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Santiago Aguilar Obituary
The world has suffered a tremendous loss. Santiago G. Aguilar passed away on July 15, 2015. He was born October 10, 1948 to Virginia and Valentin Aguilar in San Antonio, Texas. Jim, as his friends called him, is preceded in death his wife of 38 years Grace Moore Aguilar, his parents, and his beloved brother in law, Jimmy Rodriguez. He was a proud graduate of Holy Cross High School, Class of '67, where he remained very active. He was the first in his family to graduate from college earning a Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Arts from Our Lady of the Lake University. Jimmie had a long career with the Texas Workforce Commission where he retired after many years of service and returned to finish his tenure as a Tax Auditor 2010. During his career he also served on and was president of many boards and was active in his community. Jimmie had a thirst for life that could not be quenched. In his retirement he enjoyed traveling to Europe, Spain, Brazil, and Mexico with his close companion, Irene L. Chavez, and other state side trips with friends. Jimmie was a devoted Father who had a beautiful relationship with his only daughter, who he also called his "Favorite", Maricela. They would spend time talking about everything under the sun, and would leave no subject unturned. The adoration and love between the two of them was undeniable. Jimmie never met a stranger and was a true friend to all who knew him. He was generous, kind, loyal and always willing to help, love and support all of his friends and family. You never saw Jimmie without a smile and warmth that radiated. He left a lasting impression and legacy of love on all that crossed his path. In his last years Jim was blessed to spend time with his son in law, Matt and granddaughter Maya Grace who he loved more than life. Jim is survived by his daughter Maricela Moore Aguilar, Granddaughter Maya Grace Aguilar Aguirre, Son in law Matt Aguirre, his eldest sister Carlota Rodriguez, his brother Valentin G. Aguilar Jr, Olga Aguilar (sister in law), Sister, Virginia Zepeda & Arthur Zepeda (brother in law), many nieces, nephews and cousins, His Holy Cross band of brothers and legions of close friends. Jimmie touched all who knew him. The light he brought to the world will never go out and will continue to burn brightly in all who knew him.
FUNERAL SERVICES
Visitation will begin on Friday, July 17, at 5:00 P.M. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 P.M. at the Angelus Chapel. Funeral Mass will be offered on Saturday, July 18, at 10:00 A.M. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church - El Carmen. Interment will follow in El Carmen Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the Aguilar-Aguirre family at www.theangelusfuneralhome.com Arrangements by:
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Memories and Condolences
for Santiago Aguilar
August 16, 2015
Daddy, I love you and miss you more with every day that goes by. I know that you will forever be with me. Thank you Daddy, for the beautiful outlook on life that you taught me to have. Matt and I will continue to pass this on to Maya. I love you.
Jaiden
July 30, 2015
Condolence: Condolences to the family, Psalm 23 likens our Grand Creator to a shepherd. How fitting that is when we think of the loving care a good shepherd provides for the sheep he loves. Verse 4 reminds us that we sometimes walk in the valley of deep shadow then reassures us that he still is with us. May the Great Shepherd prove to be with you, Jennings family, granting you the measure of comfort, faith and strength that you require to endure this moment of darkness. Wishing you the peace of God
Cordelia L Ramon
July 22, 2015
Rest In Peace Jim. You will be missed. --
Billy Markette
July 22, 2015
To all his family and friends I offer my condolences. To Jim I say thank you for the many years of friendship, fatherly advice and brotherhood. He will forever be with us.
Emily Ortiz
July 22, 2015
Maricela and Family! My sincere condolences! Mr. Aguilar was my neighbor when I was a child and later as an adult who took my young family under his wing. I will forever remember you and Grace and all the kindness/love you gave me and my family. Maricela may the peace of the Lord be with you always!
Betty Hernandez
July 21, 2015
Maricela, I am so sorry I wasn't here for your fathers services. It was such a surprise to see the words that your father had passed. He was such a kind and sweet man. Even though I hasn't seen him in a while I always thought of him and wondered how he was doing. Please if you ever need to talk call me. (210) 317-2111. He was so proud of you and I know you were his life.
R. Iglesias
July 21, 2015
Mr. Aguilar was a ray of sunshine for TWC. It was a pleasure to have known him.
Lori Shultis
July 21, 2015
The world has lost a beautiful person in Jimmy's passing.
While I didn't know him well - I knew he had a kind heart and soul.
Jimmy will be missed and my sympathies to the family and friends he has left behind.
Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy. ~Author Unknown
July 20, 2015
Jimmy: I'll cherish the good times and memories forever, my friend.
A.L. Stickelbault
Austin, Texas
Steve & Jamie Santos
July 20, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Aguilar & Aguirre families.
Debra Villarreal
July 19, 2015
Truly at a loss for words. Maricela, prayers will always be yours. Saratoga, no longer is what it once was. Love always. Debbie Medina-Villarreal.
Kaprice Nicholson
July 19, 2015
I'm at a loss for words. My heart grew so heavy when I heard of his passing. He will truly be missed. such an amazing spirit and good heart. My condolences to his daughter and grand baby, they were the pride of his life.
Jim & Carmen Jones
July 19, 2015
Jimmy was such a special person. He was a proud dad, grandpa, husband and special and dear friend to all. Wil forever be missed.
rene garcia 67
July 18, 2015
our thoughts and prayers are with you, may the Lord give you peace and comfort and make his eyes to shine upon you in Jesus name, Amen
Maggie Estes
July 18, 2015
Met Jimmy for the first time at Elf Louise Silent Action meeting on April 19, 2015, he brought pan de dulce to the meeting and sat next to me and we talked about everything. He was so nice and such a gentleman, and now he is gone.What a Loss. My condolences to the family and may he RIP.
Marissa Figueroa
July 17, 2015
Mari,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you will be in my thoughts during this very difficult time.
Marvin Davis
July 17, 2015
My sincere condolences to Jim's family. I was very sad to hear of his passing. I have known Jim since 1975 and worked with him for a short time at Texas Employment Commission. I will miss him.
NORMA JEAN HERNANDEZ
July 17, 2015
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, HE WILL BE MISSED.
Toby & Paula
July 17, 2015
Our deepest condolences to the Aguilar Family. May God grant you strength during this very difficult time. We find confort in knowing that Jimmy's at peach, resting in the arms our our Lord.
Ken Martinez
July 17, 2015
Maricela,
I never saw your dad without a smile on his face. May he continue to smile on you and your family from his Heavenly home.
David de Hoyos
July 17, 2015
Rest in Peace Jimbo.
By now I'm sure you've gathered a bunch of Angels to play a round of golf in GOD'S golf course. . My sincere condolences to Marcela and her family.
Sylvia de Hoyos
July 17, 2015
Maricela, May God's love embrace you and comfort you and your family during this difficult time. As with many of his friends, he came in and out of our lives from childhood to adults, but he never truly left. We were blessed to call him a friend. He will be missed.
robert-linda sanchez
July 17, 2015
Jim it was an honor to have had you as a close friend for all this years. god bless you & family.
Esther Chavez
July 17, 2015
Jim thank you for your kindness and support to all our family, we will miss your smile and laughing with you! You have been a wonderful example of a true friend! As long as we keep you in our hearts and prayers you will always be with us! Love and peace to you Maricela, Matt and Maya and to all of Jim's family and friends! RIP Jim, love you!
Veronica & Jaime Lopez
July 16, 2015
Mr. Aguilar was simply a great man. Everyone enjoyed his company. I have never met anyone who loved their daughter more than he. He not only guided Maricela through life, but me as well. He will be truly missed and we will help his memories stay alive forever.
Oscar Molina
July 16, 2015
We will miss you from all of us at Maries Callender's
Kitty and Lowell DeJong
July 16, 2015
Maricela,
Lowell and I have you,Matt and Maya in our thoughts and prayers. Jimmy was always so happy and proud of you and your Darling Maya.God Bless all of you.
July 16, 2015
Jimmy's Family:
With our love and deepest sympathy as we remember Jimmy. Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength.
Raul & Mita Marroquin
Lori De La Cerda
July 16, 2015
Jimmy always had a smile on his face, a kind word for everyone and was always a gentleman. It was my honor and pleasure to work with you. Rest in peace.
Andrew & Elsa Alaniz
July 16, 2015
Jimmy: We will miss you as we both have very fond memories of you. You were a great co-worker but most important a great great friend. Your happy smile will remain in our memories. We know that you left a beautiful family & legacy behind.
Karen Whitchurch
July 16, 2015
I was just dancing with Jim at Paul's Pub on Karaoke night recently. He was dancing with several of the ladies. He will be missed. Thanks for letting us know what happened to our pal and friend.
Rita De Luna Martinez
July 16, 2015
Dear Jimmy: I keep thinking you are going to walk in any minute and brighten the day as always. I will always remember our time, thank you for all the wonderful memories & great stories and examples of love. You will never be forgotten.
Gail Harrell
July 16, 2015
Maricela,
May God be with you and your family during this difficult time. Find peace and comfort in all your memories.
Dan and Yolanda Flores
July 16, 2015
Dan and I are so saddened to hear of Jimmy's passing. He was such a wonderful person, always cheerful. We will miss seeing him at the Witte and at the Alamo Daughters of the Republic of Texas and Sons of the Republic gatherings. I am so glad that he was able to enjoy his beautiful daughter and granddaughter. May you be comforted by the warmth of family and friends. We are keeping you all in our prayers. God bless you and know you have two angels watching over you.
Maria Mendoza
July 16, 2015
Maricela,
My condolences to you & your family on your loss. I'm still in shock. Jimmie was a great friend and co-worker and he will be greatly missed. May GOD give you & your family comfort, peace & healing.
Donna Rodriguez
July 16, 2015
Maricela, my heart goes out to you and your family. Your Dad was one of a kind, Jimmie was like a ray of sunshine always smiling. I enjoyed working with him, he shall truly be missed. My prayers for comfort and peace for you and your family. My Dear you are not alone and you are truly loved. May God Bless you my dear.
Mary Dunagan
July 16, 2015
Jimmy was a kind and caring person. He will be greatly missed by everyone.
Al & Sarah Curiel
July 16, 2015
Jimmy, when the Good Lord made you, He broke the mold! I enjoyed working with you at the tax office. We spent many good times together and I always enjoyed your company. You had a heart of gold and it showed in your actions as you always showed Christ first. Sarah and I will miss your cheerful smile and warmth.
Rest in Peace Holy Cross Man!
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