December 6, 2018 at the tender age of 72.
He was born on March 30, 1946 in New Braunfels, Tx and moved to Dallas as a child in 1957.
Ruben married Ana Marie Villanueva in 1990. He was abundantly blessed with 11 children, 13
grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, 5 stepchildren and 8 step-grandchildren.
His surviving children are Ruben Anthony Villanueva, Estella Marie Lopez, Annette Villanueva Davila,
Joseph Edward Villanueva, Alex, Jason Bangs, Michael Bangs and Kristi Michelle Valenzuela.
Surviving stepchildren are Albert Mata and wife Jennifer, Rhonda Hatcher, Jeannie Reid, Sharon Brown
and Thomas Brown IV.
He is preceded in death by his parents Alvaro and Feliza Villanueva, daughter Feliza V. Cavello, infant
granddaughter Eliza Grace Cavello and sons Ruben and Edward Luna. Siblings waiting at the gates of
heaven to welcome “Rubensito” home include, Angelita and husband Bernardo Cantu, Gilbert (Beto)
Villanueva, Carmen and husband Santos Enriquez Jr.
He is survived by 4 siblings, Edward & wife Evangelina, Alvaro Jr.(Sonny), Connie & Leonardo Monreal
(deceased), Juanita & Claudio Alvarez, sister-in-law Oralia Villanueva and with too many to count nieces,
nephews, Tios, Tias, primos, primas, countless friends and acquaintances.
A man of many talents, Ruben worked at Dal-Tec Optical and Bruce Terminix. He served as an orderly at
a nursing home and as a property manager for Furr Rental Properties. His real talent was as a skillful
self-employed painter. He was often seen in his painters uniform splattered with the day’s work and proud
of the job he had just finished.
As a young handsome man he loved to dance to his favorite polkas and enjoyed listening to music. His
motto for life was dancing, singing and making everyone laugh. He was always available to attend the
parties and weddings to enjoy family and friends no matter the occasion.
When Ruben entered a room, his larger than life stature was only exceeded by his huge heart. When he
wore his legendary cowboy hat, he commanded the room. He also gave the best hugs and had a laugh
that could make the whole room smile. His love of laughter was only exceeded by his generosity.
Unknown to many, he was always helping the homeless with meals, donations and shelter. Ruben
enjoyed spending his mornings at McDonald’s for breakfast, coffee and good conversation amongst his
friends.
Ruben’s number one priority was the love of his life, Ana and his vast, immediate and extended family.
Ruben was a man of character, integrity, and was extremely sentimental. He loved and knew the Lord
and was not ashamed to call on him when needed.
Lovingly known as Honey, Daddy, Grandpa, Brother, Tio Ruben, Compadre, Big Worm, RV and friend, he
will be immensely missed by all. Even though our hearts are breaking, we have the blessed assurance
through our faith in Jesus Christ that we will meet again.
The Villanueva Family would like to thank all family and friends for their outpouring of love and support in
our difficult time.
2 Thessalonians 3:16
Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of
you.
Reception to follow after services at:
American Legion Post 275
2804 S. Cockrell Hill
Dallas Tx 75211
