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Raul Villarreal Obituary
RAUL (WITO) VILLARREAL APRIL 3, 1934 - APRIL 18, 2007 Mr. Raul Villarreal passed away on Tuesday, April 18, 2007 at the age of 73. He was a long time resident of Union City and Fremont, CA before residing in Ceres, CA. He was a member of the St. Jude Catholic Church. Raul was a boxer and finalist for representing the US Olympic boxing team.
He worked for Gerber's Baby Food Co in Oakland, CA for 25 years. Raul's hobbies included spending time at the horse races, playing cards and was an avid 49'ers and Giants fan. He enjoyed spending time with his family and had an infectious personality with his wonderful sense of humor.
Raul is survived by his wife of 53 years, Lupe; his three sons, Raul Villarreal Jr., of San Leandro, CA, Ruben Villarreal of Modesto, CA and Rick Villarreal of Union City, CA; his two daughters, Sandra Villarreal of Stockton, CA and Armida Villarreal of Ceres, CA; and one brother, Abel Villarreal; also 7 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
His sisters, Ester and Celia; and two brothers, Manuel and Gilbert preceded Raul in death.
Visitation will be held on Thurs., April 26 from 4:00-8:00 at Lakewood Memorial Chapel, 900 Santa Fe Ave., in Hughson, CA. The Rosary will be held at 6:30 pm, same day. A Mass and funeral services to be held at 10:00 am Friday, April 27 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, 7820 Fox Rd., in Hughson.
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Sonni Alvarez-Juarez
April 27, 2007
Sending love and prayers to Lupe and family. Raul was a very special person and will certainly be remembered by our great God Jehovah on resurrection day. I feel so blessed to know the Villareal family in Hughson for so many years and have them as patients as well. Agape love Dr Sonni Alvarez
Irma Camorlinga
April 26, 2007
Hi, it's me Irma...I love you guys and along with you all I am both sad and rejoicing at the same time. You were all so blessed to have a father as wonderful as your dad...I am hurting too because it's a great loss not only to your family but to ours as well...I love you all so much and am here for you.
Chris Woodards
April 26, 2007
Villarreal Family,
you are in my thoughts and prayers.I know you have wonderful memories. May God Bless you all and may you find comfort at this time.
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