Obituary of Arturo Lopez

Lopez, Arturo “Arthur”

Saginaw, Michigan

Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and dear friend passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, December 15, 2022. He was 93 years old. Arturo Lopez was born on July 18, 1929 in Austin, Texas to the late Arturo and Alvina (Escobar) Lopez. Arturo moved to Lansing, in his early 20’s. It was in Lansing that he met the love of his life, Margarita Nava, and they were married December 29, 1951 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Saginaw. Together they have celebrated 70 wonderful years together. Arturo was drafted into the United States Army and honorably served his country during the Koren War. Following his service with the Army, Arturo and Margarita moved to Saginaw, started their family and he worked at General Motors. Arturo retired from Grey Iron Foundry. Arturo loved to watch sports including the Detroit Lions, Detroit Tigers and any sports his family played. He was a faithful member of St. Francis of Assisi – St. Anthony of Padua site, the American Legion Post #229 and Knights of Columbus Council #593. Arturo took great pride in caring for his family, his home and his cars. He enjoyed listening to music, dancing and family gatherings with a great barbeque.

Arturo is survived by his wife of 70 years, Margarita; his daughters: Mary (Paul) Najar, Sylvia (Jospeh) Rodea, Elizabeth (Vince) Sanchez and Linda (Rick) Garcia; 17 grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren; eight great great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, extended family and dear friends.

Arturo was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Petra Soria.

FUNERAL SERVICE: A Funeral Service will take place at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 22, 2022 at St. Francis of Assisi – St. Anthony of Padua site, 3680 S. Washington. Rev. Fr. Alberto Vargas will officiate. Committal service and Military honors will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery under the auspices of the United States Army and American Legion Post #229.

VISITATION: Family and friends will gather at the church on Thursday, December 22, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.

MEMORIALS: Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the building fund at St. Francis of Assisi – St. Anthony of Padua site.

Deisler Funeral Home is honored to serve the Lopez Family. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at the church or through www.DeislerFuneralHome.com.