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PERALES Benito Sr. Benito Perales Sr., 79, of Toledo, OH passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends, in his home on August 29, 2008. Benito was one of seven children born to Angelita and Francisco Perales Sr. on April 3, 1929, in Primera, Texas. Benito worked for the LOF Glass Company for 42 years, before retiring in 1991. He was a golden gloves boxer from 1948 - 1951. He had a total of 105 boxing matches. In 1952, he wed Lucia Martinez. They were married for 56 happy years and had 4 children. Benito was an active member in the community. He was the founder and president of the Mexican American Patriotic Association. He owned Perales Trucking, and helped build I-75. He owned and operated Perales Restaurant on Main St. He enjoyed music and dancing. He formed the Mexican bands, Los Alegres del Norte, La Orchestra Perales and Conjunto Perales. He also managed Los Charros del Norte, a Mexican American dance group and Los Imperials Mariachis. Benito was also a local dance and concert promoter. Benito was a loving and supporting husband, father and grandfather. He was always there with a helping hand and a listening ear. He was loved and will be missed by many. Benito is survived by his wife, Lucia; sons, Bennie Jr. (Blanca) Francisco; daughters, Margaret (Robert) Layne, and Lucy "LuLu" Perales; brothers, Benjamin (Evangeline), and Alberto; sister, Erlinda Alvarado; sister-in-law, Virginia Perales; brother-in-law, Jose Montalvo Sr.; 8 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Alfredo, and Francisco, and sister, Theresa Montalvo. Friends and family may visit Eggleston Meinert Pavley Funeral Home, Oregon Chapel, 440 S. Coy Rd. on Monday, September 1, 2008 from 5-9 p.m. and Tuesday from 2 - 9 p.m. where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Funeral services will begin in the funeral home on Wednesday at 9 a.m. and proceed to St. Peter and Paul's Church for 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will take place at Restlawn Memorial Park. Memorial contributions in Benito's name will be greatly appreciated by the family. www.egglestonmeinert.com

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Published by The Blade on Aug. 31, 2008.

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Joe & Rebecca Ramirez

September 6, 2008

Dearest Lucia & family, our prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. We lost a friend of many years we are sorry we weren't there but we really care. May the Lord comfort all of you.

Gloria Martinez

September 3, 2008

Margaret, LuLu, Benny Jr, and Frankie, We wish we could have been with you at your time of sorrow. Our deepest sympathy to all of you and to Lucy. Love you all, Gloria and Anthony

Erminia Moreno

September 3, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Perales Family. We are sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed.

- The Parra Family

Norma & Juan Fernandez

September 2, 2008

Dear Lulu & Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
We are sorry for your loss. He'll be greatly missed.

Virginia Duron

September 2, 2008

I send my prayers and condolences to your family. A poem that may help you all:

A Fallem Limb

A limb has fallen from the family tree.
I keep hearing a voice that says,
"grieve not for me."
Remember the best times, the laughter, the songs.
The good of my life I lived while I was strong.
Continue my heritage. I'm counting on you.
Keep on smiling and surely, the sun will shine through.
My mind is at ease, my soul is at rest,
Remembering all...how I was truely blessed.
Continue traditions, no matter how small,
Go on with you life, don't just stare at the wall.
I miss you all dearly, so keep up your chin,
Until the day comes that we're together again.

Georgina & Fred Molina, & daughter, Maria Dionne Rodriguez

September 2, 2008

Dearest Lucia, LuLu and Margaret:
Our deepest sympathy to all of you and the rest of the family. Benito "Benny" was a FANTASTIC person full of laughter and sincerity. Most importantly he always made me and my daughter feel like family and treated us with the utmost respect. When I had a problem he could tell by the look on my face and he didn't hesitate to ask if I needed to talk to him and Lucy. Lucia, you have to know how much you meant to him and how much he will be looking over you until you are with him again. Lulu and Margaret... your father was so proud of both of you. I miss seeing the two of you and those unending smiles. I will always remember your father (and all of you) fondly and in prayer. The community truly lost a person of great inspiraton and belief when they lost Benny. God bless all of you. Much love,

September 2, 2008

Lulu , Bob & family
I'm very sorry to hear the loss of your father. God bless you and your family. ~ R.I.P Mr. Perales ~

Nora Vargas-Castro

Gerald & Lydia Rosales

September 1, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Perales family in this difficult time. Que Dios los bendiga y los cuide.

Mary and Joe Marquez

September 1, 2008

We want you to know we share in your sorrow. We have thought of you often and the special times we had together. It has been a long time, but he has never been forgotten. Remember the good times and he will be with you. Our prayers are with you.

Dena Montalvo-Hammye

August 31, 2008

Sharing your sorrow in the loss of Uncle Benny, and sending deepest sympathy at this difficult time.

Erv Wegert

August 31, 2008

The family has my condolences
Erv Wegert LOF plant #4 Maintenance

Virginia Gonzalez

August 31, 2008

perales family, I know you have lost someone very special and our prayers, and hugs are with all of you! Benny was a great friend, and someone we will never forget. It was a blessing to have known him. His spirit and love lives on in all of you! God Bless His Soul & All of You.
Bobby and Virginia Gonzalez

Andrea L. Boyak

August 31, 2008

I am keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers especially in this time of sorrow. I know that Mr. Perales is in Paradise now with all those who have gone before him. Remember, death is not just dying but it is also the beginning of a New Life with God above.

May you all find peace in knowing he is in loving hands and will be waiting for you with open arms.

Love and Peace,
Andrea L. Boyak(Silva)

August 31, 2008

lucy & family, greatly sorry for your loss. our prayers are with you. we know you are one strong lady. see you sometime around. Mrs maria lopez

Mr & Mrs Robert Delgado

August 31, 2008

I love you Grandpa!!!!

Isabel Sanchez & Fernando Gonzalez

August 31, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to the entire family Perales. Our prayers & thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow.We've lost a wonderful friend of the Community. His wisdom will be carried on for years to come through his loving family.

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