Raul Estrada's Obituary
Raul Estrada, 85, of San Diego, CA, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026.
Raul was born on March 9, 1941, in Chihuahua, Mexico, to Vidal Estrada and Eulalia Dominguez. He was known for his strong work ethic and his unwavering dedication to providing for his family. Throughout his life, Raul worked as a laborer in the construction industry and was a proud member of Local 89 for more than 50 years.
In 1970, Raul married Rosalina Cisneros, and together they raised their three children — Ricardo, Odette, and Wendy. He loved reading, crossword puzzles, caring for his home, and spending time in his garage building furniture for his family, including chairs, cribs, and other pieces for his grandchildren.
Raul is survived by his wife of 55 years, Rosalina; his children; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and many extended family members and friends who will miss him dearly. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vidal and Eulalia; his brothers Alfredo, Elias, Ernesto, and Armando; and his sisters Cruz, Ramona, Maria Luisa, and Belen.
A Mass will be held on Monday, June 15, 2026, at St. Catherine Laboure Catholic Church, 4124 Mount Abraham Avenue, San Diego, CA 92111, at 10:00 AM.
His legacy of hard work, devotion, and quiet strength will live on through his family.
Raúl Estrada, de 85 años, residente de San Diego, CA, falleció pacíficamente el 26 de Mayo de 2026.
Raúl nació el 9 de Marzo de 1941 en Chihuahua, México, hijo de Vidal Estrada y Eulalia Domínguez. Se le conocía por su fuerte ética de trabajo y su inquebrantable dedicación a proveer para su familia. A lo largo de su vida, Raúl trabajó como jornalero en la industria de la construcción y fue un orgulloso miembro del Local 89 por más de 50 años.
En 1970, Raúl contrajo matrimonio con Rosalina Cisneros, y juntos criaron a sus tres hijos: Ricardo, Odette y Wendy. Disfrutaba de la lectura, los crucigramas, el cuidado de su hogar y pasar tiempo en su garaje construyendo muebles para su familia, incluyendo sillas, cunas y otras piezas para sus nietos.
Raúl deja en vida a su esposa, Rosalina, con quien compartió 55 años de matrimonio; sus hijos; nietos; bisnietos; así como numerosos familiares y amigos que lo extrañarán profundamente. Le precedieron en muerte sus padres, Vidal y Eulalia; sus hermanos Alfredo, Elías, Ernesto y Armando; y sus hermanas Cruz, Ramona, María Luisa y Belén.
La Misa se llevará a cabo el lunes 15 de Junio de 2026, en St. Catherine Laboure Catholic Church, ubicada en 4124 Mount Abraham Avenue, San Diego, CA 92111, a las 10:00 a.m.
Su legado de trabajo, dedicación y fortaleza silenciosa vivirá para siempre en su familia.
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