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Rafael "Turtle" Avina Jr., born on November 26, 1978, passed away on January 28, 2017, in Modesto, California. His death was a significant loss to his family and friends, who remembered him for his warm smile and tight bear hugs. Rafael's life, though seemingly short, was filled with joy and love, leaving a lasting impact on those who knew him. He is survived by his sons, Julian Pacheco Avina and Elijah Anthony Avina, his parents Rafael and Flora Avina, and his siblings Gilberto, Miguel, Daniel, ...Read More
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Rafael Avina
Male
Hispanic / Latino
Modesto
CA
2017-01-28
38
Rafael
Avina
11/05/2025
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I was just thinking about the impact that Rafael "Turtle" Avina Jr.'s death had on his sons, Julian ... ...Read More
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