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Michael Hinojosa Obituary

Michael Rafael Hinojosa passed away peacefully on Monday, May 13, 2019 at the age of 61. Cherished fiancé of Ginger Hetrich, loving father of Brandi Bigler (David) and Daniel Hinojosa (Melody), beloved son of Nathalie and the late Rafael Hinojosa Jr. Michael also leaves behind six grandchildren, Payton Radosta, Noah Bigler, Jonah Bigler, Julia Bigler, Annalaura Hinojosa and Emmaline Hinojosa. Brother of Ricky Hinojosa (Julie), Ralph Hinojosa, Randy Hinojosa (Susan) and Kathy Hinojosa-Brown. Uncle of Christy Bivens (Travis), Jeffrey Hinojosa (Lauren), Craig Hinojosa, Rachael Hinojosa (Kayla), Lauren LeBlanc (Paul) and Megan Haley (Richie). Godchild of Richard Hinojosa (Mary) and Godfather of Ryan Blanda and Edmond Fisher. Michael's family would like to make a special mention of Darryl Brown (Pam), Eddie Fisher, Tommy Clay and numerous friends whom Michael cherished. A generous man who was larger than life and had a heart of gold, Michael leaves behind many loved ones who will miss him dearly. A graduate of Archbishop Shaw High School (class of '76) and the founder and owner of Midship Marine Inc., Michael started his career as a self-taught Naval Architect and Marine Engineer before founding his company. Family and friends are invited to attend funeral services being held at Westside Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home located at 5101 Westbank Expressway in Marrero, Louisiana. A Mass will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2019 at 11:00am. Visitation will be from 9:00am until 11:00am. The family is requesting that in lieu of flowers a donation be made in Michael's memory to St. Jude Medical Center. An online guestbook is available at www.westsideleitzeagan.com.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from May 15 to May 18, 2019.

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Vicki Lynn

June 1, 2019

Dear Ginger,
I was so saddened to learn yesterday of Michael's passing. My last memory of him will be his time in Cumberland with you always by him loving him. You two were always so nice and sweet to talk to. I'm glad to have met him and wish you peace and comfort. I'm so sorry and send my sincere sympathies. Much love to you and may he Rest In Peace knowing how loved he was on earth .

clyde foret

May 20, 2019

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Sheryl and Dean Wilson

May 19, 2019

Sheryl and Dean Wilson

May 19, 2019

Sheryl and Dean Wilson

May 19, 2019

Sheryl and Dean Wilson

May 19, 2019

We have known Michael forever but in the last year we were having so much fun camping. He was a kind man and he will be missed.

May 19, 2019

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

May 18, 2019

Our condolences, thoughts and prayers to the entire Hinojosa family on this sudden and tragic loss. Mike was truly one-of-a-kind whose generosity and love of life will be remembered and sadly missed. May he rest in peace, Amen.

The Hand Family

Chris & Mike Steele

May 18, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Mikes's Family and friends.

Dennis Coulon

May 18, 2019

Loyal to his family, friends and his Alma Mater...his passing gives pause as I recall many fond memories. My condolences are extended to all who mourn his loss but know he enriched their lives. Dennis Coulon

Mike, Theophile & Ginger B @ Mike's B'day Party

Theophile Bourgeois

May 17, 2019

Exquisite Tribute Standing Spray

a loved one

Sent Flowers

Jimmy and Peggy Melerine

May 17, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers to the Hinojosa family. Mike was such a kind and thoughtful person. He will be sadly missed.

Terry Schultz

May 16, 2019

My condolences to all of Mike's family and many friends. I have many memories of Mike and his family and friends that came fishing every year up to Canada. His fun loving personality and generosity will be missed by many. R.I.P. Mike.

Faithful Blessings Bouquet - VASE INCLUDED

Terry Schultz

Sent Flowers

May 16, 2019

From my family to yours, our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.

Randy Scheuermann

Pastel Peace Basket

Emma White

Sent Flowers

Frances Husson

May 16, 2019

Hinojosa Family, So Sorry for your Loss, Michael was an inspiration to plenty.
Our Prayers are with your Family

Terry Gaspard

May 16, 2019

So sorry for your loss. To Rick, Randy, Ralph, Kathy and Mrs. Nat, your family will be in our prayers.

May 15, 2019

Sending prayers and comfort to Ginger and the family.
Love, Jonathan and Christa Brown

May 15, 2019

Sorry for your families lost I know how much they will miss you.
Susan and Woody Smith
Gloria Stein

Nora Maise

May 15, 2019

Ricky, Randy and the Hinojosa family I am sorry for your loss. R.I.P. Mike..

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