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Miguel Paniagua Obituary

PANIAGUA, Miguel

Our dad, Miguel Paniagua, left his temporary home here on earth on August 5, 2012. He was preceded by his beloved daughter Angie Parra. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Angelina, daughters Helen, Adela, Joanne, Yvonne, Rachel, son Michael and son-in-law ,Jim Parra, 27 grandchildren, 50 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. He was born in El Paso, Texas, one of 7 siblings. They were orphaned when Dad was 8 years old and were raised by various relatives. He was a proud army veteran, having served during World War II. He worked many, many years to provide for his family. Our parents resided in La Puente for 54 years.

We were greatly loved by our dad and are very grateful for all he taught us. He said "Never take anything that isn't yours," "No matter how lowly others might think your job is - as long as it is honest labor - you work as hard as you can," "Never take a wooden nickel," y "Tanto andar en la marina y no conocer al camaron."

The most important truth he taught us was that Jesus is the Son of God. He taught us to pray and to love God. We have been blessed beyond measure by having him all these years. We know he is now in his eternal home with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We will miss him greatly until our reunion in heaven. I Peter 1:3-4

Published by San Gabriel Valley Tribune on Aug. 11, 2012.
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Rachel, I am so sorry for your loss, my heart and prayers go out to you and your family. God Bless you all. Love, Vickiey Lara

Victoria Lara

August 15, 2012

To all the Paniagua Family,
Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May your memories be your comfort. God Bless you.
Richard and Mary Fierro

August 14, 2012

Mary Gray

August 14, 2012

Mary Gray

August 14, 2012

Hi Rachel,
We are so sorry for your loss and our prayers are with you and your family.
Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert L. Gray and Jonathan Mikell Gray

Mary Gray

August 14, 2012

Dad, I will truely miss you. But last nights dream confirmed you are alive and well, walking the streets of gold as little Nalani puts it. Love you and thank you for your love and guidence. #7

Rachel Carranza

August 14, 2012

To all Paniagua family we are very sorry for you loss. I will always remember when I was little around 10 years old, he would always tell me "Mija I am your Tio Mike, don't you forget I will aways be you Tio Mike". those words I will always cherished.

Rebecca Devin

August 12, 2012

Lina and family
I am very sorry for your loss...I will never forget the first days we moved into the neighborhood. Mike and Helen came over to check to see if we needed anything. Mike was a good man and a good neighbor. All the Paniagua family have been good to me....I will continue to be here for you Lina. You and I can continue to watch over one another.

Esther Reyes

August 12, 2012

For my brother Alfred Garcia: Although he may not remember him now, he always used to tell me how he would stop by to visit with your parents when he was in the area. I'm sure he would like to express his deepest sympathy to your family.

August 11, 2012

We know there are no words to comfort you at this time, except to let you know our prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
God Bless your family.
Love, the Padilla family

August 11, 2012

Dearest Lina and family,

May God bless you all in your time of sorrow and always...Mike was always very good with us. He made our family feel very special to him. He was a good man and has earned his presence with the Lord. He will always be remembered!

Love you all!

Art, Laurie, Artie, and Steven Ortiz

August 10, 2012

my uncle was real nice and he was real smart and he was a good man....he will be in our hearts forever and ever

josie chavez

August 10, 2012

Tia Lena, May God Bless you and the family and give you peace.Thank you tio Mike for my wonderful memories.Rest in Peace. Love you all
Telo Jesse and Family.

Stella Velasquez

August 10, 2012

My Dearest Daddy,
I am going to miss you tremendously! Without a doubt, I know you are completely healed from head to toe. Halleluja!!!!!
Daughther #5

August 10, 2012

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