Esteban Ayala's Obituary
Esteban Ayala, beloved son, brother, uncle, friend. Esteban was born to Mercedes and Jesus Ayala in Inglewood, CA.
He graduated High School from Gladewater ISD in 2019. He also graduated from Lincoln Tech as a welder in 2021.
Esteban was a wonderful you man. Even more an amazing human being. He was one of the most generous people you could meet. Always gave more than what he took and would drop whatever he was doing to help anyone, even a stranger. He hardly got angry and forgave so easily.
His passion in life was welding. He also loved his family, video games, food, and his prized possession CliFORD the big red truck.
Esteban will be remembered for his kindess and strength and the love he poured into everyone he encountered. His presence will be deeply missed, but his legacy will continue through all those that knew him.
Quote (spanish)
A Mi Hijo
Cerré los ojos por un instante y el pequeño niño que eras se convirtió en un hombre. Ya no puedo tenerte en mis brazos pero te tendré siempre en mi corazón. Me has dado incontables razones para estar orgullosa de ti pero lo que me da mayor orgullo es que seas mi hijo.
Quote (english)
To My Son
I closed my eyes for a moment and the little boy you were became a man. I can no longer hold you in my arms but I will always have you in my heart. You have given me countless reasons to be proud of you but what makes me most proud is that you are my son.
Funeral Services will be held in the Chapel of Rader Funeral Home on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 10 am. Burial will follow at Lakeview Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends in the Chapel of Rader Funeral Home Friday, May 22, 2026 from noon to 8 pm.
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