
Obituary of Jose Guillermo Siguenza
Jose Guillermo Siguenza, aged 81, of West New York, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. A devoted husband of 57 years Vilma (nee Rosales) Siguenza, loving father to Grace Quinn and her husband Joseph, Patricia Barila and her husband Russ, and Guillermo Siguenza and his wife Rhina, cherished grandfather to Eduardo, Anthony, Matthew, Ryan, Jonathan, Chris, Rebecca, and doting great grandfather to Sadie, Jose’s legacy is one of boundless love and resilience. He was a brother to Marta Margarita Siguenza, Rosa Margarita Siguenza, and predeceased by Chela Siguenza, Dora Siguenza, and Hugo Siguenza. Jose was born in San Salvador, El Salvador to the late Paula (nee Molina) and the late Guillermo Siguenza. Immigrating from El Salvador in 1984, Jose built a life as a dedicated Truck Driver for Wakefern Food Corporation for many years before his retirement. He found immense joy in gardening, tending to them with meticulous care. He was especially proud of his juicy tomatoes and beautiful roses beaming with satisfaction at the sight of his thriving plants. Besides sharing tips and stories about his gardening adventures you could find him spending his afternoons riding his beloved tractor. He leaves behind a family who will forever treasure his memory and the beauty he cultivated in both his garden and their hearts. Jose will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
A Celebration of Life in Jose’s honor will be held on Saturday, February 1st, beginning at 11 A.M. and concluding with a blessing at 3 P.M. Cremation will be private.