Manuel Espinoza, Jr., long time resident of Knox City, Texas, passed away peacefully with his wife at his side, Wednesday, January 16. 2013 at Brazos Care Home in Knox City.
Memorial services were held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, January 19, 2013 at the Knox City Community Center in Knox City with grandson, Zacheri Espinoza officiating. Honoring Mr. Espinoza's wishes, he was cremated. Arrangements were made through Smith Family Funeral Homes.
Mr. Espinoza is survived by his wife of 65 years, Hortencia Espinoza of Knox City; 1 son, Ernest Espinoza and wife Jamie of Early, Texas; 2 daughters, Irma Esquivel and husband James of Ulysess, Kansas, and Rose Espinoza Aquayo of Knox City; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; 4 brothers; and 3 sisters.