Naranjo

Max Naranjo, 85, of Thorndale passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023.

Max Naranjo was born Dec. 24, 1937, in Donna to Luis and Feliciana Naranjo.

A lifelong farmer, he spent his days growing the food that fed his local community.

He married the love of his life, Annie Galban on Aug. 19, 1956. Together they had seven children, Tony, Ricky, Betty, Max Jr., Sara, Davi, and Linda.

Max was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Annie; four sisters; five brothers; and his stillborn children, David and Linda.

He is survived by his sons, Tony and wife Alicia, Ricky and wife Mary, and Max Jr.; daughters Betty and husband Oscar, Sara and husband Harvey; sisters Flora, Carol and Amelia; brothers Raymond and Joe; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and countless nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins.

Max loved being outdoors, spending time with family and friends, and a cold beer every now and then. He lit up every room he walked into and leaves behind a legacy of love and a family bond that will last for generations to come.

We would like to give a special thank you to Scott & White Hospice and to his two nurses, Tara and Samantha.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 21, with the Rosary starting at 6 p.m. at Providence Funeral Home in Taylor.

Funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 22, at Providence Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Taylor City Cemetery.