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DANIEL GORENA Obituary
EDINBURG - Daniel David "Danny" Gorena, 56, departed earth Saturday, February 19, 2011 to begin his heavenly journey. Born July 25, 1954 to Roberto Sr. and Macaria Gorena, Danny always marched to the beat of his own drum. Fun-loving and adventuresome, Danny also found great joy in showering his affection on his numerous nieces, nephews and godchildren. Whenever he had a spare moment, he spent it enjoying the serene outdoors. He was an avid hunter and fisherman.
Danny earned a Bachelor of Science degree in political science with a minor in business from Pan American University (UTPA) in Edinburg. He became a sworn Texas Peace Officer and worked as a bailiff at the Hidalgo County Court at Law.
One of Danny's greatest journeys was teaching World History at Edinburg North High School for 10 years. He delighted in teaching his students about the world, its people and its politics. When around family and friends, Danny loved to question them about current events, insisting that they remain mindful of the importance of knowing what was happening in the world.
Danny's passion for travel lured him to leave the classroom to work at the Victory Base Complex in Baghdad, Iraq. While in Western Asia, Danny also spent time working in Turkey. He took advantage of the opportunity to see more of the world and especially enjoyed the trips he took to Dubai.
Danny is preceded in death by his father, Roberto Elias Gorena, Sr. and his little brother Raul Rene Gorena.
He is survived by his mother, Macaria G. Gorena, of Edinburg; two sisters, Mariella Gorena of McAllen, Macaria "Caro" Palmetier (Randy) of Austin; a brother Roberto Elias Gorena, Jr. of Edinburg and numerous nieces, nephews and godchildren.
Danny's visitation was held Sunday at Memorial Funeral Home in Edinburg. Funeral services will be at 2 pm, today, February 21, 2011 at El Buen Pastor United Methodist Church in Edinburg. Interment will follow at Valley Memorial Gardens on Taylor Road in Mission. Pallbearers will be Dr. Andrew de la Garza, Julio de la Garza, David R. Gorena, Rudy Gorena, Richard Guerra and Ramiro Resendez.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to El Buen Pastor Methodist Church or to your favorite charity.
Danny's heavenly journey has just begun.
Funeral services are under the direction of Memorial Funeral Home in Edinburg.
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Memories and Condolences
for DANIEL GORENA
February 28, 2011
Dear Caro , We are very sorry for the loss of your brother. Ernesto and Elida Castaneda
Ruby Dela Garza Krautkremer
February 27, 2011
Although I hadn't seen Danny in over 10 years, he was someone who was hard to forget. He was so much fun to be around, always joking and making us laugh. RIP my friend.
Leonora (Reece)Deaton
February 22, 2011
What wonderful memories of teaching with Danny at ENHS! He was always smiling and interested in his students. Had many a visit over lunch or coffee about being students at EHS in the early 1970's. My sympathies to the Gorena family.
Rob Hogan
February 22, 2011
Love you Danny, you were a great friend and mentor to me while on VBC in Iraq. I will take what you taught me everywhere I go and always remember you.
Willie Burgos
February 22, 2011
Danny Gorena was one of the truest friend I will have ever known / I first met Danny in Houston, TX back in 1983 / we became instant friends and life partners / having shared many experiences and schemes with him in Central America, Mexico, Iraq, Dubai, Kenya / we often joked that in our old age we would sit back and write a book about our all mis-adventures / it would have been a book of comedy, intrigue, of the women we encountered, the near death experiences we faced, of our shared sucesses and failures in the end a story of two men who trusted and loved each other as much as we loved and embraced life.
I will miss you every day for the rest of my life / God Bless you Danny and all the Gorena family.
February 22, 2011
Danny Gorena was one of the truest friend I will have ever known / I first met Danny in Houston, TX back in 1983 / we became instant friends and life partners / having shared many experiences and schemes with him in Central America, Mexico, Iraq, Dubai, Kenya / we often joked that in our old age we would sit back and write a book about all our mis-adventures / it would have been a book of comedy, intrigue, of the women we encountered, the near death experiences we faced, of our shared sucesses and failures in the end a story of two men who trusted and loved each other as much as we loved and embraced life.
I will miss you every day for the rest of my life / God Bless you Danny and all the Gorena family.
Nora McMillan
February 22, 2011
We love you, Danny, and know that God is now enjoying that beautiful smile. You will be in our hearts forever. Your cousin, Nora
Yolanda Chapa
February 22, 2011
Macaria, Mariella and family,
Thinking of you, and hoping that time will ease your sorrow on the loss of Danny.
In sympathy, and prayer.
Yolanda & Arturo Chapa
Gregorio (Greg) Govea Jr
February 22, 2011
To: All the Gorena family it is sad to let a love one go, just remember a special calling was made to Danny and he answered our lords call this should give us comfort to know that he is now with our Lord and savior in a better place he will always be in our hearts and thoughts Our prayers are with your family. I went to shcool with Bobby and Danny, The Govea family lived next door to Santos & Tima Gorena on Kuhn Street. God Bless You all and give you comfort. Greg Govea,Jr.
Jesse & Gina Cardenas
February 21, 2011
A friend to all that knew him. Danny is going to be missed by all. What a smile!
Irene Gonzalez
February 21, 2011
Mrs. Gorena, Mariella,Caro and Bobby, My most sincere condolences at the loss of Danny. I always remember him with that beautiful smile, even when he caught us wearing his jeans without permission. May God bless you and keep you in his loving grace.
Scott Taylor
February 21, 2011
Mrs. Gorena, Bobby, and family:
Words cannot express my sorrow on learning of Danny's passing. He was a great childhood friend way back from our days in Cub Scouts. I'm sorry i was not in Edinburg to attend his service but please know my thoughts have been with you at this time. Thanks for the memories Danny! God Bless.
Gracie Cobo
February 21, 2011
Dearest Mariella and Gorena family: Offering my sincerest condolences & prayers for your beloved brother, Bobby. May our heavenly Father give you & your family the strength, fortitude, and peace to deal with the enormous grief and sadness on the loss of your brother.
Special prayers and thoughts,
Gracie Cobo
Louie & Cathy Gorena
February 21, 2011
Bobby, you will be missed by the Gorena family & so many more! Grace and peace be unto the family, and peace be with you!
Gloria Cavazos-Davila
February 21, 2011
Mariella and all the Gorena family:
I was deeply saddened to read of your brother's passing. I send you all my sympathies and prayers. Take care!!!
Bill Milligan
February 21, 2011
Sorry to read of Danny's passing. I knew him since third grade. He was a good man.
gloria martinez
February 21, 2011
Bobby and Family with deepest condolences to you and your family your Brother will greatly be missed . God Bless
Emilio , Consuelo and Gloria Martinez
CAROLYN WELDON
February 21, 2011
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU! MAY THE LORD'S PEACE AND LOVE COMFORT YOU ALWAYS!
Hector and Melba Flores
February 21, 2011
Tia Macaria and Primos:
We pray that in this time of loss
You’ll feel God’s love much more
And that you’ll find your comfort
In the presence of the Lord
We pray God pours upon you
His sweet amazing grace
And overflow your heart with peace
during your time of saddness. We hold the family in quiet thought and prayer.
February 21, 2011
To the Gorena Family:
We are so sorry for you loss of Danny. Danny was a dear friend of our family, and a great friend to my brother Ramiro. He will be greatly missed. May the blessings of love be upon you, May its peace abide with you, May its essence illuminate your heart, Now and forever more Blessing
Alan and Rosie Resendez Garza
Bruni, Texas
Mary Alice & Joe Ponce
February 21, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 21, 2011
Dear Caro, I'm so sorry for the loss of your brother Danny.May you find comfort knowing he was so loved here on earth and is now enjoying everlasting love in Heaven. God bless you and your family. Corina C.
Roy Gorena
February 21, 2011
Tia Marcaria, Caro, Mariella, and Bobby, I am so sorry to hear of Danny's passing & want to express my sincerest condolances to each of you & your kids in your loss. I have fond childhood memeories of all of you sitting together at church, in front of our family, and seeing each other at other church or family functions. Danny was always the jokester & brought a smile to all of our faces. I pray Christ's love and peace to you and know that Danny will suffer no more. God Bless and know that we mourn with you.
Love,
Roy, Vanessa, Juliana & Elena Gorena
Francisco Rodriguez
February 21, 2011
The Lord indeed takes the Best!
"There is pain because there is love, but as long as there are no regrets we will be alright!"
Sra. Macaria Gorena, our prayers are with you and your family.
Francisco Rodriguez Alamo, TX
GILBERT & NANCY M OBREGON & FAM
February 21, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mike & Lali Villarreal
February 21, 2011
Mrs. Gorena, we were saddened to learn of Danny's passing. Danny will always be remembered for his fun loving spirit. He will be missed by the many hearts he touched. May God bless all his family, and guide you through this difficult time of loss and sorrow. May he rest in peace...
February 21, 2011
Tia Macaria & family, I am so sorry to hear about my Primo Danny. I remember growing up with him. Danny was a very special person and now he will be spending eternety with the good lord and his dad and his brother. Sobie and I will keep all of you in our prayers
Bobby Gorena -San Antonio, TX
Ruben and Rachel Carrera
February 21, 2011
Macaria: Our most sincere condolences to the Gorena family. God has taken him into his arms and will be awaiting us.
Gina Villarreal Chalfant
February 21, 2011
Caro and all family members: Greg & I offer our condolences on the loss of your loved one. May you all find the comfort, courage, strength, love and peace you need as you reflect on the memories that were created. Know that we are holding your hand -- in thought and prayer. Caro's school friend,
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