Rolando Perea, 84, of El Paso, Texas passed away July 22, 2021. He will be laid to rest on August 4th at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery at 10:30am with limited visitation to take place beforehand at Hillcrest Funeral home.
Rolando was born in Marfa, Texas to Juan and Estela Perea on September 4, 1936. He and his family later moved to El Paso, where he went to school, joined the Air Force, and met the Love of his life – Margarita Santillan. He married Margarita and started a family, with Margarita giving birth to three children during their 43 years of marriage.
Rolando joins his beloved wife of 43 years, mother, father, late son, and many other family members and friends who are previously deceased. He is survived by his two living sons, Rolando Jr. (Kerry) and Johnny (Elisa) of El Paso, Texas as well as four grandchildren, Elena (6), Diego (4), Alex (4) and Camila (2). He is also survived by his twin brother and older sister.
Rolando joined the United States Air Force when he was 18 years old and was honorably discharged at the end of his service. Shortly thereafter he learned the printing press trade and worked at Texas Printing company for over 40 years and was a loyal employee and coworker.
For 43 years, Rolando and Margarita shared a life of both trials and great joys. Rolando was devoted to his wife and children.
Our father taught us many lessons in life. He was a hard worker, loyal, and a proud American. He taught us the importance of education, a good work ethic, and responsibility. His work ethic knew no bounds, only calling out for one day of work out of forty plus years - due to an injury sustained while playing basketball with his son, (which required an ER visit).
Our father was a loyal and fervent Dallas Cowboys and New York Yankees fan. He enjoyed and cherished the tradition of watching his teams with his family. He was a devout Catholic, and patriot. He will be forever missed but never forgotten! Good Bye Vato – We Love You!
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