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Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Manuel Jesse Pena, a beloved husband, father, and friend. Jesse fell asleep in death on December 2, 2023, having been born on July 23, 1954.

Jesse was a man of charm, humor, adventure and industry. His charismatic nature, coupled with his knack for making people laugh, made him a joy to all who had the pleasure of knowing him. His adventurous spirit took him …

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Memories & condolences

Sending love and prayers to the whole family!
Sending love and prayers to the whole family!
Sending love and prayers to the whole family!
I married Jesse's daughter, Cristina in 2021.  I had the privilege  of meeting Jesse and Fern 2022.  Cristina shared ma…
I married Jesse's daughter, Cristina in 2021.  I had the privilege  of meeting Jesse and Fern 2022.…
I married Jesse's daughter, Cristina in 2021.  I had the privile…
My condolences go out to his entire family. Jesse was loved by all and will be missed . Sorry I couldn’t make it in per…
My condolences go out to his entire family. Jesse was loved by all and will be missed . Sorry I cou…
My condolences go out to his entire family. Jesse was loved by a…
Dear Pena family, I wish we could attend Jesse’s memorial. We will be on a flight home that day. We are thankful that J…
Dear Pena family, I wish we could attend Jesse’s memorial. We will be on a flight home that day. We…
Dear Pena family, I wish we could attend Jesse’s memorial. We wi…

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Place of Worship

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Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

Favorites

What was Manuel's favorite color?
Red
Red
Red
What were Manuel's favorite local spots?
Any hole in the wall resturant
Any hole in the wall resturant
Any hole in the wall resturant
What were Manuel's favorite vacation spots?
Yosemite National Park,
Yosemite National Park,
Yosemite National Park,
What were Manuel's favorite ways to exercise?
Hiking
Hiking
Hiking

Timeline

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Born

July 23rd, 1954
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Baptism

July 17th, 1970
San Jose, CA
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Got married to Fern Pena

September 22nd, 1979
San Jose, CA

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Other key details

Cause of death

Cancer

Method of disposition

Cremation

California Funeral Alternatives
Funeral services provided by

California Funeral Alternatives

Hospice care provided by

Gentiva Hospice

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