Rafael Aguayo

September 15, 1961 - July 26, 2016

Mr. Aguayo was born in Apatingan, Michoacan Mexico on September 15, 1961 to Pedro Virrueta Aguayo and Guadalupe Valencia. He lived his younger age of life in Bell Gardens, CA where he worked at Bell Gardens Manor as a maintenance man and met his wife Ernestine Aguayo who was a caretaker at the manor. They fell in love and had his first born son Rafael Aguayo Jr in December 1984. Had their second son Matthew Aguayo in January 1989 and only daughter Gina Aguayo January 1993. He was a devoted father and hardworking man for his family. He had a passion of caring for others in need. On July 25, 2005 his life changed. He was diagnosed with stage four brain cancer. He began his battle after his first surgery and fought to survive for those he loved and cared. His was in love with his Lord and savior Jesus Christ. He devoted his life on his faith, read his bible, and prayed in the sanctuary of his room every day. He was a proud member of Tubernaculo De Armor (T.D.A) church of pastor Gladys Quiel since late 2005. After 10 1/2 years of surviving cancer-free his second battle for life began as once again the cancer had returned in December 2015. He fought the good fight until the very end and won the battle after 11 years. On July 26, 2016 his Lord called him home to his heavenly eternal life. He was a beloved Husband, Father, Son, Brother, Brother in-law, Uncle, Godfather and Grandfather. He is survived by his devoted wife Ernestine Aguayo, sons Rafael Aguayo Jr, Matthew Aguayo, and his daughter Gina Aguayo. Grandchildren Raquel Aguayo and McKenzie Ritchey. His sisters Irma Aguayo, Maria Maribel Aguayo and Alda Elena Aguayo. His brother Pedro Aguayo and the ones he is now with now, Juan Lopez and Jesus Aguayo. His God daughter Anahi Quiroz and God son Isaac Aguayo and numerous other nieces and nephews. We are welcoming family and friends to celebrate his life and memories. The funeral will be held Thursday August 4th, 2016 from 11:00 am- 1:00pm. Address: 900 Meridian St. Colton CA 92324 Phone 909-824-9110