“Every Pueblito has a coranzito, an inimitable essence for its people. A deep glow from above and below.”
Wherever Gustavo went, raucous laughter tended to ensue, along with an unmistakable camaraderie for and from the people around him. The fact is that it was a special gift how he went so naturally from goofing off with the homeboys to sliding off in front of the homegirls, then still finding time to offer a helping hand to the Señoras of our Pueblito. Together with his entirely contagious smile, these qualities made him a central figure anywhere in our neighborhood one of us was fortunate enough to find him.
Love is a flame; one that kindles more love from everything it touches. Gustavo embodied it every day and in every direction, so now in every direction we mourn and hold and uplift each other as he would have us do. In a world still dividing our families between borders and tearing away at our roots at every turn, it’s a gift to connect with those who still abide by everyone they meet as a sacred code of conduct; that’s what this young man was and what he will live indefinitely in our memories for.
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Above all, our deepest condolences go to his friends, family, and everyone else who treasured Gustavo with us.
J.T.
Love you, Gustavo. Your kind and genuine heart was a rarity in this world. Now you are truly the angel you always were. You will be terribly missed. Sending so much love to you, your family, and your community. Rest easy and keep smiling 💖🕊✨️