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1953 Jose 2024

Jose Manuel Varela

November 20, 1953 — August 11, 2024

Glenn Heights

Jose Manuel Varela, nacido el 20 de noviembre de 1953 en Carichi, Chihuahua, México, falleció pacíficamente el 11 de agosto de 2024 en Dallas, Texas. Su vida vibrante y su espíritu inquebrantable serán profundamente extrañados por su familia y todos los que lo conocieron.

Nacido con un corazón lleno de amor y un espíritu de resiliencia, Jose Manuel vivió una vida marcada por su bondad, humor y optimismo. Fue un padre devoto de Edith Alejandra Blanco, Joel Varela y Ximena Varela, y un querido yerno de Ever Lenin Blanco, Viridiana Gamboa y Carlos Acosta. Su amor se extendió a sus nietos: Lenin Eduardo Blanco, Leslie Varela, Yuriana Lizett Varela, Ever Lenin Blanco Jr., Joel Manuel Varela, Cesar Antonio Acosta, Caleb Aaron Acosta, Jacob Gael Varela y Valentina Acosta.

La vida de Jose Manuel fue un testimonio de su generosa y desinteresada naturaleza. Fue un gran padre, abuelo, hijo y hermano que superó numerosos desafíos a lo largo de su vida. A pesar de las dificultades, siguió siendo un faro de alegría y apoyo para su familia, ayudando a criar a sus hermanos y siempre poniendo a los demás antes que a sí mismo. Su actitud amigable, presencia reconfortante y acciones consideradas lo convirtieron en amigo de todos los que lo conocieron.

El Rosario se llevará a cabo el jueves 15 de agosto a las 7:00 PM en Hawkins Funeral Home en Decatur. Una Misa en su honor tendrá lugar el viernes 16 de agosto a las 10:30 AM en la Iglesia Católica Asunción de la Santísima Virgen María en Decatur, Texas.

El legado de amor, risa y resiliencia de Jose Manuel Varela vivirá en los corazones de su familia y amigos. Su memoria será siempre una fuente de consuelo e inspiración para quienes tuvieron la fortuna de conocerlo.

Jose Manuel Varela, born November 20, 1953, in Carichi, Chihuahua, Mexico, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2024, in Dallas, Texas. His vibrant life and unwavering spirit will be deeply missed by his family and all who knew him.

Born with a heart full of love and a spirit of resilience, Jose Manuel lived a life marked by his kindness, humor, and optimism. He was a devoted father to Edith Alejandra Blanco, Joel Varela, and Ximena Varela, and a cherished father-in-law to Ever Lenin Blanco, Viridiana Gamboa, and Carlos Acosta. His love extended to his grandchildren: Lenin Eduardo Blanco, Leslie Varela, Yuriana Lizett Varela, Ever Lenin Blanco Jr., Joel Manuel Varela, Cesar Antonio Acosta, Caleb Aaron Acosta, Jacob Gael Varela, and Valentina Acosta.

Jose Manuel's life was a testament to his generous and selfless nature. He was a great father, grandfather, son, and brother who overcame numerous challenges throughout his life. Despite the difficulties, he remained a beacon of joy and support for his family, helping to raise his siblings and always putting others before himself. His friendly demeanor, comforting presence, and thoughtful actions made him a friend to everyone he met.

A Rosary will be held on Thursday, August 15th, at 7:00 PM at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur. A Mass in his honor will take place on Friday, August 16th, at 10:30 AM at the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Decatur, Texas.

Jose Manuel Varela’s legacy of love, laughter, and resilience will live on in the hearts of his family and friends. His memory will forever be a source of comfort and inspiration to those who were fortunate to know him.

To send flowers to the family in memory of Jose Manuel Varela, please visit our flower store.

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Thursday, August 15, 2024

6:00 - 8:00 pm (Central time)

Hawkins Funeral Home - Decatur

405 East Main Street, Decatur, TX 76234

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Thursday, August 15, 2024

Starts at 7:00 pm (Central time)

Hawkins Funeral Home - Decatur

405 East Main Street, Decatur, TX 76234

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Mass of Christian Burial

Friday, August 16, 2024

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Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church

1305 South Deer Park Road, Decatur, TX 76234

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