Andrew Ostiguin, Sr. |
| Posted 2025-07-29 by mhenderson |
| Published by Yuma Sun on Jul. 27, 2025 - Yuma, Arizona - >> Andrew Ostiguin, Sr. << >> November 10, 1941 - July 21, 2025 << It is with heartfelt sorrow we announce the peaceful passing of Andrew Ostiguin, Sr., age 83 on July 21, 2025. Andy was born in the small community of Allenfarm, Texas and raised in the farm community of Courtney, Texas. He was the eldest of nine children and helped provide for his family. As farm workers in the 1940- 60s they traveled extensively throughout Texas and Michigan. His hard work and determination formed his work ethics and love for family. In 1964, he proudly joined the United States Marine Corps and served his country in the Vietnam War (Tour 65-66). He was stationed at MCAS in Yuma, Arizona and was Honorably Discharged. Andy worked for many years in the 70s at Yuma County Water Users' and BLM in the 80s. Andy eventually began his Civil Service's career at Yuma Proving Ground at the Main Post and eventually as an Artillery Mechanic at the Kofa Range, where he eventually retired. He enjoyed working there and made many friends. Andy was preceded in death by his parents, Victoriano Ostiguin, Sr. and Guadalupe Ostiguin; three brothers, Victor Jr. (Melita), Marcus and Alejandro. He is survived by his five sisters, Modesta Flores (John ), Louisa Flores (Johnny), Lupita (Roger), Caroline (Tommy), Janie (Larry); aunts, Tina Arnold, Eva Ostigin and many nephews, nieces and cousins all from Texas. Andy is also survived by his wife Christina, of 57 years and their two sons, Andrew Ostiguin, Jr., Alexander Ostiguin; grandchildren: Michael A. (Iza), Allissah A., Marcus A. Ostiguin and Andie Elaine Leon; great-grandchildren: Sophia, Micaela, Isaac Jr., Andrew Leon, J'Da and Amara Ostiguin. A Viewing and Rosary will be held on August 8, 2025 from 8:30 am to 9:00 am at Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission, located at 417 S 15th Ave., Yuma, AZ 85364. Funeral Mass will follow from 9:00 am to 10:00 am. Burial immediately after at Johnson Desert Lawn Cemetery with Military honors. A celebration of life will follow burial at the Elks Lodge, located at 1917 W 32nd Street, Yuma, AZ. Pallbearers will be Michael A. Ostiguin. Marcus A. Ostiguin, David Miknaitis, Matthew Miknaitis, Jacob Miknaitis, Ray Ramos. Honorary Pall bearers are Andrew Ostiguin Jr., Alexander Ostiguin, Allissah A. Ostiguin, Maurice R. Lopez, Kyle Dandoy, Isaac Leon Jr., Andrew Leon. Please sign the guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/yumasun |
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