VALDEZ, Jesus Antonio

Published by Yuma Sun on Jan. 16, 2022 - Yuma, Arizona >> February 20, 1961 - November 10, 2021 << Jesus Antonio Valdez passed away at YRMC in Yuma, AZ on November 10, 2021 due to complications from COVID-19. Jesus was born in Cananea, Mexico to his parents Astolfo Valdez Meza and Yolanda Valdez. Jesus (Tony) was a wonderful father, grandfather (tata), brother and friend to all who knew him. His favorite moments were spending time with his grandchildren, children, and long time partner. He also loved BBQing, playing softball, making others laugh and helping his son out at his pizza restaurant. Tony spent most of his life as a floor installer after moving to the United States from Mexico. With his work ethic he quickly became a prominent name in Yuma, AZ to all carpet businesses. He later became a U.S. citizen to fulfill his journey of living a better life for he and his family. For Tony, his grandchildren were his purpose in life. He spent most days creating memories with them. He made them feel special. They always looked forward to visits or school pickups from tata. The kids could call him at anytime of any day and he'd always answer. At the end of the day, Tony's fulfillment came from helping others. There were times when wed think he'd be working too hard but for him that's all he wanted. The joy he got from helping others is something that will stick with all of us. He will be forever remembered and engraved in our hearts. Tony is survived by his longtime partner Yolanda Navarro, children Divina Valdez her partner Jose Ayala and Douglas Valdez his fianc Kailey Jo Stanhope, grandchildren Angel, Ashton, Aolani, Zayden and Prince, siblings Francisca Munguia Valdez, Martha Valdez, Guadalupe Valdez, and Juan Valdez, nieces and nephews Gerardo, Noe, Juan Antonio, Ana Sylvia, Juan Carlos, Ana Yolanda, Rodolfo, Esteban, Karla, Cruz, Elizabeth, Guadalupe, Beatriz, Patricia, Yolanda and Elidad. A burial of ashes will be in the near future, if you would like to be a part of that please contact his son Douglas Valdez. Please sign the guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/yumasun
Posted by mhenderson on January 18, 2022

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