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Federico Villanueva Obituary
Federico P. Villanueva VIRGINIA BEACH - Federico P. Villanueva, 64, passed away with his family by his side Sept. 30, 2008. He had the heart of a warrior and fought a courageous battle with cancer. Born in the Philippines, on April 29, 1944, he was the son of the late Gaspar and Cornelia Villanueva. Federico, a Vietnam veteran, retired from the U.S. Navy with 29 years of service as an interior communications chief petty officer. He later retired from Metro Machine Shipyard. Federico was a beloved husband and wonderful father. His devotion for his family was evident. He was of humble character and had a strong work ethic. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Carmen M. Villanueva; children, David Alan Villanueva Sr. and wife Eugenie, Liz Marie Joseph and husband Patrick, Jamie Villanueva and wife Danielle and Erick Villanueva, all of Virginia Beach; sisters, Conchita Delos Reyes, Feli Villanueva, Juanita Noren and Josie Factor; brother, Wilson Villanueva; 12 grandchildren and one on the way; and mother-in-law, Carmen Melendez. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in Colonial Grove Memorial Park with Father W. Daniel Beeman officiating. The family will receive friends at Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel, Sunday from 6 to 9 p.m. Please visit Mr. Villanueva's memorial at www.mem.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Manny Ardiente
October 7, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Elizabeth Joynes
October 3, 2008
Carmen, So Sorry to hear of your loss.(We are never prepared for this.) You and your family will be in my prayers. Thank you for all the help you gave me at Dominion. Take care of yourself.
LAVERNE BRYANT
October 3, 2008
LIZ.. MAY THE LORD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU IN PERFECT PEACE DURING YOUR TIME OF BEREAVEMENT... LAVERNE BRYANT
October 3, 2008
CARMEN, IAM SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOST,I WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY STAY SWEET AND STRONG.
VERONICA
DOMINION PHYSICAL THERAPY(HAMPTON)
Kim Malone-Jones
October 3, 2008
I'm sorry to hear of your loss may God give you peace and continued strength Mrs. Villanueva. You have truely been a strong caretaker through this all.
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