Juan Aranda Jr. "The General" passed away on June 20, 2014 in his home at the age of 90 years old. Juan was a passionate man who served his country in the US Dept. of the Army as a SP 5 Technician in 1942. After serving his country Juan came home, met and married his wife in 1953, where he began his journey as a loving husband and father. He loved to work and had a work ethic like no other and took pride in all in his accomplishments. He will always be remembered for his love of the Labor Movement and his dedication to the worker, in addition his dedication to the Democratic Party and the United Way of El Paso. Juan was a wise, loving, passionate, dedicated, and charismatic individual, who always taught his family those same values. He is preceded in death by his wife of 34 years, Teresa B. Aranda and is survived by his children: Norma H Saenz, Patricia Duran, and John David Aranda. He had three grandchildren: John Daniel Duran, Cassandra Elizabeth Aranda and Stephanie Taboada who gave him 6 great grandchildren. Memorial visitation will be from 5pm to 9 pm, Wednesday, June 25th at Hillcrest Funeral Home-Carolina. Funeral Mass will be at 9 am, Thursday, June 26, at San Antonio de Padua Catholic Church. The Interment will follow at 10:30am at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.
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Mr.Aranda
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the U.S. Army during WW II and also for being a member of the Greatest Generation. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Mike Casey
August 8, 2014
I was visiting El Paso and saw an article on your father. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I looked for him for many years, when I would visit El Paso. Your parents are my Godparents. They Baptized me in 1951 and I was the "Flower Girl" in their wedding. My parents, Mary and Craig Reade, moved me to California when I was a year old. Over the years they lost track of your parents. I am saddened that I never got to know them. I am proud of all the accomplishments of my Nino. I hope you will try to contact me. God bless you and help you with your grief. Affectionately, Joyce Ann Reade McKone
Joyce Reade McKone
July 9, 2014
David, my deepest condolences. Though I never knew your father, I can confidently say that your fathers spirit and what he stood for will live on through the struggles of the people and those of us that he was able to touch.
Gabriel Holguin
July 2, 2014
Mason, my condolences to your sisters and you for your loss. God bless.
Charlie Mendoza
July 2, 2014
Pat, our sincere condolence to you and your family in the passing of your dad. You were a wonderful daughter and I know how much your dad meant to you. Wishes for peace to you and your family. Felix and Cathy Benavidez
Cathy Benavidez
June 30, 2014
I knew you for many years and treasured our friendship. Condolences to the family. May you rest in peace. Rosa Muñiz.
Rosa Muñiz
June 26, 2014
My condolences to the family. A loved one loss can grieve the heart, therefore treasure the special times spent with Juan-draw strength from the love of family and friends-and may God loving-kindness comfort you through this difficult time.
~Psalm 119:50,76
June 26, 2014
He was a man, I admired. I loved his energy and will to fight for a better USA political system.
I am grateful for the chance you gave me to be a better person.
Rest In Peace and Enjoy being with your wife once again. May you and Tere enjoy the heavens. you two sure deserve it!
Edgar Saenz
June 25, 2014
Rest in Peace my friend
Antonio "Bigotes" Martinez
June 25, 2014
Rest In Peace my friend
Antonio " Bigotes" Martinez
June 25, 2014
The neighbor to my grandmother Aurora Diaz and aunt Bertha and the nicest man to all the grand kids. May you rest in peace. Condolences to your entire family.
Cyndi Diaz-Castro
June 24, 2014
Pat
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers
Vange Ramirez
June 24, 2014
RIP Juan Aranda, He was my grandparents next door neighbor and friend. On behalf of all the Diaz Family our condolences.
June 24, 2014
You will always hold a special place in our hearts. You will be missed dearly.
Olga Sanchez
June 24, 2014
Juan, THANK YOU, for devoting many years of your life to serve your members, their families and our community.
Through your love and dedication you promoted the SPIRIT OF EL PASO'S LABOR MOVEMENT and will forever be remembered within our hearts.
Martha Sanchez & All your Teamster Union Brothers & Sisters
June 24, 2014
I haven't seen you in years Mr. Aranda but I was sad to hear of your passing. You were very nice to me as a kid and I will never forget that. You will be missed.
Billy Najera
June 24, 2014
Thank you Juan for your leadership and efforts for the steel workers and organized labor. You lead the labor movement for many years here in El Paso and I am honored to have known you. Rest in peace. My sincere condolences to your family. Norma Chavez
Norma Chavez
June 24, 2014
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