Remigio Leyva Santellano

Remigio L. Santellano, 80 of San Angelo passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Saturday, September 30, 2017 Remigio was born on February 25, 1937 to Juan Santellano and Sofia (Leyva) Santellano in Jimenez, Coahuila, Mexico. He worked for the railroad for many years before retiring. His hobbies include being at the ranch, tending to his animals and planting vegetables. Pallbearers will be Brandon Gonzalez, Andres Cuevas, Michael Pedroza, Johnny Martinez, Hemero Dominguez and Matilde Dominguez. He is preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Sofia Santellano. Remigio is survived by his wife of 56 years, Juanita Santellano; sons, Remigio L. Santellano Jr., , Rodolfo Santellano and wife, Teresa, Robert Santellano and wife Deya; grandchildren, Rodolfo Santellano Jr., Jennifer Santellano, Maryann Gonzalez, Christopher Santellano, Yvonne Cuevas, great grandchildren; Sophia Govea, Braydon Cuevas, Mya Gonzalez, brothers; Juan Santellano, Pedro Santellano, Eloy Santellano, sisters; Elena Moreno, Mercedes Franco and numerous brothers and sisters in law, nieces and nephews. Viewing will be 10:00am to 8:00pm with rosary at 7:00pm on Tuesday, October 3, 2107 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Mass of Christian burial will be 10:00am Wednesday October 4, 2017 at St. Mary's Catholic Church with Rev. Joey Faylona, officiating. Entombment will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.