Michael Mariano Padilla Armenta

Michael Mariano Padilla Armenta, 48, passed to heaven with his family surrounding him on  June 16, 2025. He was born September 8, 1976 to the union of James Michael and Bertha Armenta.

Michael was hardworking and a strong leader of the family. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He enjoyed being a Wind Turbine Tech and traveling the country. His hobbies were playing pool and making sick beats with his computer. Michael thoroughly enjoyed his mother’s cooking. Most of all he enjoyed spending his time with family and friends, especially his children and grandchildren. He was a fighter until the end and he is resting peacefully in God’s hands.

Michael leaves to cherish his memory, his parents, James M. and Bertha J. Armenta; his spouse, Bea Valdez; his children, Jasmine Padilla, Dalilah Padilla (Benny Carrillo), Jesse (Venus) Padilla and Josiah Padilla; his siblings, Frances (Henry Smith) Armenta, Christina (Thomas) Montano and Carlos (Athena) Armenta; godchildren, Trinity Armenta and Seleña Raygoza; grandchildren, Eli and Julianna Carrillo; best friend of 35 years, Alfonso Silva; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews who loved and will miss Michael.

 Funeral Mass, 9:30 am, Wed., June 25, 2025 at Cathedral of The Sacred Heart.

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