Rene Jose Navarro

He is survived by his wife, Rosalinda Navarro; children Howard and Meli Navarro (Emily, Camila, Alessandro), Linda and Carlos Castro (Carlos Jr., Jennifer, Allison), Harry and Mayra Navarro (Nico), Stephanie and Aldin Zahirovic (Leonardo, Zaiden, Enzo, Levi), Bryan Navarro, Elaine Navarro and Rigoberto Tovar (Jonathan, Axel, Ashley, Nathan, Kylie); sisters Cristina Navarro, Maye Reyes, and Yula Reyes.

He was a devoted husband, loving father, and proud grandfather whose greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren, whom he adored. Rene’s presence brought comfort and love to every gathering.

Rene enjoyed gambling by playing the slot machines or simply enjoying the atmosphere; those moments brought him happiness and a well-deserved sense of peace in his retirement.

As he often said, “Don’t cry when I'm gone.” Though we grieve his loss, we take comfort in his words and in the beautiful memories he leaves behind.

Rest in peace, Dad.

We love you—always and forever.

Funeral Services will be held on Thursday October 30, 2025 at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, 3138 Birchwood Ave. SW Wyoming, MI 49548. Visitation will be held from 10-11a.m.

The Mass will be from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Burial will be at Winchester Cemetery in Byron Center at 12:30 p.m. Food will be at Bella Events Venue located at 9818 Cherry Valley Ave Caledonia, MI 49316 after burial. The family welcomes memories and messages at www.cookcaresgrandville.com in their guestbook online.