Juan Manuel Quijada's Obituary
Juan Manuel Quijada passed away October 18th peacefully in his home.
He just turned 71 on October 8th. He was a very talented mechanic.
Early on he worked as a baker, welder and construction. When younger he loved to go to the dances, and to box, he always put up a good fight. He enjoyed telling stories about his ranch days, growing up helping his dad work on the ranch. Juan had 7 sisters and 4 brothers who he loved very much. In 1974 he married Juanita, they have 7 children Loretta Quijada, Veronica Quijada, Crystal Quijada, Jessica Larreinaga Quijada, Cynthia Mandy Quijada, Juan Jesus Quijada and Andrea Quijada.
Many grand children and great grandchildren. Juan Manuel maybe Meño or Tata to you, he was so very loved, he always greeted you with this genuine happiness that was unlike any other.
He enjoyed being with his wife and kids, hanging out in the garage working on cars with his nephews and going to the casino.
Q'vo - until we meet again
Love you always
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