elodia (Pancho) Perez of S.L.P., Mexico. The family would like to extend a special thank you to McLaren's 6th floor I.C.U. nursing staff and especially Therese Jones and Barbara Jack, sister-in-law. Mr. Estrello was preceded in death by his wife Aurora Estrello; his parents and 2 sisters. CONTRERAS, Nora - Age 70, of Flint, died Monday, May 30, 2005 as her residence. Funeral mass will be celebrated 10 AM Friday, June 3, 2005 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Flint with Fr. Eduardo Lorenzo celebrant. Visitation will be held 1-4 and 6-8 PM Thursday at Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Flint. A rosary will be prayed 7 PM Thursday evening at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make memorial contributions to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Mrs. Contreras was born May 11, 1935 in Mexico, the daughter of Apolonio and Ercilia (Garza) Morales. She marred Jose Contreras on December 30, 1961 in Mexico. Mrs. Contreras was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church where she sang in the choir and was active in the church's missionary efforts. Mrs. Contreras devoted her life to her family. She will be sadly missed by: her husband, Jose of Flint; son, Jose L. and wife, Michelle of Flint; two daughters, Nora E. and husband, Dennis Andreski of Shelby Twp., Diana N. Contreras of Flint; five grandchildren, Jessica, Sarah, and Kyle Contreras, Tayler Sweeney, Sawyer Andreski; three great-grandchildren, Jazmin Thomas, Jakolby and Isaiah Hussey; brother, Roberto Morales and wife, Barbara of Otisville; three sisters, Blanca and husband, Theodore Garza of Dallas, TX, Irma Morales of Mexico, Annabella Morales of Flint; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by: her parents. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Dr. Norrell and the staff at Genesys Health Park; special friends, Silvia Hernandez and Pauline Hernandez; all their friends at Our Lady of Guadalupe. NELSON, Serena K., 89, of 2605 Baumgartner Drive, La Crosse, formerly of 3460 Starlite Drive, Dubuque, died Friday, May 27, 2005, in La Crosse. Services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Patrick?s Catholic Church in Dubuque with Fr. Timothy A. Nelson officiating. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Dubuque. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Hoffmann-Schneider Funeral Home, 1640 Main St., Dubuque, with a 7 p.m. wake service. Serena was born Aug. 29, 1915, in Dubuque, to August ?Gus? and Magdalena ?Lena? (Stoffell) Kemp. Serena graduated from the former Visitation Academy and the former Bayless Business School, both in Dubuque. She married Judge Thomas H. Nelson on Aug. 9, 1948, in Notre Dame, Ind. He passed away May 27, 1997. She is survived by four sons, Dr. Peter J. (Dr. Mary) Nelson of La Crosse, Patrick M. Nelson of Milwaukee, Fr. Timothy A. Nelson of Flint, Michigan, Andrew A. (Nancy) Nelson of Decorah, Iowa; one daughter, Laura M. (David) Steffens of Big Rapids, Mich.; grandchildren, Andrew and Susan Nelson, Sarah and Nicholas Nelson, Ellen and Michael Steffens. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband; a son, Thomas M. Nelson; a daughter, Mary W. Nelson; brothers, Raymond, Louis, and a brother in infancy; and a sister, Melicent Kemp. BARERRA, Rosa - Of Flint, age 80, died Friday, May 6, 2005 at McLaren Regional Medical Center, Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10AM, Tuesday, May 10, 2005 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 2316 West Coldwater Rd., Flint. Father Tim Nelson and Father Eduardo Lorenzo co-officiating. Burial in Sunset Hills Cemetery. WOODS, Mr. Willie - Age 87, passed away Thursday, January 27, 2005 at Maplewood Manor. Rosary Scripture Service 7PM Today, February 1, 2005 from the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home, 906 W. Flint Park Blvd. Funeral service will be held 10AM Wednesday, February 2, 2005 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 2316 Coldwater Rd. Rev. Timothy Nelson officiating. Interment New Calvary Catholic Cemetery & Mausoleum, G-4142 Flushing. PERES, Katherine Elizabeth -- Age 81, of Flint, died Sunday, November 28, 2004 at her residence. Funeral mass was celebrated at 10AM Thursday, December 2, 2004 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Fr. Tim Nelson officiating. Internment in Flint Memorial Park. REYNA, Carlos - Age 82, of Flint, Michigan, was born into eternal life November 12, 2004. The burial mass will be at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, G-2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Mt. Morris Township, on Tuesday, November 16, 2004 at 11 AM. Burial will follow the service at New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. He was born on July 6, 1922 in Benavides, Texas, the son of Doroteo Reyna and Concepcion Bazan Reyna of Charlotte, Texas. He married Andrea Garza of Sabinas Hidalgo, N. L., Mexico on September 22, 1957. CABALLERO, Herlinda "Linda" - Age 63, of Detroit, MI, formerly of Flint died Thursday, November 11, 2004 at Detroit Receiving Hospital. A Funeral Mass will be held 2:00 PM, Tuesday, November 16, 2004 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Herlinda was born January 27, 1941 in San Antonio, TX, the daughter of Francisco B. and Tomasa (Garcia) Molina. She married Felix R. Caballero in 1964. BARILLAS, Guillermo Mariano - Of Flushing, age 78, died at home on Sunday, October 17, 2004. Funeral Mass will be held at 9:30 am on Saturday, October 23, 2004 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Flint, Father Timothy Nelson, celebrant. Burial will follow in New Calvary Catholic Cemetery, G-4142 Flushing Rd., Flint. Guillermo was born in Guatemala City, Guatemala on September 11, 1926, son of Mariano and Otilia (Martinez) Barillas. ROGERS, Michael Lee - Of Grand Blanc, age 33, died Saturday, October 16, 2004. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 20, 2004 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Flint, Fr. Tim Nelson officiating.Burial in Sunset Hills Cemetary. EDWARDS, Kenneth M. II - Age 19, of Clio, died Tuesday, September 7, 2004. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, September 11, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, G-2316 W. Coldwater Road, Flint, Fr. Tim Nelson officiating. Internment at New Calvary Catholic Cemetary. VASQUEZ, Antonio D. - Of Grand Rapids, died September 5, 2004 at Mott Children's Hospital in Ann Arbor. Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, September 9, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, G-2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Flint, with Fr. Tim Nelson officiating. Internment in the Garden of Angels at New Calvary Cemetary. MUNOZ, Angel - Age 28, returned to heaven August 18, 2004. A memorial gathering will be held Tuesday, August 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a rosary prayed at 12 noon, Fr. Eduardo Lorenzo celebrant. RODRIGUEZ, Roberto - Of Flint, age 45, died August 14, 2004. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Friday, August 20, 2004 at Our Lady of Guadalupe, G-2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Fr. Eduardo Lorenzo officiating. Burial at Crestwood Cemetary. QUINTANILLA, Pedro - Of Flushing, age 75, died Saturday, June 12, 2004 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral Mass will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, June 17, 2004 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Fr. Tim Nelson will officiate. Burial will follow at Flushing Cemetery. MARTINEZ, Elsida "ChaCha" (Serna) - Of Flint, age 55, died Friday, June 4, 2004 at Genesys Health Park. Funeral service will be held 10AM Friday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, G-2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Fr. Tim Nelson officiating. Cremation to follow. She was born June 10, 1948 in Sabinas Hidaldgo, Mexico. RAMIREZ, Olga Maria - Of Flint, age 65, died
KOLL, Gerald Herman "Brother Boniface" - Of Mt. Morris Township, age 84, died Sunday, April 26, 2009 at his residence. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 29, 2009 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 2316 West Coldwater Road, Flint, Father Tim Nelson officiating. Burial in St. Catherine's Cemetery in Redwood Falls, Minnesota. Those desiring may make contributions to Alma Redemptoris Mater. Visitation 2-9 p.m. Tuesday at church. A Rosary will be prayed at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. Visitation 9 a.m. Wednesday until the time of the Mass. Gerald was born in Spring Hill, Minnesota on January 26, 1925, the son of August P. and Loretta (Laubach) Koll. He attended St. Boniface Grade School and Melrose High School in Melrose, Minnesota. He served in the U.S. Army from 1944 until 1946 in the 25th Infantry Division. On April 26, 1949 he married Eunice B. Carlson in Morgan, Minnesota. He farmed in Redwood Falls, Minnesota with Park D. Sanders from 1949 - 1991 and then farmed for The Sisters of Mercy in Jackson, Minnesota from 1991-1992. He then entered religious life with Alma Redemptoris Mater in 1992 and resided in Alma, MI, Fenton, MI and most recently at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Flint, MI.
VASQUEZ, Paul - Age 56, died Saturday, Ap ril 11, 2009 at his residence in Austin Texas. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 20, 2009 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 2316 W. Coldwater Road, Flint Michigan, 48505. Fr. Timothy Nelson, Pastor and Fr. Eduardo Lorenzo residing. Cremation of the body has already been completed in Austin, Texas. You may visit with members of Paul’s family and friends at the Church at 9:00 a.m. until the start of the Mass. If desired memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the St. Vincent de Paul of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Flint.
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RODRIGUEZ, Felix - Of Flint, age 84, died Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at Brian's House of Davison. The Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated at 11AM Saturday, November 8, 2008 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, G-2316 West Coldwater Road, Flint, Father Tim Nelson and Father Eduardo Lorenzo con-celebrating and Rite of Committal will follow at New Calvary Catholic Cemetery.
GUERRA, Dolores (Lola Vega) - Of Flint, MI, age 81, died Monday, November 3, 2008 at her residence. A Christian Mass will be held 11AM Friday, November 7th at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Flint, MI. Visitation from 9AM until time of service Friday at the church. Family will receive visitors from 12-8PM Thursday, November 6th at Dodds Dumanois Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 901 Garland St., Flint. Rosary prayer will be held 7PM Thursday at the funeral home. Rev. Timothy Nelson and Rev. Eduardo Lorenzo co-officiating the Mass.
PALACIOS, Bernadette Caroline - Age 101, of Flint, died November 2, 2008 at her home. Visitation will be held 12 noon to 8 p.m. Wednesday with a Rosary Service at 7 p.m. at Reigle Funeral Home, 5501 W. Pierson Rd., Flushing. The family will receive guests 9 to 11 a.m. on Thursday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, G-2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Flint, with a Funeral Mass to be held at 11 a.m., Father Tim Nelson officiating.
MOLINA, Guadalupe V. - Of Mt. Morris, age 51, died Thursday, October 23, 2008 at
SUAREZ, Lourdes - Age 80, wife, mother, grandmother and dear friend died in Las Vegas, Nv. on Wednesday, September 24, 2008, following a courageous battle with cancer. Lourdes was born September 3, 1928 in Cardenas, Cuba to the late Francisco y Isabel Alvarez. On May 9, 1953 Lourdes was united in marriage to Pedro M. Suarez in Cardenas, Cuba. In 1965 Pedro y Lourdes with family members left Cuba and established new roots and a loving home in Flint, Michigan. Lourdes spent 12 years working for AC Spark Plug Division. Lourdes was an active member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, held membership in the Altar Society until 2003 when her grandchildren pulled on her heart strings and they made the move to Las Vegas, NV. Lourdes is survived by her dedicated and beloved husband of 55 years, Pedro; a son-in-law and daughter, Brian and Lourdes Maria Ochs; two grandchildren Nicholas and Amanda; a brother and his wife, Frank y Noema Alvarez. She is further survived by neices, nephew, relatives and many wonderful friends who she leaves treasured memories. Memorial services will be held on October 30, 2008 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 2316 W. Coldwater Road, Flint, Michigan. Visitation will be held on October 30, 2008 from 9AM to 11AM with the family in the church. Mass will begin at 11AM followed by the entombment at New Calvary Catholic Cementary, 4142 Flushing Road, Flint, Michigan.
ALYATIM, Monir G. - Of Flint, age 36, died Sunday, September 21, 2008 at Hurley Medical Center. Funeral service will be held at 11AM Friday, September 26, 2008 at St. George Orthodox Church, 5191 Lennon Road, Flint, Very Reverend Father Joseph Abud officiating. Burial in Flint Memorial Park. Those desiring may make contributions to the family or St. George Orthodox Church. Visitation 4-9PM Thursday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. A Trisagion Service will be held at 7PM Thursday at the funeral home. Mr. Alyatim will be at the church from 9AM Friday until the time of the service.
TRUJILLO, Alvaro O. - Age 83, of Mt. Morris, formerly of Flint, passed away Saturday, September 20, 2008 at Genesys Health Park surrounded by his loved ones. Funeral mass will be celebrated 11AM Friday, September 26, 2008 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, G-2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Flint with Fr. Tim Nelson celebrant. Burial will follow at New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held 11AM - 9PM Thursday at Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Flint where a rosary will be prayed 7PM Thursday. Mr. Trujillo will be at church from 10AM Friday until the time of mass.
MAR, Elvira R. - Of Flint, age 72, died Sunday, August 17, 2008 at her residence. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1PM Thursday, August 21, 2008 at Our Lady of Guadalupe, G-2316 West Coldwater Road, Flint, Father Tim Nelson officiating. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation 11AM-2PM and 4-8PM Wednesday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. A Rosary will be prayed at 7PM Wednesday at the funeral home. Mrs. Mar will be at the church from 12PM Thursday until the time of the Mass.
ASCENCIO, Mariana - Age 94, of Flint, died Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at Durand Senior Care Center. Funeral Mass will be held 10 a.m. Monday, May 5, 2008 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 2316 W. Coldwater Road, Flint. Fr. Tim Nelson officiating. Interment to follow at New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Mrs. Ascencio will lie in state at the church Monday at 9 a.m. The family will also receive friends Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Brown Funeral Home, 1480 E. Hill Road, Grand Blanc. Rosary Service Sunday at 7 p.m. Mariana was born November 27, 1913 in Coahuila, Mexico, daughter of Luis and Rosa (Rodriguez) Limon and resided in the Flint area for 70 years. She was a longtime member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Club Misonero, and the Altar Society. She is survived by: children, Maria and husband James Bolen of Las Vegas, NV, Frances, Juan, Jesse and wife Janie Ascencio, all of Flint, and Angel and wife Joyce Ascencio of Burton; 22 grandchildren; 50 great-grandchildren; 17 great-great-grandchildren; and many nephews and nieces in Colorado, Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Texas.
GATICA, Pedro R. - Of Flint, passed away on Friday, April 25, 2008 at his daughter's home in Grand Ledge, MI of liver cancer. Pedro was age 79. Friends may visit the family from 10 to 2 and 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Reigle Funeral Home Sunset Chapel. A Rosary will be prayed 7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. Wednesday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Fr. Tim Nelson will officiate. Mr. Gatica will lie in state at church from 9 a.m. Wednesday until the time of service. Burial will follow at Flint Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Our Lady of Guadalupe to offset funeral expenses. The family extends a special thank you to the staffs of Sparrow Hospital in Lansing and Hospice Care of E. Lansing for their loving care and special attention.
ALBERTO, Guadalupe - Of Flint, age 77, passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Funeral Mass will be 1PM Monday, April 28, 2008 at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 2315 West Coldwater Road, Flint, Father Tim Nelson officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Our Lady of Guadalupe or to the family. Visitation 4-8PM Saturday, 12-3 and 5-8PM Sunday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. Rosary prayer 7PM Sunday at the funeral home. Mrs. Alberto will be at the church from 12 noon Monday until the time of the Mass. Guadalupe was born in Tela, Honduras on June 24, 1930, daughter of Adrian and Guillermina (Funez) Carias. She married Abraham Alberto in Honduras March 15, 1952. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe. She loved reading, dancing, traveling and especially spending time with her family. She worked at GM Truck & Bus for almost 20 years. She owned and operated North Dixie Food Market from 1969 - 1973 and A & G Market since 1980. Survived by loving husband, Abraham; children, Xiomara (Thomas) Golen, Lilia Alberto, Douglas (Sandy), Cesar (Karol); grandchildren, Tommy, Desiree and Giovanna Golen, Addis and Sheri Meltzer, Kristin, Elyse and Amy Alberto, Cesar, Jr. and Sonia Alberto; brothers, Beto Funez, Alonso Carias, Santiago (Nela) Carias; sisters, Elvia (Fausto) Ramirez, Sonia (Juan Jose) Hernandez; several loving nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by parents; son, Abraham, Jr.; and brother, Napoleon Carias.
AGUILAR, Ruben, Jr. - Of Flint, age 51, died Wednesday, March 12, 2008. Memorial service will be held at 2PM, Tuesday, March 18, 2008 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Father Tim Nelson officiating. Per his wishes cremation has taken place. Visitation 11AM Tuesday until the time of the service at the funeral home. Ruben was born in Miami, Florida on April 9, 1956. He graduated from Northwestern High School. He served his country in the United States Army Reserves. Ruben retired from General Motors Truck and Bus with several years of service. He was an avid fisherman who also enjoyed hunting, cleaning his car, watching the T.V. show Cops, watching boxing matches, most of all he loved his children and his pets. Surviving are wife, Linda of Flint; children, Anthony Aguilar, Eric Aguilar, Angela Aguilar and Melissa Aguilar all of Flint; grandson, Drake Aguilar of Flint; mother, Gumesinda Urbina-Ortiz of Flint; father, Ruben Sr., of Donna, TX.; siblings, Juan and wife Pauline Gutierrez, Robert and wife Maria Carranza, Daniel and wife Robin Aguilar, Antonia and husband Daniel Marquez; many uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins.
TAFOYA, Mary T. - Age 89, of Flint, died Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10AM Saturday, March 1, 2008 at Our Lady Of Guadalupe, G-2316 W. Coldwater Road, Flint. Fr. Timothy Nelson and Fr. Eduardo Lorenzo con-celebrating. Visitation will be held at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek from 1-9PM Friday and at church Saturday from 9AM until time of service. A vigil service will be held 7PM Friday at the funeral home. Those desiring may make contributions to the American Cancer Society or Our Lady Of Guadalupe. Mary was born October 12, 1918, the daughter of William and Maria (Delgado) Beck in Mexico. She married Joseph Tafoya June 21, 1938 in Flint and he preceded her in death March 17, 1970. She had lived in Flint most of her life. Surviving are: 7 children, Robert Reyna of St. Helen and June Gates, Rose Tafoya of Flint, Olga Kleckner of Flint, Rudy Tafoya of Manistee, Mary Eagleson of Flint, Fred Tafoya of Flint and Rhonda Ureche, David Tafoya and wife Barb of Indian River; 2 daughters-in-law, Suzanne Beauchamp of Swartz Creek, Lorry Tafoya of Grand Blanc; son-in-law, James Kleckner of Swartz Creek; 23 grandchildren; many great- grandchildren and great-great- grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by 2 sons, Lorenzo and Richard Tafoya; mother, Maria Flores; son-in-law, Don Eagleson; granddaughter, Heidi Tafoya; great- grandson, Corey Tafoya. The family wishes to extend a special thanks to her grandson-in-law, Dr. Curtis Yapchai.
MARTINEZ, Pedro III (Petey) - Of Birch Run, age 1, died Tuesday, February 12, 2008 at Hurley Medical Center. The Mass of Christian Burial will take place 1:00pm Saturday, February 16, 2008 at Our Lady of Guadalupe in Flint, Michigan. Rev. Fr. Timothy A. Nelson will officiate with burial to follow in Lullaby Land at Flint Memorial Park. The family will gather at the funeral home for a private prayer service on Saturday morning, and go in procession to the church for service. Those desiring may direct memorial contributions to the family fund. Envelopes are available at the funeral home and church. Pedro was born September 21, 2006 in Grand Blanc, Michigan, the first child of Pedro Martinez Jr. and Angel Marshall. Pedro enjoyed Spiderman, dancing, playing ball, chocolate, talking on the phone, playing with calculators, basketball which he affectionally called bad ball. He was a very busy child, a real tough boy, a true leader with a crooked smile and he loved the "Handy Manny" cartoon show, the movie Happy Feet, hanging out with his little brother and his many sisters. Pedro is survived by his father, Pedro Martinez, Jr. of Flint; mother, Angel Dianne Marshall of Birch Run; five sisters, Alejandra C. Molina, Arianna C. Aguilar, Selena M. Carder, Alexius E. Aguilar and Victoria L. Bond; three brothers, Esai Garcia, Sergio Garcia, and Francisco L. Martinez
LANDAAL, Thomas Green - Of Flint, age 53, went home to our Lord Jesus Christ on Wednesday, December 5, 2007 at his home (aka Woodslea Inn) in the loving arms of his wife and family. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10AM Monday, December 10, 2007 at St. Matthews Catholic Church, 706 Beach Street in Flint, Father Frederick H. Taggert O.S.A. officiating. Cremation will take place following the Mass.
LANE, Patrick Thomas - Of Romulus, formerly of Flint, age 53, died Saturday, June 2, 2007 at Genesys Regional Medical Center. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 12Noon Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 2216 West Coldwater Road, Father Tim Nelson officiating. Cremation will take place following the Mass. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the family. Visitation 10AM Wednesday until the time Mass at the church. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Patrick was born in Flint, Michigan on September 21, 1953. The son of the late Robert and Eleanore (Duffing) Lane. On May 14, 1976 he married Irma "Mimi" Trujillo in Flint, Michigan. Patrick retired from Genesee County Community Mental Health. He enjoyed camping, reading and most of all his family. Surviving are wife, Irma; son, Thomas and wife Harmony; daughter, Jennifer and fiancé Brandon; brothers, Robert and wife Margaret, Peter and wife Margie; sister, Peggy and husband Wayne Coon; many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.
PENA, Dorothy M. - Of Flushing, formerly of Flint, age 96, died Tuesday, May 28, 2007 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral services will be at 11AM Thursday, May 31, 2007 at the Crest wood Cemetery. Fr. Tim Nelson officiating. Burial at Crestwood Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Our Lady Guadalupe Catholic Church Building Fund. Visitation will be from 10AM - 11AM Thursday, May 31, 2007 at the Brown Funeral Home, Grand Blanc Chapel, 1480 E. Hill Rd., Grand Blanc. Dorothy was born March 23, 1911 in Oneida, WI. She was a member of the Eagles Aeries 629 of Flint. She loved flowers and animals especially her dog, Renee. She was a very giving person to her Mexican boys. She is survived by her sister, Alfreda Bishop of St. Charles, MN; brother, Roy Kuehl of Milwaukee, WI; god-daughter, Rita (Rolando) Villarreal of Flushing; granddaughter, Olivia A. Villarreal and grandson, Vincent P, Villarreal; many nieces and nephews, special thanks to care givers, Lillie Miller, Karen Carpenter, Betty Segerstedt and Jean Tedford. Preceded in death by husband Oscar Pena, September 1998.
GATICA, Marlyne N. - Age 67, of Flint, passed away on Thursday, April 12, 2007 at Hurley Medical Center after a long illness. Friends may visit the family from 1 to 8 PM Sunday at Reigle Funeral Home Sunset Chapel. A Rosary will be prayed 7 PM Sunday at the funeral home. Mrs. Gatica will lie in state at church from 10 a.m. Monday until the time of service. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 AM Monday, April 16, 2007 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Fr. Tim Nelson will officiate. Burial will follow at Flint Memorial Park. The family extends a special thank you to the staffs of McLaren, Hurley and Select Care Hospitals and Briarwood Nursing Home, Health Plus and Medicare for their loving care and special attention.
DeLAROSA, Sirildo Ledesma - Of Montrose, age 86, died Monday, March 26, 2007 at his residence. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, March 29, 2007 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Flint, Fr. Tim Nelson and Fr. Eduardo Lorenzo officiating with burial at Flint Memorial Park. Visitation will be held at the O'Guinn Family Funeral Home in Clio on Wednesday from 12-4 and 6-9 p.m. with a Rosary Service at 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the church.
VASQUEZ, Rebeca "Ruby" - Of Flint, passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2007 at her sister Mary Alonzo's home surrounded by her nieces, nephews, friends, and family. Funeral services will be held 10AM on Friday, January 5, 2007 at the Brown Funeral Home, 1616 Davison Rd. with Father Timothy Nelson officiating. Burial will follow at Gracelawn Cemetery. Friends are invited to share with the family at the funeral home from 1-9PM Thursday. A Rosary will be prayed at 7PM Thursday. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the wishes of the family. She is survived by: her 2 sisters, Mary Alonzo of Flint and Rose (Ed) Howser of Lansing; brother, Joe (Chris) Vasquez; also many nieces and nephews She was preceded in death by her parents, Carlos and Maria Vasquez; 2 brothers; daughter; Juanita; 3 nephews, and lifetime companion Roosevelt Hemingway.
BOUDREAU, Margaret D. - Age 59, of Mt. Morris Township, died Saturday, December 2, 2006 at Fostrian Manor in Flushing. Funeral Mass will be held 10:00 am, Thursday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Rev. Fr. Timothy Nelson officiating. Family will receive friends at the Miles Martin Funeral Home in Mt. Morris from 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm on Wednesday. Parish and family will gather at the funeral home Wednesday evening to pray the Rosary at 7:00 pm. On Thursday morning, Margaret will be taken to the church to lie in state from 9:00 am until the time of the Funeral Mass at 10:00 am. Memorial contributions may be considered to the Boudreau Family Fund. Envelopes are available at the funeral home and at the church. Margaret was born August 16, 1947 in Flint, Michigan, the daughter of Paul Hernandez and Della Diaz. Margaret and Donald D. Boudreau were united in marriage on July 9, 1976. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church for forty-four years. She worked for the Beecher School District and was a very loving wife and mother. Left to cherish Margaret's memory are her husband of thirty years, Don; children, Stephen and wife Michelle Boudreau of Flint, MI, Don Boudreau and fianceÃ??? Stephanie of Fort Wayne, IN; three grandchildren, Jordan, Salena, and Antonia; mother, Juanita Hernandez; brothers, Paul, Mark, Michael, Douglas; sisters, Linda, Kathy, Juanita, Patty, Anna; numerous nieces and nephews. Margaret was preceded in death by her mother, Della; father, Paul; brothers, Frank and Mario.
PERSAILS, Diane M. - Of Davison, age 57, died Friday, October 27, 2006 at Brian's House. Funeral services will be held 10AM Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Flint. Fr. Tim Nelson officiating with burial at Woodlawn Cemetery. Friends may call at the O'Guinn Family Funeral Home in Clio on Monday from 5-9PM and Tuesday from 12-9PM with a Rosary Service being held at 7PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Breast Cancer Association. Diane was born February 7, 1949 in Albion, Michigan to Carl and Ruby (Tule) Persails.
CUEVAS, David Rudolpho - Age 56, of Flushing, died Wednesday, April 6, 2005, peacefully with his family. Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, April 11, 2005 at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 2316 W. Coldwater Rd.
GONZALES, Helen - Age 74, of Flint, died Wednesday, March 30, 2005 at Hurley Hospital. A Mass of Christian Resurrection will be celebrated at 10AM Saturday, April 2, 2005 at Our Lady of Guadalupe. Rev. Timothy Nelson and Rev. Eduardo Lorenzo will concelebrate. Cremation will follow.
GARZA, Enrique "Henry" - Of Clio, age 63, died Wednesday, March 16, 2005 at Brian's House in Davison. Funeral mass will be held 11AM Monday, March 21, 2005 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Flint, Fr. Tim Nelson officiating. Burial in Flint Memorial Park.
MORALES, Gilbert J. - Age 48, of Flint, died Thursday, February 17, 2005 at Hurley Medical Center. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 AM on Tuesday, February 22, 2005 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, G-2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Flint, with Rev. Timothy Nelson, Celebrant. Burial will follow at Flint Memorial Park.
TORRES, EliaDora - Of Flint, age 58, died Sunday, January 30, 2005 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral services will be held 10AM Friday, February 4, 2005 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, G-2316 W. Coldwater Rd., Father Timothy A. Nelson officiating. Burial at Flint Memorial Park. Visitation 9AM-9PM Thursday at the Brown Funeral Home, 1616 Davison Rd., where the Rosary will be prayed at 6PM Thursday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Torres Family.
RUBIO, Pauline M. - Age 78, of Flint, died Tuesday, December 14, 2004 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM Friday, December 17, 2004 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Fr. Tim Nelson, celebrant with burial following in Flint Memorial Park.
MOLINA, Geronimo - Of Flint, age 68, died Saturday, December 4, 2004 at his residence. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 11AM, Thursday, December 9, 2004 at Our Lady of Guadalupe, G-2316 West Coldwater Road, Flint. Father Tim Nelson officiating. Burial in Flint Memorial Park.