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Benjamin M. Flores Sr.
1921 - 2019
Benjamin M. Flores Sr.
1921 - 2019
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BORN
1921
DIED
2019
Benjamin Flores Obituary
Tornillo - Benjamin M. Flores Sr.
July 11, 1921-March 1, 2019, Born in Tornillo, Texas.
He is survived by spouse, Margarita R. Flores; daughters, Maggie Ramirez (Mike), Rosie Ortiz (Armando); sons, Benjamin Flores Jr. (Iris), & Manny Flores (LuAnn); 7 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, several step grand & great grandchildren, 5 sisters, & 1 brother, as well as numerous nieces & nephews.
Preceded in death by mother, Paublina; father, Geronimo; sister, Maria; & brothers, Manuel & Refujio.
He was a WWII Army veteran having fought in campaigns & battles in Tunisia, Sicily, Naples-Foggia, Normandy, Northern France, the Ardennes, Rhineland, & Central Europe. His decorations & citations include: European-African-Middle East Campaign Ribbon with eight Bronze Stars, Good Conduct Medal, one service stripe & five Overseas Bars. He retired from civil service after 30 years at Fort Bliss El Paso, Texas. He was an active lifetime member of VFW Post 9173 (Smeltertown) El Paso, Texas.
Our sincere thank you to the staff at Maywood Acres Healthcare Facility and Sunset Transport.
Visitation will be on Thursday March 14 from 5pm to 7pm with rosary to be recited from 7pm to 9pm at Camino Del Sol Funeral Home 200 N. C Street Oxnard. Church services will be on Friday March 15 at 9:30am at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church 500 N. Juanita, Oxnard with burial to follow at Santa Clara Cemetary Oxnard.
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March 29, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. May God words of promise found in John 6:40 brings you consolation and a small measure of peace. Please accept my sincere regards and heartfelt condolences. ~MM~
George Flores
March 14, 2019
Never had the honor to meet you personally, but I am overwhelmed by the history I have found in you...May you rest peacefully Thank you for your service.Much Respect always,George Flores
Helen Flores
March 14, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
March 13, 2019
Rosie and family, Our sincere condolences on the passing of your Father. May he RIP Always Andrea Barreto and family
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Benjamin Flores Jr.
March 13, 2019
Outstanding Father and very good friend to many. An individual who instilled goodness for all. You made our life easier to live. May you rest in glorious peace dad...
March 13, 2019
Dad you will be missed. Thank you for accepting me into your family. I really did feel like one of your daughters. I have so many memories of our great times together. Until we meet again. I love you. Iris Flores
Jose Diaz
March 13, 2019
My condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Flores. May God comfort your hearts and keep you strong during these difficult days ahead. 2 Thessalonians 2:17
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