It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Mr. José de Jesús "Chuy" Padilla, affectionately known as Chuy, on May 2, 2025. Born on April 25, 1949, Chuy lived a life full of kindness, love and generosity. A loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Chuy's warm and jovial spirit touched the hearts of everyone around him.

Chuy is survived by his daughters, Debra Lerma and Patricia Dahlke; son, Nicholas Lerma; grandchildren, Nicholas and Jonah Dahlke, Cassandrah and Rosie Mungia, Daniel Mungia, Angelo, Dominick and Lorenzo Stubitsch; and his siblings, Raquel, Martha, Rogelio, Miguel, Nacho and Juventino Padilla. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Norma Padilla, and grandson, Tyler Lerma-Miller.

Beyond his family, Chuy will be remembered for his love of simple pleasures. He relished in the taste of Nopales and Agua mineral, and was a fan of the TV show Jajaja - a Spanish comedy. An ardent supporter of Football Mexicano, Chuy was also fond of long walks and spending quality time with his beloved wife. He often found solace in the beauty of Mexico, one of his favourite vacation spots.

Chuy was a man of few accomplishments, the greatest being his attainment of U.S. citizenship. He was a man who encapsulated the essence of kindness and contributed to his family with a spirit of generosity. Blackie, his beloved dog, will sorely miss his companion.

Chuy's life was a testament to his favourite lesson - to be kind. He leaves behind a legacy marked by love, kindness, and generosity that will continue to live on in the hearts of his surviving family members and friends.

In honour of Chuy's life, funds are being raised for "Help With Memorial Expenses". If you would like to contribute, kindly make a donation at https://everloved.com/life-of….

As we bid farewell to Chuy, we reflect on his life's journey and rejoice in the joy and love he brought into our lives.

Con un corazón pesado, anunciamos el fallecimiento del Sr. José de Jesús "Chuy" Padilla, cariñosamente conocido como Chuy, el 2 de mayo de 2025. Nacido el 25 de abril de 1949, Chuy vivió una vida llena de amabilidad, amor y generosidad. Un padre, abuelo, hermano y amigo amoroso, el cálido y jovial espíritu de Chuy tocó los corazones de todos los que lo rodeaban. Chuy deja atrás a sus hijas, Ana Maria Mungia, Debra Lerma y Patricia Dahlke; hijo, Nicholas Lerma; nietos, Nicholas y Jonah Dahlke, Cassandrah y Rosie Mungia, Daniel Mungia, Angelo, Dominick y Lorenzo Stubitsch; y a sus hermanos, Raquel, Martha, Rogelio, Miguel, Nacho y Juventino Padilla. Fue precedido en la muerte por su amada esposa, Norma Padilla, y su nieto, Tyler Lerma-Miller.

Más allá de su familia, Chuy será recordado por su amor a los placeres simples. Disfrutaba del sabor de los nopales y el agua mineral, y era fanático del programa de televisión Jajaja, una comedia española. Un ferviente apoyo del fútbol mexicano, Chuy también disfrutaba de largas caminatas y de pasar tiempo de calidad con su amada esposa. A menudo encontraba consuelo en la belleza de México, uno de sus lugares de vacaciones favoritos.  Chuy era un hombre de pocos logros, siendo el más grande la obtención de su ciudadanía estadounidense. Era un hombre que encarnaba la esencia de la amabilidad y contribuía a su familia con un espíritu de generosidad.   Blackie, su perro amado, extrañará enormemente a su compañero.

La vida de Chuy fue un testimonio de su lección favorita: ser amable.  Deja un legado marcado por el amor, la bondad y la generosidad que continuará viviendo en los corazones de sus familiares y amigos sobrevivientes.En honor a la vida de Chuy, se están recaudando fondos para "Ayuda con los Gastos del Memorial".  Si desea contribuir, por favor haga una donación en https://everloved.com/life-of…. Al despedirnos de Chuy, reflexionamos sobre el viaje de su vida y nos regocijamos en la alegría y el amor que trajo a nuestras vidas.

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