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Jose Fernando Acuna OCEANSIDE -- Jose Fernando Acuna went to the Lord on Sunday, August 19, 2012. Jose was preceded in death by his baby sister, Agnes Ramona; by his paternal grandparents, Jose Zacharias and Rafael G. Acuna; and by his maternal grandparents, Doroteo and Prisciliana R. Sisneros. His wife, Monica, survives him, as do his daughters, Kayla Marie Acuna, Erica Torres, and son, Jaime Torres. He is survived by his parents, Fernando and Ida Acuna; by his sisters, Debra E., Denise Acuna, Tina Ortiz, Diane Pulealii, by his nieces and nephews who all live in Oceanside. Jose graduated from Oceanside High School in 1980, from Phoenix Institute of Technology in 1980, and from Universal School of Technology in 1981. He began his career in diesel technology with Oceanside Disposal and ended with North County Transit on June 30, 2011. Growing up, he had his first job as a paperboy for the Blade Tribune, was a Boy Scout; an Altar Boy at the Old Mission, a volunteer for Mission Fiestas doing lighting on the stage, and a dancer with a El Club del Valle Folkloric Group. He was a member of the American G I Forum Youth Group, and in High School, he ran Cross Country and Pole Vaulted. Jose was a life long member of Mission San Luis Parish, a 3rd Degree Knight of Columbus, Council 3162, and a Sir Noble in the International Order of Alhambra. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made in his name to either of these three Organizations: Mission San Luis Rey Retrofit Program 4050 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92057. Knights of Columbus, Council 3162 Scholarship Fund 4070 Mission Avenue. Oceanside, CA 92057. International Order of Alhambra Charity Fund 4200 Leeds Avenue Baltimore, MD 21229. Final arrangements are: Friday, August 31, 2012: ROSARY will be recited at 9:30 a.m., with MASS OF THE RESURRECTION at 10 a.m., both at Mission San Luis Rey Parish Chapel, 4070 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92057. INURNMENT will immediately follow the Mass at: Old Mission Cemetery, 4050 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA. 92057. The family thanks you for your love and support during this heart wrenching time of our lives. May God give you Peace. Sign the Guest Book online obits.nctimes.com

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Published by North County Times from Aug. 29 to Aug. 30, 2012.

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Maggie Witt

August 23, 2021

Jose, you left this world to soon, but I guess God had different plans for you. Miss you and your smile. Till we meet again in Heaven, give my dad and 2 sisters a hug from me.

Maggie Witt

August 23, 2020

Jose, still miss your smile, friendship, and your big heart. Loved our days dancing together, and traveling around having fun. Say hello to my sisters, and my dad who you two were best friends. Love and miss you. Maggie Marez Witt ❤❤❤

September 26, 2012

JOSE MY HEART FEEL EMPTY NOW WITHOUT YOU HERE. I WISH COULD SEE YOUR SMILE. I KNOW THAT YOU AT BETTER PLACE NOW. PLEASE WATCH OVER MOM & DAD, LOLLIE, DEBRA, DIANA , TINA ELYSBETH, PRISSY,JUSTINE/LILY/ISSAC/ME TIMO/KAYLA TOO. IF I FEEL LIKE CRY I KNOW YOU WOULD PUT YOUR HANDS AROUND ME. THANKS FOR EVEYTHING YOU DID FOR ME YOU BEST BROTHER IN WORLD. I MISS ALOT... YOUR SISTER
DENISE A. ACUNA

September 26, 2012

JOSE, AS THE DAY GO BY I FEEL EMPTY AT TIME IN MY HEART. YOU WERE THE BEST & NUMBER ONE IN THE WORLD. I KNOW YOU WATCH OVER MOM & DAD,KAYLA DEBRA, DIANA, TINA, PRISSY , ELYSABETH, ISSAC,TIMO JUSTINE,LILIA,ME FROM BEYOND SKY.JOSE YOU ARE IN AT BETTER PLACE, I KNOW YOU AROUND ME IF I NEEDED IF I FEEL LIKE CRYING I KNOW YOU WILL PUT YOUR HANDS AROUND ME THANKS AGAIN FOR BEEN THE BEST BROTHER SAID HI TO MY SISTER AGNES LOVE YOUR SISTER DENISE A. ACUNA

Debra Acuna

September 23, 2012

I miss you every day. You were a wonderful brother and a wonderful husband as well as a wonderful father who will be missed every day. I wish I can hear your voice one more time. Look down on us until we meet again. Love your sister. Debra

Ida & Fernando Acuña

September 21, 2012

May God give you eternal rest and peace. You were truly a Blessing from God. You brought us great joy and some tribulation, but We loved you
unconditionally. We know that you are in a better place and looking after kayla from beyond. This last few months, you proved to be an exceptional son. Thank You.

Mom and Dad

Robert Dominguez

September 6, 2012

Jose:
Hey brother I will miss you! Wanderers forever

Barbara Donner

September 5, 2012

Being best friends with Jose's sister, having a crush on Jose, and being the Acuna's "unofficially adopted daughter", living across the street from the Acuna family I will always cherish the childhood memories I have of Jose. Such a tragedy, my heart goes to all the family.

Iva Sooto Most

September 5, 2012

I am sadden by this news of your passing. You were a great friend and a great person. Thank you for everything that you have done for our family. God bless you and may you rest in peace.

MINNIE RODRIGUEZ

September 5, 2012

Debra and Acuna Family I was so saddened when I was informed of the loss of your brother it was unbelievable I had just tooken pictures for the Holy Communion of my grandchild and his daughter. May the perpetual light shine upon him and May the good Lord give the family the strength to continue on. Jose had a big heart and I'm sure he was never a stranger to anyone his smile just gave you that perk that made your day!!!love you all and May God Bles you always

Justin Murray

September 4, 2012

I've only spoken to you a couple times but great laughs and good memories will be all I remember God Bless you...

Suzanne Cooper

September 4, 2012

Denise... I am so very sorry for the loss of your brother. You are such a strong woman... continuing to carry on and care for all the kids at Foussat. You are an inspiration of strength. God bless you and your family.

Nicholas Rodriguez

September 4, 2012

To mí Tío Lico y mi Tía Ida. I'm very sorry I couldn't be there with you through this trying time. I am so very sorry for your loss. Jose was someone I looked up to like another tío...an elder that led me to become the person I am today.The lessons he taught me are on the level with the ones I've learned from you both and my own father. Jose was a great man in his life and in his words...and I have you to thank for that. I love you and miss you both.

Nicholas Rodriguez

Rosie Lucas

September 4, 2012

Tio and Tia and family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you in this difficult time. Jose was always kind and friendly to everyone. My boys and I were saddened to hear of his loss. Thankful we were able to spend an evening with you and Jose. He will be missed but never forgotten for his sweet spirit. Love you all, Rosie and family.

Janice Davies

September 4, 2012

Jose was a gentle and loving man, never had a bad thing to say about anyone, his memory will be with us, and that infectious smile will be missed. RIP , Jose, te amo mi amigo .

Roberta Salmon Ahdunko

September 3, 2012

To my oldest and dearest friend, 45 years we have been friends and I have cherished every moment of it. I will miss and think of you everyday. I know in my heart that you are with God. Until we meet again, I Love You.

Ron Ward

September 2, 2012

Dear Fernando and Ida and family:
So sorry to read about Jose in the paper. My prayers are with you. Jose, rest in piece.

September 1, 2012

rest in peace Jose... you are with God now...I pray for you and your family...Sara Dupuy

William Troumbley

August 31, 2012

Jose was a great friend . We grew up across the street from each other. I will cherish the memories of growing up with him. Rest in peace my brother...

Joe Magana

August 31, 2012

I am so sorry to hear about Jose, I have many childhood memories and he will be missed. My deepest thoughts and prayers are with your family.

betty schmidt

August 31, 2012

my thoughts, love, and prayers for all of you at this difficult time. God bless and keep you!

betty schmidt

August 31, 2012

my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time and always. God bless everyone!

Diane Valverde

August 31, 2012

To the Acuna family---Sorry to hear of your loss. May your faith and all the good memories help you through this difficult time.

Selene Martinez

August 31, 2012

To the Acuna Family, sorry for your loss, Jose was always a sweet kind person, who always treated you with respect. Jose will always be remembered as one of the good ones.

Colette Steele Marie Pancotti

August 31, 2012

To the Acuna Family...Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you as you grieve the loss of Jose. May you find peace in the sweet memories of Jose that you will always cherish.

Susan Gee

August 31, 2012

My memories of Jose will forever live in my heart. His smile could melt away any negative you were feeling as soon as he came into the room. It's been since high school since I seen him but the memories are as fresh as yesterday. You will forever be remembered as awesome. My prayers to the entire Acuna family.

Rich Miro

August 31, 2012

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Edgar & Dori Harris

August 31, 2012

To Acuna Family, with our deepest symphaty and love. Jose will always be in our thoughts and prayers. We have known Jose since July of 1990 when we moved in on Tropicana Dr. He introduced himself to our family with a pair of jumper cables and a smile. We'll not forget that smile. He was a very dear friend to us. Jose took care of our children whenever they needed help. He was always there for us.

Shannon Reed

August 30, 2012

I met Jose as we volunteered side by side for our daughters and I send prayers now that Kayla cherishes those memories of her father. He was a great man.

Heather Roberts

August 30, 2012

Jose was an amazing friend and person, my heart and prayers to the Acuna family....
RIP Jose

Amber Sinclair

August 30, 2012

You were such an amazing person. I remember talking to you when I was a kid and how much you cared for me and worried about me. You will be missed

August 30, 2012

On behalf of my brothers and sisters, our condolences. God bless you all.

Suzanna (Adame) Valdez

Elsie Cisneros

August 30, 2012

I know the angels are rejoicing and heaven is celebrating as our Heavenly father embraces you and your beautiful smile.

Elsie Cisneros

August 30, 2012

To Jose's wife & children, parents, & siblings.....my heartfelt prayers and condolences go out to each and everyone of you at this very sad time. I always loved and admired how Jose was always so helpful, as well as being very respectful to others. I will miss his smile as he'd wave each time I'd drive by his house. RIP Jose, our LOSS is heaven's GAIN!

Maggie Witt

August 30, 2012

To the Acuna Family, prayers for your loss of a great son, brother, husband, uncle, cousin and friend. He was a hardworder, provider, and wonderful volunteer, so giving of his time in his charity work. Jose was part of our family too, my father loved him like a son, and enjoyed his visits. He was always coming over and helping my dad out with his car and talking with him. I personally will never forget our "dancing days", a friend who always made me laugh. I can picture you up in Heaven with my dad, Frank Marez, looking down at us. I know you are with our Lord now. Until we meet again dear Jose. Love The Witt & Marez Families.

linda ugarte

August 30, 2012

My most heart felt condolences to the Acuna family. Jose is in my prayers as is the whole family. God bless you all.

Mary Glennon

August 30, 2012

Tina and the Acuna Family, I was so sorry to here about Jose. He was a really great guy. I have such good memories of all of you from St Mary's and more. You all share a special quality that stays with people their whole life and the Acuna smile has always been infectious. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time and always. Love Mary

Juanita Wins

August 30, 2012

My prayers are the Acuna, R.I.P Jose

Jeana Cortinas-Davis and Family

August 30, 2012

God Bless the entire Acuna family may God be with you at this time of sorrow and guild you to the next level. I can honestly say, Jose you were one of the nicest guys in school. Always smiling and happy as I remmeber you. I'm glad I got to see you last month as you danced and smiled and laughed. Go in peace my friend until we meet again.

Michelle Richter

August 30, 2012

From our family to the Acuna Family; Our deepest condolences for your loss. I pray your hearts will soon heal.
Bless you all
The Richter Family

Daniel Garza

August 30, 2012

Tina and Family,

Jose was a great friend I had known for many years, St. Mary's, altar boys, and OHS. He will be missed by all. Our prayers are with you.

George Figueroa

August 30, 2012

First of all my deepest condolences to the Acuna Family, to his dad and mom you raised a great son, who became a great man. Always helping every and anyone he could (most of the times with a smile on his face). To his sister's, like all brother's we're all pains in the butt no matter how old we get, just remember Jose loved you all very much. I myself am going to miss Jose, just because he was one of the few I could call my friend, my brother. Until we meet again Jose, R.I.P.

Wendy (Curtis) Sullivan

August 29, 2012

His smile would light up any room....may the wonderful memories he gave you help ease your pain.

George,Jean Flores

August 29, 2012

To Joses' Wife,children, and Family, Jose will be missed but never forgotten. May God grant you all peace at this time.

Maggie Rios-Mitchell

August 29, 2012

I Am Going 2 Miss YOU So Much Bro I Love YOU With All My Heart & Soul Our Condolences 2 The Entire Acuna Family On Behalf Of THE CERDA FAMILY & My Immediate Family As Well REST IN PARADISE JOSE ~Maggie Rios-Mitchell~ <3

Michael and Jo Marie Cerda

August 29, 2012

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Rose & Maggie Hernandez

August 29, 2012

You will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to the family.

August 29, 2012

My cousin was a great man, I will miss him. He was always full of laughs. May the Lord be with the whole family during this time of sorrow.
We Love you all, The Kidd Family, Lorelei, Andrea, and Daniel

William Villamar

August 29, 2012

Tina & Family- May God warm your hearts with the wonderful memories of Jose forever lasting. Please pass on my deepest condolences to you & your entire family.

Jim morris

August 29, 2012

You will be missed old friend. May God bless you and your family.

Evelyn Fournier

August 29, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

John Campbell

August 29, 2012

So Sorry For your loss, Jose will be missed.

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