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BORN
1927
DIED
2011
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281 S Burlington Blvd Unit 103
Burlington, Washington
ALCARIO REYES Obituary
He was born in Hondo, Texas, March 26th, 1927, to the parents of Alcario Reyes Sr. and Sarah (Saragosa) Olagues Flores.
He is survived by his wife Jovita Reyes, his 11 children; Estella Reyes, Olga (Becky) Reyes, Roberto (Bobby) Reyes, Mario and Hilda Reyes, George and Isabel Reyes, Martha and Jesse Ruiz, Joe Reyes (Helena Yerry), Sarah Reyes, Josie Reyes (Patty Nichols), Christina and John Perales, Melissa Reyes (Raul Velasco); 23 grandchildren; 30 great grand children and 3 great great grand children.
Predeceased by: Mother, Saragosa Olagues Flores; 4 grandchildren, Liza Ruiz, Angela Carbajal, Jessica Ruiz and Abel Paz.
In 1945, at the age of 18 Alcario enlisted in the United States Army at Camp Hood Texas and he was attached to the 397th Military Police Battalion. He served as a tailor, culinary specialist and infantryman during WWII and Korean War. During that time he received the Victory Ribbon and the Overseas Service Bar. While stationed in Germany he had an opportunity to be an observer of Nuremberg War Crime Trials in 1946. He was honorably discharged in 1953.
While living in Texas he met and married his wife, Jovita on April 15th 1946. They had 11 children moved to Washington where they built a life for their growing family. Alcario worked as a machine operator and eventually retired in the mid 1980's from Chris Craft in Bellingham.
He was introduced to the Lord by his daughter Sarah and fell in love with Jesus Christ. He marked the beginning of his Christian life through a water baptism on July 25th 1976, accompanied by his wife and daughter Martha. He began a leadership position in ministry so others could come to know Christ and be saved. Alcario established and led a mission, presided over many marriage ceremonies, funerals, and baptisms.
This man of God, had a meaningful impact on his family, community, country and the world. He was brave, compassionate and caring, accepting of imperfections and committed to claiming the forgiveness of God for 35 years.
Viewing and funeral arrangements will be held at Hulbush Funeral Home, 281 S Burlington Blvd, WA 98233-1708.
Viewing; Monday, May 2nd, 7am-7pm
Vigil; Monday, May 2nd, 7pm-8pm
Funeral Service; Tuesday, May 3rd, 11am-1pm
Burial and reception to follow.
For more information please call (360) 757-6055
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Memories and Condolences
for ALCARIO REYES
george reyes
May 11, 2011
Dad, was a hard man, It was his way or the hi-way. but, that was him and it shouldnt be no other way..all my reciept -n- luv to him. my old man.....hard as a rock ....
lori bauder
May 8, 2011
What a Great loss , your father very specail in my heart give mom big hugs for me. One of the kindness people i have ever known you all were so lucky to have him , my thought r w3ith all of you anything i can do please let me know. Lori from cost cutters
May 6, 2011
May God hold your familia in His hands, especially this time of sorrow and always. Sincerely,
Esmeralda Chaires Butolph~Tacoma, WA
Lorraine Gonzalez Granddaughter
May 6, 2011
Guello words cannot express how empty my heart is without you. Trying to cope with your loss is one of the hardest challenges of my life. I miss you. Always and forever in my heart and soul. I will forever cherish our talks. And I will miss cooking for you.
Martha Ruiz
May 6, 2011
Daddy, I will surely miss our quality time together. Can't "Thank you" enough for sharing our christian lives together, for that special day you, mom and I will forever share since July 25, 76. Love U always. Martha
victoria reyes
May 5, 2011
You will always and forever be in our hearts.
Estella Reyes
May 5, 2011
Daddy, my heart is broken since you left us. I know you will be with the Lord just the way you wanted. My life will never be the same without you. I love you daddy and will miss you forever
Daddy I feel such a void in my heart. I charish all the love and support that you gave me and my family. I love you Daddy
Christina Perales
May 5, 2011
RACHEL MAESTAS
May 4, 2011
LA FAMILIA REYES
HIS MEMORIE WILL LIVE FOREVER IN EACH HEART THAT HE HAS TOUCHED .
FIND COMFORT IN THE LORD,MY PRAYERS ARE WITH EACH OF YOU !!!
Angelica Hernandez
May 4, 2011
I am so sorry for the loss of your father. I have known your family for so long just as your family has known mine. It seems unreal that we are losing our parents when it was only yesterday that we were teenagers and our parents were active comunidad people. Many times I find it unreal that my father is gone. I send you my prayers, peace and love,
Angelica Guillen Hernandez
Primo Juan Garza
May 3, 2011
I'm sorry for your lost of a loved,the lord will comfort you, you guys are in my thoughts and prayers.Mi mas sincero pesame para la familia Reyes..
Joan Euceda
May 3, 2011
Reyes Family
We are sorry for your loss. The Lord will comfort you. God bless you. Joan and Graciela
Angie Sokol
May 2, 2011
My sincere condolence go out to the Reyes family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
sarah reyes
May 2, 2011
dad i will miss very much its only been a few days and my heart wont stop crying for you, you were the one who teach me everything about life, i will will miss cooking t-bone steak, tacos and most if choc. cakes you daughter the mula sarah
Melissa Reyes
May 2, 2011
Dad I will miss you, thank you for giving me life. Thank you for being my Dad. Richie and I love you very very much.
Steve Ramos
May 2, 2011
My condolences go out to the Reyes Family. God Bless you all in this time of hardship.
Stephanie Ruiz
May 1, 2011
I love you guello and miss you very much! You were the best grandpa anyone could ask for and I am so thankful for all you taught me about life and God. Because of the work you have done for God so many will be saved, including me!
Karen Lanphere
April 30, 2011
Josie,
I am sorry to hear of your father's passing.
May you and your family find comfort during this time of sorrow.
Victor Euceda
April 30, 2011
My sincere condolence for the Reyes family.
Don Arcario and I were good friends and co-workers at Uniflite, back in the 1970's
Cori Mejia
April 30, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
I will miss our visits Guello......Rest with the Angels I Love you..
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