Michael is survived by his wife Irma, daughter Michelle Renee Lara(spouse Gabriel Serna), son Michael Ray (wife MargaritaMia) Lara, brother Raymond Lara Jr., sisters Virginia(Pete)Sanchez and Amelia Sotelo, Yolanda Lara McChristy, Lupe Salas-deceased and many loving grandchildren Tia Minh Nguyen, Thomas Lee Nguyen, Trinity Mae Hawkins, Gabrielle Esperanza Serna, Makayla Rei Lara, Marina Rose Lara, Milianna Rain Lara, great-grandchild Alicia, nieces, nephews and extended family. Michael was a loving father, husband, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend to everyone.
Michael was a United States Marine 1976, he loved sports, especially football, his favorite team was the Arizona Cardinals. He worked as a traveling truck driver/mechanic, he was a hard worker, but was forced to give up the career he loved due to his health. He spent his free time watching his granddaughters softball games, and other various sports games; he loved to travel, spend time with his wife at the casinos, fishing with his grandson and close family/ friends he truly enjoyed life. Michael was always there to help his daughter, son, relatives and friends, he was unjudging and a very loving person. Loved his wife with all his heart. Such a Blessing to his family.
A special thank you to Irma his wife for her loving care and Hospice of the Valley for their support during his final days. Also, the family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude towards Advantage Crystal Rose Funeral Home for being very accommodating and understanding during this difficult time.
Visitation will be from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Advantage Crystal Rose Funeral Home: 9155 W Van Buren St, Tolleson, AZ 85353 on Friday, August 9th. Michael will be cremated and his body will be laid to rest Nov. 2019 at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, also known as Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery: 23029 North Cave Creek Road Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85024 USA. Thank you for your service Michael.
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