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Guadalupe Munguia Obituary
Lupe married Judie Lowery in July, 1965 and they were blessed with one son, Michael Munguia, October 1, 1967. Lupe loved cars, especially race cars. He raced cars for the better part of his life. He loved making them look good and loved even more making them go fast. He traveled many miles with his late brother Sonnie and many others to race at different tracks and events around the country. Lupe was the proud owner of Lupe's Body Shop for over 45 years; the business that he started from scratch in a one car garage on Verde Street, and continued building for years. After a brief retirement, Lupe opened Workhorse Trailer where he continued to work until the end of his life. Lupe was not only known as a savvy businessman, but a kind, generous, and faithful friend, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He faithfully attended St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church.
Lupe is survived by his son: Michael Munguia of Midland, TX; grandsons: Mason Munguia and wife Lani of Fort Worth, TX, Morgan Munguia of Midland, TX; two great-grandchildren: Marlee of Fort Worth and Mylo of California. He is also survived by his brother: Butch Munguia and his wife Karen of Odessa and one sister: Margaret Flores of Odessa; one aunt and many nieces, nephews and cousins whom he loved.
Lupe is preceded in death by his mother and father; his two brothers: Sonnie Munguia and Richard Munguia.
Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 9:00 am. Memorial services will be held at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 7601 North Grandview Ave, Odessa, Texas on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 10:00 am.
Arrangements are entrusted to Acres West Funeral Chapel of Odessa and condolences to the family may be sent online at acreswestfuneral.com
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Calvin Lawson
December 23, 2024
Never met Lupe but knew his brother "Geronimo" from high school. He always spoke highly of his brother and admired his accomplishments.
Marisa Guerrero Garcia
June 20, 2024
May heaven shower you with an abundance of race cars.
With love to great old friend. My prayers go to you & your family especially Michael.
Marisa Guerrero Garcia.
Brenda Shaw
June 16, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Lupe was a wonderful customer all these years at the Thrifty Nickel.
Brian Harris
June 15, 2023
If you were a child of the 60's and 70's in Odessa Texas and you enjoyed beautiful custom cars and high performance cars then you knew the name Lupe Munguia whether you knew the man himself or not. I have never heard anything other than good about Lupe. RIP my old friend!
Toni price
June 14, 2023
Mason and Lani sorry for ur loss
Jerry Slaughter
June 13, 2023
The Man helped me more than I deserved. It was always fun seeing Lupe on Sundays after church at the Holiday Inn Center Buffet. Always a joy to be around. RIP old friend!!
Tina Martin
June 12, 2023
Lupe~My Dad for the last 42 years....I will always cherish the memories. Thank you for everything you made so meaningful in my life. Thank you for my morning calls. Thank you for my cards....the last one March 16th. Thank you for the day I got to spend with you in the hospital. I love you and am so grateful you are now resting in peace. You are loved by so many! Your daughter always....Tina
Teresa Bledsoe
June 12, 2023
Munguia Family
Lupe was a sweet soul
We met at The Diamond Company I worked for Duane 15yrs Marcy my youngest daughter was in Jr high school she met Tray & we talked about him & Sonny with Lupe LOL Tissa new Lupe also he fixed her truck
But he will be missed & the things that bring tears today will bring smiles in the future he will live on in all the memories. RIP my friend if we are lucky & keep God in our lives we shall all meet again NEVER SAY GOODBUY JUST I SEE YA LATER
PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL
TERESA BLEDSOE ,MARCY BATES ,TISSA CHANDLER
GENE MATHEWS
June 12, 2023
RIP LUPE, I WILL MISS YOU GREATLY. SO MANY GREAT MEMORIES TO ALWAYS KEEP YOU ALIVE IN MY HEART.
Mr. & Mrs. Elton Powell
June 9, 2023
Our deepest, condolence, thoughts and prayers to the family.
Chito Morales
June 9, 2023
My Condolences to his family, and My Comadre Margie on the loss of her Brother. Lupe was always a kind and helpful person. Racing was in his blood....
Sam Howell
June 9, 2023
Lupe was a great friend for many years. Besides a friendship we assisted each other in our respective professional knowledge. He will be missed. Rest in Peace my friend.
Sheli Taylor
June 8, 2023
I've known Lupe for most of my life. He's always been a close family friend. He had a kind heart. He'd help if you needed anything. Took the kids on vacations. But most of all , he was a really good friend. He will be deeply missed
Tonya Douglas
June 8, 2023
Lupe has been a trusted friend for over two decades, I will be forever thankful you were a part of my life. Rest in peace.
Mary Acosta
June 7, 2023
Will be missed ,Prayers with family
Jerry Smith
June 7, 2023
Lupe was a good man.
Russell Neal
June 7, 2023
Be at rest my friend thank you for your service to this country.
Arnulfo Madrigal jr
June 7, 2023
Lupe rest in peace
Kay Witzel
June 7, 2023
You truly were a blessing thank you for all you did RIP
Len Kirkpatrick
June 6, 2023
Lupe, you were a wonderful friend. I was blessed to have your friendship and you will be greatly missed. Rest in peace and enjoy being with your family and Jesus. Enjoy no more pain and sorrow just beauty and what we can only imagine heaven will be.
Connie Foret
June 6, 2023
Our heartfelt condolences to Michael and family. Lupe was a sweet soul who lived, loved and enjoyed life to the fullest. Always willing to help in any way possible. To him family always came first. Cousin you will be greatly missed by everyone. May God's perpetual light guide you to your forever home. Fly high on angels wings. May the memories you have of Lupe bring you peace and confort.
TOOTER MCCLURG
June 6, 2023
WE WERE BEST FRIENDS FOR OVER 25 YEARS SAD TO LOOSE HIM
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