Dionicio Andres Tarin Jr.'s Obituary
In Loving Memory of
Dionicio Andres Tarin Jr.
December 8, 1962 – June 9, 2026
Dionicio Andres Tarin Jr. passed away peacefully at the age of 63, leaving behind a life marked by love, devotion, and cherished memories. He will be remembered with deep affection by all who knew him, and his gentle spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of his family and friends. Though his passing brings great sorrow, his legacy of strength, kindness, and adventure remains a lasting comfort to those he leaves behind.
Preceded in Death
He was preceded in death by his mother Lucia Colin Cardenas, father Dionicio A. Tarin SR, stepfather Jesse Cardenas, sister Laurie Reeves, Brother Albert Reeves, niece Melissa M Ortega, and father-in-law Santos Perez SR.
Survived By
He is survived by his beloved wife of 27 years, Gracie P Tarin, and his mother-in-law Emma Rosa Perez, who will always hold his memory close to their hearts.
He also leaves behind his sisters, Carmen Tarin Rios and her husband Rudy, and Lucy Tarin Garcia and her husband James, whose lives were enriched by his love and presence.
He is also survived by his in-laws, Dolores Guzman and her husband Ernie, Patricia Perez, Raymundo Perez and his wife Jennifer, Marco Perez and his wife Rachel, and Santos Perez Jr and his wife Melinda; and by his nephews and nieces Oscar Reeves Valdez JR and his wife Rebecca, Joey Silva, Julie Silva, Valerie Herrera and her husband Eric, Vanessa Obregon, Veronica Perko and her husband Chris, and Victoria Obregon, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.
A Life Well Lived
Dionicio devoted more than 45 years to his career as an OTR truck driver, a profession he approached with pride, discipline, and a true love for the open road. He cherished every journey and found meaning in the miles, the freedom, and the many places life took him. When he was not traveling, he found joy in riding his Harley, fishing, camping, horseback riding, and visiting SeaWorld to watch the shows. He also loved his cherished pets, Smokey and Lilly, who brought him comfort and companionship. His adventurous spirit and joyful heart will be remembered as a beautiful part of who he was.
Dionicio will be remembered most for his unwavering love of family, his passion for adventure, and his deep connection to the open road. His memory will live on through the stories, laughter, and love he shared so generously throughout his life. Though he is gone from our sight, he will remain forever in the hearts of those who loved him.
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