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Remy Velarde Obituary
Remy Adrian Velarde, son of Junico and Tracy Velarde, brother to Jade Alexander Velarde and Noah Armand Velarde, was born June 26, 1997 in Houston Texas. He graduated from Stratford High School and was attending Grand Canyon University, in Phoenix, Arizona, where he studied graphic design and advertising. Remy was set to graduate in December of 2020 from GCU and will receive his degree posthumously. Remy had just accepted a position with the company ICT(Innovative Construction Technology) in Phoenix as part of their creative tech team.
Remy had a love of life and music and professed his faith in Jesus Christ at an early age and attended St.Luke's United Methodist Church, where he served as an intern in 2016 with the student ministries. Remy also participated in multiple mission trips during his time with St. Luke's as well as leading small groups for middle school boys, as he had a passion for teaching the good news of Jesus. In 2014, Remy was part of the launch team for The Story Church, Houston. He also worked 3 summer's for Laity Lodge Camp as a camp counselor. Every life that Remy came in contact with through his high school and college years, was impacted by his love for Jesus.
His beautiful life will forever be cherished in the lives of his devoted parents, Junico and Tracy, brothers Jade and Noah, 4 grandparents, 6 aunts, 6 uncles and 17 cousins. Memorial services were held July 24, 2020.
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Gabby Huthoefer
October 20, 2020
I was so blessed by your son and the change that he brought to this world. He was truly such an incredible man and possessed a heart of bold faith and courage. Love you all very much!
Robb Mazzoli
August 5, 2020
My name is Robb Mazzoli, from Steilacoom, WA. I've been torn about posting this but am going to in hopes of spreading a bit of comfort during this sad time, especially knowing that he passed on far from home.
I live on the hill above where Remy's accident occurred. Because of the distance and the ruggedness of the terrain the EMTs had to go on foot, it took a while for them to reach him (not inordinately so--and do rest assured that they did everything they could very quickly). In that time, I was able to chat a bit with Remy, as he was conscious even after the EMTs did reach him. I was not able to be with him physically and never even saw him, but I spoke with him over the cliff as we waited for the medics. During those several minutes I was impressed with his courage, his fortitude, his obvious gentleness, his love of his family and his professed belief in Jesus and God. It was obvious that he was a special person. In fact, he was able to help the EMTs who were helping him despite the gravity of his injuries.
This will not salve the pain of loss, but please do know that he was not alone either physically or spiritually. Although I never knew him, I do miss him.
Tania Alonso
July 29, 2020
Junico and Tracy,
My heart breaks. Please know that our thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort are with you and your families during this difficult time
Tania
Moises Hernando
July 29, 2020
Junico, Tracy & family:
My deepest condolences for Remy’s departure.
My thoughts and prayers are with you .
Scottlyn Martinez
July 28, 2020
Velarde Family,
I was so heartbroken when I heard about Remy’s passing. I did not know him personally, but from the stories I’ve heard about him I wish I did. I desire to live a life like he did, joyfully and for the glory of the Lord. He is in my thoughts and prayers each day and has truly impacted my life. Praying peace and comfort over your family.
Romy Schaaf
July 27, 2020
Junico, Tracy & family,
Louie and I were so very saddened & heartbroken to hear of Remy’s passing. We pray for peace and comfort for you all.
Sincerest wishes,
Louie & Romy Schaaf
The Meyer Family
July 26, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Kelli Roeber Schoening
July 26, 2020
Lynn, Kelli, Kendra and Katy Schoening from Lincoln, Nebraska are saddened by your tragic loss. You are in our hearts and prayers. We always remember a kind, happy boy that played so nicely with Kendra the spring Bob died.
Victor Loveira
July 26, 2020
May God take you in his loving arms. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Brittany Fitzgerald
July 26, 2020
I have never known another like Remy, and I know that I never will. His love for life and everything that came with it was so positive and he reflected that in everything he said and did. I loved having Remy as a friend and I will cherish every memory, from FBA and beyond, forever.
Prayers, love, and No Bad Days.
Leah Loy
July 26, 2020
My prayers are with your family. May God bless and keep you all at this time.
Navam Pakianathan
July 26, 2020
My loving and heartfelt condolences to you. This is really hard for us all. May God's grace be felt abundantly by you all, especially at this time.
Cheryl Mose
July 26, 2020
A beautiful, precious life living as an example of how Jesus would have us live, to show others how Jesus Himself lived and loved others unconditionally. I was touched by Remy through others of his family at the Memorial Service given to celebrate his life, this past week. A truly devoted Christian life lived only to glorify his Lord and Savior. Remy's life was totally unselfish of himself, but very much Intended, a life to serve others he met, selfish for Jesus sake, so they would learn of the saving Grace and Mercy that could only be found in our Lord. I am continuing to pray for Tracy and Junico, Jade and Noah and certainly all the rest of the family for Peace, Comfort and Strength in the coming weeks as they move along with their lives without Remy.
Mary Donna Moceri
July 26, 2020
Tracey and Junico,
Our prayers and love for the loss of your wonderful son Rémy. Blessings and prayers for you and your loving family. May God’s presence be with you.
Warm regards,
Mary Donna and Chuck Moceri
Aileen Blair
July 26, 2020
Dearest Junico, Tracy and family please accept our sincere condolences in the loss of your dear son Remy. In our thoughts and prayers.
Blair Family (Stratford)
Sheryll Roeber
July 25, 2020
Dear Tracy, Junico, and family, I can only imagine the profound grief you are feeling in the loss of your dear Remy. Please accept my sincere sympathy as you continue to be in my many thoughts and prayers. Please pass my sincere love and prayers to Grandmother Maggie.
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