Always have great memories of you
Yur Bud Randel
This memorial website was created in memory of our dearest loved one, Ralph Arthur Nuñez. He was only 60 years old. We lost him too soon and our hearts are hurting in a big way.
He was born on September 1, 1953 and he brought our family much joy. I first saw him when he was born. He was a very happy baby. We both went to Whittier High School for a duration; later he went to Pioneer High School.
Well, he always treasured the memory of ourselves in high school. He frequently related those times to me because he remembered that I alone wanted to walk with him in between classes and lunch time. He always noticed the "little things, and I am thankful to have him as my very own brother my whole life.
Later we worked together and carpooled. He was a lot of fun just being good about being himself. It is his faith in God, his sincerity and wholeheartedness that made him who he became.
Years later, Ralph took ill. Then at age 60 (mid-March 2014), Ralph became severely ill, so he self-admitted to Whittier Hospital but he died on March 25, 2014. We do not understand why the hospital didn't call our home, for surely the Coronor did. That was shocking, to say the least.
So we are all grieving over losing him. Ralph was the "apple" of Mama's eye, and it was so easy to see why. I've known him all of my life and he was mindful about all of us. Life wasn't easy for him, for his health took a toll. My sisters and I are glad that this didn't happen while Mama was alive, for the agony would have killed her.
Our brother was a very generous person, considerate and kind. He had deep faith in God and His written Word, The Holy Bible. ~ There are so many good attributes to describe him. ~ he was a hearty worker during his employment years. Especially, though, It brought him much joy to buy Mama earrings and fine jewelry along with giving to others.
Ralph was a giver. He always gave of himself, his time, energies, from his heart and, O God in heaven, we miss him dearly!
All we really want is closure. The time and place are yet to be determined.
In advance, thank you for leaving your name as a tribute and a note if you are inclined to do so.
Ralph is survived by:
THE PETE NUÑEZ, JR. FAMILY
Viviana Eileen Forrest, Miriam Anna Parker, Monica Anna Barksdale, sisters; Peter Nunez, III, brother.
Joseph John Baglio, Kerry Leigh Forrest, Jerry Wayne Parker, Sr., Theodore Raymond Barksdale ~ Brothers-in-law
Aaron Michael Sanchez, Eric James Baglio, Jeffrey Leonard Miller, Jerry Wayne Parker, Jr. ~ Nephews
Candy Eileen Forrest, Tara Dee Nuñez, Camera Rhiana Parker, Adora Angela, Jessica Rose Mary & Rebecca Grace Barksdale ~ Nieces
This website only allows 3 photos.
The last time I saw my brother, Ralph, was the day of Mama's funeral at Rose Hills Cemetary. We decided to stop by the 99c Store over on Hacienda Blvd. and Gale Avenue in Hacienda Heights. When we got out of the car and Ralph saw us, he looked so happy. I walked over to him and gave him a big hug. I saw tears in his eyes... I told him that Mama died and that we were just at Rose Hills for her memorial. I gave him the program; Mama's photos were on it, and I knew he would cherish it-- as he mourned her loss. Camera, Chester, and Jerry also hugged Ralph. We told him we would come back to see him again and we drove home. It was early January 2013.
I'll always remember how Ralph would smile and hug me and give me a kiss, he always called me sweet things even though I wasn't the sweetest child. He called me Princess or LadyBug. He even stood up for me if my brother or my parents said anything that didnt sound right towards me.
Once I had a really bad toothache. I was in bed crying for days and he came and visited me, it surprised me but he gave me a hug and encouraging words for getting better. Ralph was always approachable. You just have to approach him with love and respect.