Manuel Duarte

Manuel (Manny) Duarte, age 40, Ontario, California, passed away Friday, May 8, 2026, in Moreno Valley, CA. He was born on August 11, 1985, in Westminster, CA, the son of Esperanza Duarte and the late Raymundo Duarte. Siblings, Adrian Duarte (Brother), Alma R Mendez (sister), Angel Duarte (Brother), Raymundo Duarte, Jr (Brother) and Abigail Gutierrez (sister). Nephews, Adam Mendez, Aaron Mendez, Angel R. Duarte and Andrick Duarte. His life was a blessing to us all, full of love, kindness, laughter and adventure. We find solace in knowing that your spirit lives on in every one of us. The memories, the way you touched our hearts, those things will never fade. Manny proudly graduated from the Universal Technical Institute of Automotive Technology. He loved working on cars, off roading, hiking and running marathons. He was a big fan of the Simpsons and Dodgers, which he would enjoy with family and friends. We'll remember the way you made us feel, the joy you brought into our lives, and though we miss you dearly, we know that you're now in paradise. We know you're watching over us now, with that same gentle smile, nudging us to keep moving forward. I promise we will carry your light with us always. Rest now, dear one, in God's loving arms, where there is no pain or sorrow, and know that you'll always be with us, in our hearts, today and tomorrow.

There will be a celebration of life after cemetery services. Flowers, please send them to church between 10am to 11am