Reynaldo Tapia

Reynaldo Tapia , 91 , passed peacefully away July 27, 2016 in his home in Casa Grande. He was born on October 10, 1924 to Miguel and Joaquina Tapia .

Reynaldo is survived by:
Manuel Tapia (Brother), Henry Tapia (Brother), "Uncle" Mike Tapia (Brother), Hortencia Villarreal (Sister), Marie Tejada (Daughter), George Tapia (Son) Tootsie Tapia (Son), Macie Tapia McDonald (Daughter), Linda Tapia Burton (Daughter), Christopher (Guy) Tapia (Son) 12 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and God-children.
He was preceded in death by:
Miguel Tapia Sr. (Father), Joaquina Tapia (Mother) Eva Tapia (Wife) , Maggie Acuna (Sister)
Reynaldo was a kind man, the "God-Father of the neighborhood." He loved to fish, but hated eating the fish, and he loved to camp, spending many summers in the White Mountains. He was a devout Catholic, and a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus, continuing the tradition of The Christmas Rosary, a tradition that began in the 1800’s. His assistance in raising money for and the building of St. Anthony's Catholic Church will always be remembered. His helpful nature and patient demeanor is known throughout the community, never expecting anything in return; a "thank-you" was enough. He will be remembered for his place in the community and his faith in his Lord. No one left the house without a blessing. Reynaldo will be missed. "Me, too."

The family will receive friends at The Gardens Chapel on Monday, August 1, 2016 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. with Father Ariel Lustan officiating. Interment will be at Mt. View Cemetery to follow.

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