He married Dilcia Henriquez in 1976 and the couple had 1 child. He was a Cabinet and Screen Maker at Dallas Housing Authority where he worked for more than 30 years.
In his spare time Manuel, enjoyed watching golf and The Dallas Cowboys.
His family and friends will always remember him as a hard working, loving father with a good sense of humor.
He is preceded in death by: parents, Francisco and Cristina Peña; sisters, Lupita Durate and Dora Sandoval; brothers, Francisco Peña and Daniel Peña
Survived by: wife, Dilcia Peña; sons, Victor Peña, Ricky Peña and Manuel Peña and wife Sandra; sister, Mere Vasquez; grandchildren, Jordan with Sarah Peña, Taylor Peña, Manuel Peña and Ashley Peña; great grandchild, Rylynn; as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews
Rest in Peace, Maunel Garcia Peña!