Miguel Villanueva Obituary (1929 - 2014) - Springfield, Massachusetts

Springfield~ Miguel Villanueva, 85, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2014, surrounded by his loving family. Miguel was born in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico on January 1, 1929. He was predeceased by his wife, Aida Villanueva and by his daughter, Maria Oquendo. He leaves to cherish his memory: his 4 sons, Ramon, Luis, Miguel and Edwin Villanueva; and his 3 daughters, Elizabeth Villanueva, Sonia Vazquez and Nancy Villanueva. He is also survived by his 21 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Miguel will be warmly remembered for his admirable personality. Miguel was strong-willed and always had a positive view of life. He loved Christ and was a reborn Christian. He had a passion for playing the guitar, auto mechanics, and wrestling. He taught his children about respect and sympathy for all human beings. He fought until the very end. He will be greatly missed. The Calling Hours will be held on Monday, August 11, from 6 - 8 p.m. at 730 State St. The Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, August 12, from 9 - 10 a.m. at Puerta Del Cielo(r) Funeral Home, 730 State St., Springfield. The Burial will be in St. Benedict's Cemetery, 1 Cottage Grove Rd., Bloomfield, CT 06002.