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Manuel Villalobos Obituary

June 19, 1959 - February 1, 2016
Manuel Villalobos, beloved son, father and brother, was called home by the Lord on Monday, February 1, 2016 at the age of 56. He was born on June 19, 1959 to Isidro and Mary Villalobos in San Antonio, TX. Manuel, also known as Manny, was a professional wrestler since 1983 and trainer who won two world championships in his career. He wrestled around the world and was best known for being a Texas Legend. He was preceded in death by his father, Isidro Villalobos. He is survived by his mother, Mary Villalobos; daughters, Vanessa Rodriguez (Eduardo Rodriguez) and Tasha Marlin; grandchildren, Zayda Rodriguez and Jax Levi Rodriguez; brothers, Isidro Villalobos, Jr., James Villalobos, Ted Villalobos, and Carlos Villalobos; sisters, Stella San Miguel, Frances Vasquez, Olga Villalobos, and Elizabeth Sanchez. Also left to cherish his memory are numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members, friends and fans.
Visitation will be held on Monday, February 8, 2016 from 3:00pm until 9:00pm with a rosary at 7:00pm at Castillo Mission Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 9, 2016 at 9:30am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 152 Florencia. Interment will follow at San Fernando Cemetery II.

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Published by San Antonio Express-News on Feb. 7, 2016.

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February 25, 2016

My deepest condolences to the Villalobos family and friends. May God give you all peace, patience and understanding during this difficult time.

Janey Pereida

February 20, 2016

I am saddened to hear of his death. May he RIP. Condolences to all his family members.

Grace Villalobos

February 9, 2016

REST IN PARADISE

Peggy Sheard

February 9, 2016

May you REST IN PARADISE

PABLO OLIVARES

February 8, 2016

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,MAY HE REST IN PEACE

Mary Alice Samii

February 8, 2016

Manny added beautiful memories to our family! We love him and know that he is peacefully with God.
With our sincere prayers,
Abbas & Mary Alice Samii Josie Garza
Boston, Ma

February 8, 2016

May God Bless you, know your with my God father, God will bless my God mother and keep her healthy

Rose Olveda

Jesse Olveda

February 8, 2016

you are in better place,no more suffering. rest in peace son, you will always be in our hearts, love you forever The Olveda Family

Jesus Ontiveros Family

February 7, 2016

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

Joe Garcia

February 7, 2016

It is with heavy hearts, we offer our condolences to the Villainous family, after the loss of a true Texas Icon and family Hero - Manny Villalobos . May he Rest In Peace. - Joe David Garcia & Family.

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