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Manuel Aguilar Obituary

Manuel (Manny) Aguilar On Saturday May 18, 1991, a star was born. It was on that day that Manuel Aguilar made his brilliant entrance into the world, and into the hearts and lives of his beloved mother, Marina Aguilar, and host of loved ones. Manny was a wonderful child, and it was as early as 1st grade that his compassion for people, his passionate love for sports, and his amazing athletic talents became visible. This continued through-out middle school and into high school. During his tenure at Sunnyside High School, Manny received numerous awards and trophies (to include multiple MVP and "Player of the Week" awards). As a result of his exceptional athletic skills, charming personality, and beautiful spirit, Manny developed many life-long friends. His love for family and friends was evident in every turn of his life, with his brilliant light touching the lives of so many leaving a legacy of commitment for all to feel in his absence. Manny graduated from Sunnyside High School in 2009 and attended Eastern Arizona College for a period of time. Upon his untimely death, he was employed with Freeport Mines in Morenci, Arizona. On Monday June 25, 2012 Manny's light was added to the host of Heaven. You're going to be greatly missed son. Preceded in death by his grandparents, Dolores Vega, Gustavo Perez and George Nunley, he leaves to cherish his memory his loving mother, Marina Aguilar; his father, Manny Nunley (Raven); step-father, Paul Vega; grandparents, Armando and Evelyn Aguilar, Bertha Perez, Cecilia Inigo, Maria Nunley and Steve Vega Sr.; brother, Jesus Vega; sisters, Jensina and Dominica Nunley; godparents, Karina Echanove and Raul Vega; girl-friend, Christina Fernandez, and host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends too many to name. Memorial Service Monday, July 2, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. Victory Worship Center, 2561 West Ruthrauff Road. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL CHAPEL, Dodge Chapel.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Jul. 1, 2012.

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March 20, 2013

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Daniels Family

July 10, 2012

Manny's Family,
Our hearts go out to you on your loss. May memories of Manny and strength from the God of all comfort help you through this difficult time.

Lynn Dana

July 9, 2012

Manny, you were a beautiful angel here on earth and you will be ever more beautiul in heaven. We all miss you so much. Lynn

July 8, 2012

God Bless the Aguilar family. Manny was an exceptional boy here on earth and now Heaven has got another true ALL-STAR. Sam Duarte and Family

July 6, 2012

Dear Paul,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. I am keeping you, your wife and family in my prayers. God bless you always!
Sincerely,
Tanisha Price-Johnson

luciana garcia

July 6, 2012

Marina,Paul and Family,
This is first and foremost heartbreaking when I heard what happened I just couldnt get you out of my mind and I prayed for you that God was with you right there and now to hold you and give you strength, I have so many Pictures from when Manual and Tonio went to Headstart together and watched him through out the years grow into the wonderful handsome young man he had become.. Im sad He was chosen so soon in life and I just want to ask God why so many times and have unanswered questions but in the end of it all I know God has a plan for US All. I love you so much weve known eachother and our kids for so long now and He will definitely be missed so much. Marina just know that you are in my heart and my prayers and that theres not one day that goes by that i feel your pain, I also pray that God gives you peace and gives you strength and Helps you through this all. God Bless You and the Family, sending all Our Love and Hugs Lucy Garcia..Tonio Alvarez, Arriana Alvarez

Annie, Arnie, Alex, Aryana, Adrian Federico, Rodriguez and Soto

July 5, 2012

Marina, Paul, Jesus, Aguilar, Vega and Nunley family. Our deepest sympathy with all of you. May GOD keep you strong and each other to rely on to keep strong together.

July 5, 2012

Here at G&O we've had the privilege to work with three of the Aguilar sisters and have seen Manuel grow up throughout the years. He was a beautiful person inside and out. Our prayers go out to you girls and sincerest sympathy to all of your family.

G&O staff

Ruth Furfaro

July 4, 2012

Dear Marina and Family: I didn't know your son but my daughter Anne Marie works with you. She told me many wonderful things about Manny and how special he was. May God give you the strength you need at this time. We believe that this life is a stepping stone into the next one, and that we will be together again with those we love.
May your love of your son and the love and comfort of others and of God help bring you some peace.

Stella Avery

July 3, 2012

Manny I can not express how much I miss you! The Lord knew he wanted you on this earth for just enough time to touch many hearts. Your smile, hugs, and laughter will surely be missed but your spirit lives on through the rest of us. Take care of my Angel. See you later love <3

Jennifer, Zac & Shelbi

July 3, 2012

Sending deepest sympathy and heartfelt thoughts.

John Trujillo

July 2, 2012

Paul and Marina
I'm so so sorry for your loss i didnt want to believe it. It had to be a mistake. I had the privlage and honor to coach him in baseball. He will be missed

July 2, 2012

It breaks my heart that it takes something like losing someone to remind you of all the wonderful times we had with one another. Manny, you really were one of the different ones. I will never forget the amazing moments we shared with one another. You will be forever missed and most importantly loved. I'll be seeing you on the other side, sooner than later. Till then.... I send all my love.

Jenny Acuna

July 2, 2012

To Manuel's family,

I went to middle school with Manny and some of high school. The time that I got to know him, he was a sweet heart and my cousin had the biggest crush on him, I rememeber all of the girls sayin he was "Finnneee" and he was, but he was more than that. He was a good friend and a big hearted person, really down to earth. I know that nothing I say can take this horrible pain away but just know that everyone loved him. He was an exceptional person that wont ever be forgotten.. My prayers go out to you, his family, but also all of his friends.

With love,
Jenny Acuna

Ernie Montana

July 2, 2012

Marina,

Our deepest condolences and prayers of support from our family to yours. God Bless Manny and the entire family during this hard time. He is a very special young man and it was a pleasure to know him. Words cannot express our sadness.

The Montana Family
Ernie, Kelley, & Daniel

Michael Parker

July 2, 2012

Our many Condolences for your family and friends. From all of the staff at the Windmill Suites.

Gilber & Maria Sanchez

July 2, 2012

Marina & Evelyn, Our heartfelt prayers & condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Your son is celebrating his rebrith and rejoicing his everlasting life with our savior, Jesus and Lord God, in ever loving peace and Love. He is Home! We await for the day when we too will be reborn and rejoice in his presence!

Daniel Duarte

July 2, 2012

Our deepest condolences to you and your family. May God be with you today and always.
Daniel,Tere,Danitza,Daniel,Dmitria and Dante Duarte

A. Shazier

July 2, 2012

Marina and family,

Words cannot express the sorrow we feel for the loss of Manny nor can we say the right words to comfort you. We must continue to seek God and he will provide you with comfort, strength and courage during this difficult time. As my son Perry reflected on his memories of Manny, either going to football camps together or giving each other a “brotherly” hug every day at school, he said he never realized how much time they had spent together and laughed as he remember they would tell everyone they were brothers. I'm guessing it was because they had the same curly hair. He said he will never forget his first game his Jr. year, he was tackled out of bounds and as he got up the first person he saw was Manny running to him with a huge smile. He gave him a hug saying “Good job bro”! I think Manny was more proud of him on that play than we were. These are the types of memories and stories that I hope bring a smile to your face and joy to your heart knowing how great of a person Manny was. You raised an angel!!

We pray that God brings you peace.

All our love,

The Shazier & Ahumada Families
Perry II, Annalisa, Perry III, Jade & Jennie

Sandra, Daniel and Saby Romero

July 2, 2012

Marina, Vega and Nunley families, you have our deepest condolences. May God bless and and give you strength in this difficult time. RIP Manny

Aurora & Donnie Curtis

July 2, 2012

Marina, Evelyne, Bertha and Family, Unfortunaltley I never met your son, as I read I see I missed out on an awesome child. Our Boys are a reflection of us and and you are shining. May God Bless you and your family, our prayers are with you.

The Riesgo Family

July 2, 2012

Marina, My prayers are with you and your family in this terrible time. Manuel was so loved by all & will be greatly missed. Our Condolences to you & your family.

Martha Escarcega

July 2, 2012

Marina, Paul & Families
Deeply sadden by the loss of your precious Son.
My most heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
You are in my constant thoughts and prayers.
May God give you the strength to get through this difficult time.

Steve Larson

July 2, 2012

Marina and Paul,
I just want to let you know that you had an amazing son and it was an honor to be one of his baseball coaches. He was such a gentlemen and a great young man, teammate and athlete. Manuel will be greatly missed.

Steve, Kyle, Lynn and Don, Phyllis Larson

Nora Gonzalez

July 2, 2012

My deepest condolences to your family. Manny was an amazing young man that inspired and touched the life of my two boys. RIP Manny.

July 2, 2012

Marina, Paul we are so sorry for your loss may God Bless you and your family. Jimmy and Ryan Rosthenhausler

July 2, 2012

To the Aguilar family - I never met you but my son played football with Manny at Sunnyside - my heart breaks for your loss. May you find comfort in your wonderful memories of your cherished son. God Bless you, Erlinda Espinoza and Frank Caudillo and family.

BARBARA BUSTAMANTE

July 2, 2012

MARINA PAUL AND JESUS AND ALL YOUR FAMILY MAY GOD BLEES YOU AND HOPE YOU FIND PEACE WITH ALL FOR YOU MANNY WILL BE BLESS BY THE ANGELS IN HEAVEN AND WILL NOT SUFFER NO MORE HE WILL BE YOUR ANGEL IN HEAVEN AND WHEN YOU NEED TO TALK MANNY WILL RIGHT BE YOUR SIDE LISTEN AND HELPING YOUR HEART LOVE IS STRONG AND ONLY GOD KNOW WHY MAY YOU AND PAUL CHERISH WHAT YOU HAD TOGETHER FOR THAT WILL ONLY HELP YOU TOO MEND TOGETHER LOTS OF PEOPLE LOVED HIM GOD BLESS YOU AND PAUL AND YOUR FAMILY YOUR ANGEL LOOKS OVER YOU EVERY DAY EVERY MINUTE AND WILL KEEP YOU SAFE LOVE YOU MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS THOUGHT THESE HARD DAYS BARBARA

Alma Ponce

July 2, 2012

Marina, their is no words that I can say that will give you peace. Only time will help you heal. I am so sorry for your loss. You must now take each memory you have of your son and close your eyes and he will be there. God will give you the strength you need. May he rest in peace.

July 2, 2012

thoughts and prayers to Mr. and Mrs Aguilar and all family and friends, what a tragedy my heart feels of sorrow as the passing of such a wonderful young man, i didnt know him personally but my sons played football with him on occasion, (off season) they say he was a very good player and are saddened by his death..may you rest in peace young one,and may god comfort your family and friends as they try cope...

Ashley Aparicio

July 1, 2012

To the Aguilar Family, Manny was such an amazing person. Very nice, caring, and respectful and had a big heart. Im very blessed to have had him in my life he was such a great friend very silly i loved him very much and forever and always will. Manny you will always be in my thoughts and prayers.

chico gallegos

July 1, 2012

I remember when I told him when I was on a water bucket and he was on the haul truck I was going 2 open the dump valve and he said well u better hold on because I am going 2 slide right into you

Brandi Jones

July 1, 2012

Me & Manny were both attending & we shared mutual friends & I got the oppurtunity to meet Manny. Then I also worked with him at FMI. He was such a handsome, crazy-cool, sweet guy! His smile was contagious. You will be missed dearly, Manny! Rest in PARADISE May God bless the Aguilar family.

Laura Gastelum

July 1, 2012

Manny,
You were an awesome young man, I am so happy that I got to see you, talk with you and help you out when you came back home to Tucson! I never thought it would be the last time I would see you! I know you made your mommy proud! You will be missed RIP Manny!

Marina,
I know that no words will comfort you in a time like this and your heart is broken in a millions pieces I am so very very sorry for your huge loss! May god wrap his arms around you in this most difficult time! My heart go's out to you and your family!

July 1, 2012

Manny, You will always be Rocky's little brother. Take care of each other in heaven.
With Love,
Donna and Raul Samorano

Denise Montanez

July 1, 2012

Manuel was a good friend to my children and such a lovable guy whenever he was around. His beautiful smile always lit up the room. My deepest condolences to his family.

J. Acevedo

July 1, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with the Aguilar & Nunley families. Remain faithful that his last breath on earth was his first breath in Heaven. God must've needed him to come home. My deepest condolences to each one of you, esp his parents,siblings,tias,tios and cousins.

Julian Peru

July 1, 2012

Rest in Peace Manny.

Shelby Salaz

July 1, 2012

Marina I just want to let you know that you had an amazing son and he loved you soo much. He was such a gentlemen ill never forget how he would open the car door for me. We shared so many special memories together that I will never forget. I remember when he had a graduation party I brought him balloons and he was soo happy he had such a big heart and I was truely blessed to have had him in my life he was a great friend and I loved him soo much and always will.

Elisa Corrales

July 1, 2012

To The Augilar Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. The words we say will never fill the void but know the love your son had and has for you will ALWAYS be there.. Manny is part of your soul , part of your heart beat, and lives on in beautiful memories... God Bless your family.. Elisa and Albert Corrales

Valerie Arrellin

July 1, 2012

Manny you will always be in my thoughts and prayers I'm gonna miss you and your happy personality....may you rest in peace Forever...you were so awesome!

Aurelia Maldonado & family

July 1, 2012

When Manny attended EAC he became friends with my daughter Angel. He and Rocky were neighbors with my son Frank. Both of my kids thought very highly of him. As part of Manny's training at FMI was to ride around with Safety for a few days, my husband had the pleasure of having Manny ride with him. My husband knew Manny was a hard worker and an asset to FMI. My family sends our most heart felt condolences to you and your entire family. May God bless you all. RIP Manny, you will be missed.

Valerie Sorilla

July 1, 2012

We will miss u very much!! Your smile, your curly hair and most of all the laughs!!! My heart broke when we heard the sad news. Till this day I'm in disbelieve of the tragedy! Never goodbye only I will see u later!!!!

Angie Aguirre

July 1, 2012

Marina,Manuel was an angel sent to you from god and although it was for a short period of time he made a huge impact on everyone he encountered. We were blessed to have him. My prayers are with you and your family in this time of need. David and Angie Aguirre

July 1, 2012

Manny you will be greatly missed. Our deepest condolences to your family. We will ALWAYS remember you and will keep your memories within our Sunnyside family.


love you always,
Oscar and Erika Grijalva and family

Lynn Dana

July 1, 2012

Manny was the most beautiful young man that god ever put on this planet. His spirt will live on through the rest of eternity. My heart felt condolences to his friends and family. Always Lynn Dana

Mike Burkerr

July 1, 2012

I only knew Manny for a few weeks through Morenci Football. His smile will be remebered and the way he worked with the kids showed what kind of man he really is. My prayers go out to his family.

Tina Soto

July 1, 2012

I was deeply saddend to hear the news of Manuel's passing. I remember all the fun times they had when he would play baseball with my son (Jayvon) and all the trips they took with All-Stars. Manuel always had a smile on his face and a hug for everyone. I remember him and my son saying that they were proud to be "Mamma's Boys". Whenever I would see him and ask him how his mom was doing he would smile and say "She's great! Know why?...cuz she has me!"

Marina,my most heartfelt condolences go out to you and the rest of your family. You raised and AWESOME YOUNG MAN! My family was truly blessed to have known him. I hope that the beautiful memories of Manuel and knowing that he truly touched so many peoples lives, help you get thru this extremely tough time! May gods perpetual light shine upon him. God Bless you!

Sincerely
Tina Soto
(Jayvon's Mom)

Hicks Sharon

July 1, 2012

Marina, My prayers are with you my dear. I ask God to please keep you close in his arms during this terrible time. God bless you and your amazing wonderful family.

Love Ya!
Sharon Hicks

Crystal Ortega

July 1, 2012

I knew Manny from work he was friendly and quite the charmer. My thoughts and prayers go out to friends and family

Monica Salazar-Radford

July 1, 2012

Marina, Paul & Family I'm truly sorry for your loss. May God give you the strength to get through this difficult time. May Manny's memories live on with you all.
Love Your Friend,
Monica Salazar-Radford

GRACIE ROMERO

July 1, 2012

Our most heartfelt condolences.. May God lead you all through this hard/sad time and the great memories ease your hearts..RIP DEAR MANNY..

LOVE AND RESPECTS,
from the; THE GRACIE ROMERO AND FAMILY ROMERO!!!

Arianna Solis

July 1, 2012

Ill always remember you and our crazy adventures Manny.
You will be greatly missed.


Ill be seeing you friend...

July 1, 2012

Our most heartfelt condolences Marina, Evelyn, Paul, Jesus, and family. May God guide you all through this difficult time and the memories ease your hearts. Rest in peace dear Manuel.

With love,
Robertino and Tina Perez

July 1, 2012

Condolences to your family, the Vega family have been good friends to my family and your in our prayers.
With Heavy Hearts,
Charles Romero and family

Lisa Cadena

July 1, 2012

You will forever live in our family Manny, your words from the heart that you incripted in ours will be cherished and never forgotten, Marina you raised a GREAT man now to be our GUARDIAN ANGEL form my family we love and will miss him...
His "AUNTIE" thats what he would call me. May God Bless you and your family.
From Lisa Cadena and family, Trejo, Reyna, families.

Yvonne Rodriguez

July 1, 2012

Marina, Paul & Family,
You are all in our constant thoughts and prayers. We know Manuel was a blessing and touched so many lives. Please know that you're faith, family and friends will help you through this dark time. Manuel will be missed but his spirit will continue to live on.

Your Friends,
Yvonne & Mark Rodriguez

Eileen Alarcon

July 1, 2012

Marina, Paul and Family,
We are deeply saddened by the loss of your precious Manuel. Your Son's memory will now live on through every life he touched. Take comfort in the exceptional life he lived. May God hold you all in his arms and give you strength and peace always.
Love your friends,
Eileen, John and Diego Alarcon

Eva Moreno

July 1, 2012

You will be greatly missed baby boy!

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