Fernando VILLARREAL

VILLARREAL, Fernando Fernando Antonio Villarreal - affectionately called Osito or Little Bear by his mother- was born on September 22, 1947, in Mexico City, Mexico. His father's architectural work designing hospitals for the World Health Organization motivated young Bear's family's move to the Washington, D.C. area where he spent his childhood. Brimming with an abundance of potential and intelligence, Fernando found his calling and went on to earn a medical degree from The George Washington University where, in the most important moment of his life, Fernando also met his soulmate, Suzanne Rausch. The inseparable couple married on June 5, 1970, and moved to the Dayton area to begin their family and start his Family Medicine Practice that they both worked tirelessly to support for decades. Married for 48 years, Sue and Bear were teammates in all things. Together, they proudly supported a family of six including Christopher Villarreal, David Villarreal, Rachel Keyes (spouse Tom Keyes), Jordan Villarreal, Aaron Villarreal (spouse Kathleen Williamson), and Cameron Villarreal (significant other Taylor Ryerse). They enjoyed gardening, antiquing, and supporting their community and extended family. A caring and devoted father, Papa Bear instilled in his children not only his sense of compassion, strong work ethic, and spirit of generosity but also his love of nature, art, and music; especially the Beatles. He was a kind ear to his patients and an irrepressible community contributor. Recognizable at a glance by hair as distinctive as his smile, Doc V. used his talents in sports medicine to support student athletes (including his three grandchildren William, Samuel, and Thomas Keyes) at both Oakwood and Archbishop Alter High Schools. Our beloved Fernando, who enriched the lives of so many with his kind heart and gentle nature, passed away on Sunday, July 15, 2018, at the age of 70. For those who are able to attend, there will be a remembrance gathering at Fifth Street Brew Pub on Friday, July 20th, 2018, from 10:30am to 12:00pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Willits Family/Seton Scholarship Fund in memory of Fernando A. Villarreal. Checks are payable to Archbishop Alter High School, attn: Advancement Office, 940 David Road, Kettering, Ohio 45429.