Jose G. Figueroa
November 17, 1940 ~ July 30, 2010
Jose G. Figueroa, 69 years old, was born on November 17, 1940 to Pedro and Maria Figueroa in Juncos, Puerto Rico. He entered into rest on July 30, 2010.
He attended school in Puerto Rico and graduated from Benitez High School. On March 3, 1959, he enlisted in the United States Army and proudly served his country for five and half years. On December 28, 1963 he married the love of his life Maria "Lucy" Castillo. This union was blessed with four sons; Domingo, Gilbert, Edwin and Scott.
Jose retired after twenty-eight years of service as a truck driver with Central Freight Lines.
He loved his family and friends very much. Spending time with his family was very important to him and never missed an opportunity for everyone to get together and celebrate. It was a special time for him when he was playing his "El Quattro" guitar, singing, teaching his grandchildren to dance, bar-b-queuing and traveling to the Hill Country. He enjoyed building Hot Rods with his adopted brothers; Leroy and James Henderson. He considered Vicente Rivera as a father figure in his life.
Jose was a good man, always kind, true and helpful. He was respected by all who knew him. He never met a stranger and everyone he met became his friend.
He was preceded in death by his brother James Henderson. Jose leaves behind to cherish his memory and to carry on his legacy of love: his loving wife of 46 years, Lucy; his sons; Domingo and his wife Veronica, Gilbert, Edwin and his wife Irene, Scott and his wife Laura; granddaughters, Amber, Amanda, Lauren, Caitlyn, Aubrey and Alyssa; grandsons, Joe, Dominic, Demitri, Christian and Nicholas; step-grandchildren, Brendon Trader, Mario Garza and Daniella Carrizalez; great-grandchildren, Paul, Jr. and Jeremy; sister-in-law, Juanita Castillo; brother, Leroy Henderson and the entire Henderson family; numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
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Papi was a great person, which I consider my grandfather even though he was my step-grandfather. I’m glad I got the chance to get to know him. I hope to meet up again with you Papi. Hopefully not soon but over the years to come. I love you Papi! Love, Danielle Carrisal Papi was one great guy. I loved him so much. I miss him. He was the best grandpa ever. He’s the one in my heart. I love you still. Love, Caitlyn Lily Figueroa Papi, I love and miss you very much. Love, Christian Diego Jose, you are a great man that everyone loves as much as the earth loves the sun a man of great value and honor and for that you shall be remembered with the best of thoughts and that we wish you the best of luck god speed. Mario Dad, you are a man that everyone admires and respects. When someone needed something, you were always there for them. When someone was down, you gave them hope and laughter. We will miss the way that you always called to see how we were. You were just that kind of person and you will be missed greatly. You will always be in our hearts and our souls. WE LOVE YOU! Roni and Domingo.
Lucy and boys, my deepest sympathy to you all and the entire family. As you comprehend this profound loss, let yourself cry knowing each tear is a note of love rising to the heavens. May your memories give you strength. Figa (as I knew him) will be truly missed. Keeping all of you and your family in prayer. Love always.
My dear cousin Lucy, Sons and Family. My deepest sympathy for your loss of a warmhearted, kind and giving man. My remembrances from him were laughter and joyful. He made me laugh, dance, and celebrate life in the moment while we were together having barbeques at his home or anywhere else. He was always making sure I had a good time, was fed and made sure I was comfortable in his home. Memories were made of these, the man whom I will remember as “Figa”. He was always there for all the families around him especially his sons. Mingo, Nene, Edwin and Scott, your dad was the most celebrated man I’ve ever met. You were so lucky to have him love you as a father should love his children, “unconditionally”. Through thick and thin he was always there. Lucy, no words can describe how much he loved you. And you loved him till his heart gave out, literally. You will continue to love him till you meet with him again. My heart goes out to all of you and I pray that your faith will create inner peace and God will send you his blessings. If there is anything I can do to help heal your pain, please don’t hesitate to call on me. I’ll carry your load and walk the path of darkness until it starts to fade.
Figa will forever be missed, only memories can carry on his love,
Love you always Figa,
Dora Gusman and your grandsons