Manuel D. Bustillos, Sr. age 73 from El Paso, Texas passed away peacefully surrounded by family and loved ones on Wednesday, Nov 17, 2021. He was a Vietnam Veteran, mechanical engineer for White Sands Missile Range for 38 years and taught for El Paso Community College. An inventor and scholar, he believed in continuing education. He was known for his kindness, love and his mischievous sense of humor. Manny and Nena were both active members of the catholic community Santa Lucia and St. Thomas of Aquians Church.
He is preceded by his wife Nena Bustillos of 48 years. Surviving members of his family include his daughter Wendy Bustillos, son Manny D. Bustillos, Jr.(Stephanie), daughter Xochilt Zinn (Chris Zinn), son Joe P. Bustillos (Lillian). Grandchildren: Kilee H. and Charlize A. Bustillos, Hailey Grace & Joseph Christian Zinn, Josefine Jeanette & Cyan Kahlia Bustillos. Great Grandsons Ronin Louis Elijah & Greyson Elias Santiago. He was preceded by his parents Martin & Natalia Bustillos. And his extended family.
Sunday, November 28, 2021 at Funeraria Del Angel Restlawn Visitation 4-9 pm; Vigil Service 7 pm. Funeral Service Monday, November 29, 2021, at 12:30 pm at Funeraria Del Angel Restlawn Chapel. Graveside Monday, November 29, 2021, at 1:30 pm at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.
Special Thanks to the staff and family of the Lunchbox for the gracious hospitality and support.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.FunerariaDelAngelKM.com for the Bustillos family.
