Rugiero B. Figueroa

Mr. Rugiero B. Figueroa was known as many things to many people. He was a loved one, a friend, and someone special. To family and friends who knew him best, Rugiero will be remembered as a very exceptional person.

Rugiero was born on November 16, 1940 in Aguililla, Michoacan. He was the son of Rogelio and Liduvina Figueroa. Rugiero grew up in Mexico.

Rugiero was raised with thirteen siblings. Rugiero was usually involved in all sorts of activities with his siblings. He and his siblings experienced rivalries typical of a growing family, but they shared many life experiences over the years.

As a young boy, Rugiero had a number of interests. Like most children, he enjoyed playing and making up games. He was curious about the world around him and was often eager to explore it. Rugiero was an active child who took part in volleyball. However, to Rugiero, the most fun to be had was simply playing and spending time with his friends.

Rugiero was married to Edelmira Pena on February 7, 1966 in Aguililla, Michoacan, Mexico. Empathic and loyal, Rugiero was committed to making his new family happy.

Rugiero worked hard to be a good father to his children and he did his best to fulfill their needs. Rugiero was blessed with five children, one son, Victor, and four daughters, Yesenia, Martha, Blanca and Yanel. Another blessing for Rugiero was the gift of sixteen grandchildren, Lui, Cassandra, Bianca, Andrew, Monica, Noel, Veronica, Chelsea, Gregory, Giselle, Isaac, Victoria, Isabella, Aliyah, Melody, and Elyan.

Fortunately, Rugiero enjoyed what he did for a living. Showing a strong work ethic, Rugiero worked diligently and did his best to succeed in his career. His primary occupation was as a chef. Rugiero always sought to be a team player, doing what was necessary in order to get the job done.

Rugiero enjoyed his leisure time by taking part in various hobbies. His favorite pursuits were playing dominoes. He was content to enjoy his favorite pastimes alone but was also willing to share his interests with others.

Rugiero found pleasure in sports. Rugiero was something of a sports fan and enjoyed following his favorite events whenever he had the chance to do so. Tops on his list were soccer.

Rugiero enjoyed traveling and time away on vacations. It was a chance for him to renew and relax, to visit new places and experience new things. Favorite vacations included Mexico.

Rugiero passed away on February 18, 2015 at Sequoia Hospital in Redwood City, California due to a cardiac arrest. He is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, mother, brothers, and sisters. Services were held at Saint John Vianney Church in San Jose, California. Rugiero was laid to rest in Oak Hill Funeral Home and Memorial Park in San Jose, California.

Simply stated, Rugiero was a good and kind person, an individual who will for all time be remembered by his family and friends as being a caring and giving person, someone who was a vital part of their lives. Rugiero leaves behind him a legacy of life-long friendships and many cherished memories. Everyone whose life he touched will always remember Rugiero B. Figueroa.