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Wilfredo Diaz Lopez Sr.
Wilfredo Diaz Lopez Sr., “Freddie”, 64, was born on October 16, 1951 in Riobiedras, Puerto Rico to Leonardo Torres and Maria Elena Lopez.
Freddie passed away suddenly on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 in Kearny, AZ. He was 64 years old. He enjoyed being outdoors cooking out, fishing or just having a good time with family and friends. He was an outgoing, spirited man with a laugh or smile for whoever happened to cross his path. He was known by everyone and loved by most.
Freddie served three years in the United States Army and was very proud of all the honors he was awarded. He was very proud to let all know that he served in the Vietnam War and proudly wore his hats wherever he went. He would grow to tell his kids the stories of his adventures whether they were good memories or bad.
Freddie moved to Kearny, AZ in 1983 with his then small family which would then become a huge brood of Lopezes. He was always a hardworking man and held many jobs before settling down at the Asarco Ray Mines where he then retired as a heavy equipment operator. He always did whatever he could to take care of his family. He enjoyed everything life threw his way and always has a story or a proud moment to share with whoever would listen.
Freddie is preceded in death by his parents and infant daughter Maria Lopez.
He leaves behind his three brothers and one sister, Adalberto (Barbara) Lopez of Kearny, Ernesto Lopez of Reading, PA, Juan Antonio Lopez of Puerto Rico, and Tammy Flores of Tucson. He also leave behind his children: Juan Antonio Lopez of North Carolina, Wilfredo Jr. (Esperanza) Lopez of Phoenix, Tony Lopez of Kearny, Yvette (Patrick) Monitjo of Hayden, Reggie Lopez of Globe, Mannie Lopez of Globe and Jose Lopez of Coolidge; and many nieces , nephews, and grandchildren.
Services for Freddie will be held on Friday, April 8, 2016 at Griffith Mortuary in Kearny, AZ. Viewing will be at 1 p.m. followed by a funeral service at 2 p.m., and reception to follow at the General Kearny Inn patio.
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