Lupe Munoz
January 26, 2014
Mr. Lupe Munoz, 94, died Sunday, January 26, 2014.
Lupe was born August 22, 1919 in Valley Junction, Iowa to Doniciano and Maria (Barcena) Munoz. He served his country in the Merchant Marines during WW II. Lupe was a proud participant in the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1933. He retired from the Rock Island Railroad in 1980 and enjoyed traveling and going to the casinos.
Lupe was a wonderful father who loved his family. He was incredibly hard working. Selfless and giving, he would help a friend in need before even being asked.
He is survived by his children: Gary (Deb), Janet Maldonado, and Jon (Elena); grandchildren: Renee, Tony, Michael, Jane, Penny, Jennifer (Austin), and Christina; eight great-grandchildren; four great- great- grandchildren; and siblings: John, Phillip, Joe, Dick, Vigie Rocha, Mary Prichard, and Carmen Luevano.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 71 years, Frances; and his brothers, Manuel, Tomas, Manuel, and Jose.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, January 30, 2014 at Our Lady’s Immaculate Heart Church, 510 East 1st Street, Ankeny, Iowa with visitation for one hour prior to mass, beginning at 9:30 a.m.
Lupe’s family would like to thank Scott and Marilyn Olson, whose wonderful VA Foster Care Home contributed to his fruitful longevity in the year he lived with them. They would also like to thank the New Horizons Adult Day Center in Ankeny, Iowa. Lupe looked forward to going there for the fun filled days of activities directed by a loving staff. And lastly, the Community Care Living Center at the VA in Des Moines and Hospice of Central Iowa whose care and professionalism by the staff was beyond compare.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Marilyn Amadeo
01/30/2014
To the Munoz family: My siblings and I were very sorry to learn of the passing of Lupe. We all have wonderful childhood memories of going with our dad, Frank, to the Rock Island offices. Lupe would always give us a penny, nickel, dime or quarter and sometimes a piece of candy. I remember fondly the kindness of both Lupe and Frances. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Gary Munoz
01/29/2014
Dad,
Janet, Jon and I are all so thankful that you were in our lives for a long time. You taught all of us the lessons in life of always giving the best that you can to others in our lives. We have been so blessed to have your influence in our everyday thoughts. We will miss you so very much. And, we will always remember what a wonderful father that you were to all of us. Thank you so much. We all love you so very much.
Gary
Gary & Deb Munoz
01/29/2014
Dad, Deb and I are so appreciative of having you in our lives. We both know that you are now in the arms of the Lord and that you led a wonderful and generous life. We will miss you so much. And finally, we thank you for all that you gave to us. God Bless You.
Love, Gary & Deb
Lauri Brown
01/29/2014
Gary and Deb, Janet and Jon,
I just want to say how sorry I am for your loss. Your dad sounds like an amazing man, which I'm sure Gary emulated. My family (The Brown Bunch) will keep your family in our prayers. God Bless and Keep You! Lauri Brown (Monterey Consultants, Inc.)
Mike and Joye Gephart
01/29/2014
Gary, Janet and Jon, we know that your Father is at peace with God after such a long and fruitful life. Many memories of a kind, thoughtful and loving Uncle.
Gloria Conrad
01/29/2014
Janet, Phil, and Evelyn - I'm so sorry to hear about the death of your dad and brother. I will keep you and your entire family in my prayers. May GOD bless you and keep you!
Larry and Alice woods
01/28/2014
Gary and Debra,and
Janet we are so sorry to hear about your dad. Their are no words we can say to help your pain. Please know your in our prayers and thoughts. Our deepest Sympathy. Larry and Alice
Jim Manon
01/27/2014
John, sorry to hear about Lupe passing, Praiers go out to you and family from Denise, Patrick and I. Your in our thoughts and Prayers.