Ruben Hidalgo

He was a brother, father, grandfather, uncle and friend, known for his kindness, generosity, and love for his family.

Ruben “El Matador” was born in the small town of Mesillas Sombrerete Zacatecas, Mexico but raised in Linda Vista, Mexico City, to his loving parents, Bonifacio Hidalgo and Victoria Lopez. He embraced his Mexican heritage and carried the traditions of his hometown throughout his life, always embracing the values of hard work. He then came to the United States in June 1969 to Los Angeles, California. Worked as machinist in the aviation industry and in “sales” as a side hustle.

Our father was a firm but generous man, with a loving heart. He was one of eight siblings, the oldest in a large, loving family. He is survived by his two children: Mayra and Alejandro Hidalgo. He also leaves behind 3 grandchildren, and his beloved siblings: Beatriz Salazar, Carmen Hidalgo, Lidia Hidalgo, Carlos Hidalgo, and Magdalena Marquez. As our father walked through the gates of heaven, he was reunited with his beloved parents, brother Humberto Hidalgo and sister Gloria Lemus.

One of his favorite past times was attending bullfights and boxing matches, he had a passion for dancing and the love for music. But most importantly he worked hard and he will never be forgotten. He will be deeply missed but forever remembered.

Fue hermano, padre, abuelo, tío y amigo, conocido por su amabilidad, generosidad y amor por su familia.

Rubén “El Matador” nació en el pequeño pueblo de Mesillas Sombrerete Zacatecas, México, pero se crió en Linda Vista, Ciudad de México, con sus amorosos padres, Bonifacio Hidalgo y Victoria López. Abrazo su herencia mexicana y conservó las tradiciones de su ciudad natal a lo largo de su vida, siempre abrazando los valores del trabajo duro. Posteriormente, llegó a los Estados Unidos en junio de 1969, a Los Angeles, California. Trabajo como maquinista en la industria aeronáutica y en “ventas” como actividad secundaria.

Nuestro padre era un hombre firme pero generoso, de gran Corazón. Fue uno de ocho hermanos, el mayor de una familia grande y amorosa. Le sobreviven sus dos hijos: Mayra y Alejandro Hidalgo. También deja tres nietos y a sus queridos hermanos: Beatriz Salazar, Carmen Hidalgo, Lidia Hidalgo, Carlos Hidalgo, y Magdalena Márquez. Al cruzar las puertas del cielo, nuestro padre se reencontró con sus queridos padres, su hermano Humberto Hidalgo y su hermana Gloria Lemus.

Unos de sus pasatiempos favoritos era asistir a corrida de toros y combates de boxeo, tenía una gran pasión por el baile y amor por la música. Pero más importante trabajo duro toda su vida y nunca será olvidado. Lo extrañaremos profundamente, pero lo recordaremos por siempre.

Services will take place Thursday, April 3rd at Mission Hills Catholic Mortuary, 11160 Stranwood Ave, Mission Hills, CA 91345. Visitation begins at 9am – 12:45pm, a rosary will be held from 11:45 am – 12:30 pm. Mass will be from 1 pm – 2 pm, followed by the Cemetery Committal at 2:30pm, with a luncheon to follow the services.