Michael Refugio Puente

1978 - 2017

Michael Refugio Puente obituary, 1978-2017, Bakersfield, CA

BORN

1978

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Mish Funeral Home Oildale

120 Minner Ave

Bakersfield, California

Michael Puente Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 10, 2017.

Michael "Mikey" Puente, 38, returned home to the Lord and his beloved mother (Donna) and brother (Freddie) on July 31, 2017. Mikey was born October 23, 1978 in Bakersfield, CA to Michael Puente and Donna Ward. Mikey attended primary school in the Bakersfield City School District and graduated from Foothill High School in 1996. Mikey was a proud member of the Foothill High Trojan football team playing fullback and linebacker positions. As a young child, Mikey enjoyed the outdoors. He loved trips to the beach, riding quads, listening to music and going to the movies.
Most of all, Mikey enjoyed being with his father (Michael) and grandfather (Refugio) while they operated the family trucking business. Riding on forklifts, tractors and big rigs became a passion for him. Mikey worked for his grandfather, for 20+ years, as a truck driver and forklift/tractor operator.
Mikey was the eldest of sixteen (16) grandchildren. He took that responsibility seriously. Always looking out and being protective of his younger cousins. Mikey loved his family and friends very much. Though he had his fair share of hardships, Mikey's heart was always in the right place. He was always respectful toward people, and especially respectful toward his family. The name "Puente" meant the world to him!
Mikey is survived by his father Michael (Denise) Puente, brother Armando Puente, brother Zachary Puente, grandparents Refugio & Olivia Puente, uncle Bobby (Jackie) Puente, uncle Art (Letty) Puente, aunt Stella (Michael) Hinojos, aunt Yvonne (Eric) Puente-Martinez, aunt Marina (Robert) Singh as well as many cousins and extended family. A special thank you to Victoria Buccat who helped raise Mikey during his younger years.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 23rd, 5-9pm with Rosary to follow, 7pm at Mish Funeral Home (north Oildale area), 120 Minner Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93308. In addition, Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, August 24th, 10am at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 601 E. California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307. A reception will follow the service.
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations be made to Kern County mental health services.
Arrangements under the direction of Mish Funeral Home, Bakersfield, CA.

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August 23, 2017

So sorry to you all for the loss of Mikey. I pray that God will comfort you and give you peace during this sad time.
Dawn Borden Piccolo.

August 22, 2017

Abel M Gomez

My deepest condolences to all the Puentes Cuco,Mik0e Mando,Zack and all their famlies for the loss of Mikey my God bless and give you strength.

August 22, 2017

Lisa Porcho

So sorry Vickie for your loss. Pat and I are here for you and your family. Our condolences to your sons Mando and Zack and to the Puente family. We love you all and will keep you in our prayers

August 19, 2017

Alejandro Davila

Our deepest condolences to Don Cuco and the Puente Family, there are no words that can express the pain of losing Mikey, but we have you in our prayers, and may God bring you peace. Much Love and Respect
Alejandro Davila y Familia.

August 15, 2017

Karina Herreria

Our deepest sympathy for your lost Puente Family...


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J.R, Madison,Jacob, Karina

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Memorial Events
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Aug

23

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Mish Funeral Home

120 Minner Ave, Bakersfield, CA

Aug

23

Rosary

7:00 p.m.

Mish Funeral Home Oildale

120 Minner Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93308

Aug

24

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Church

601 E. California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA

Funeral services provided by:

Mish Funeral Home Oildale

120 Minner Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93308

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