Manuela Medina

In Loving Memory of Manuela “Nena” Medina

December 28, 1940 – April 22, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Manuela Medina, lovingly known as “Nena”, on April 22, 2025, at the age of 84. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, and friend who touched the lives of everyone she met.

Born in Meoqui, Chihuahua, Mexico on December 28, 1940, Nena lived a life filled with deep spirituality, compassion, and a selfless desire to help others.

Manuela was married to José Medina on June 19, 1966, and they shared 43 wonderful years together.

Manuela’s faith in Jesus and the Blessed Virgin Mary were the foundation of her life–she consistently volunteered with various community organizations and churches. Her giving spirit and nurturing heart were felt by all who knew her.

She is survived by her daughter, Michelle Medina; daughter, Aida Medina Adams and son-in-law, Ozy Adams; daughter, Amanda Medina-Forrester and son-in-law, Kevin Forrester; son, José Alfredo Medina and daughter-in-law, Guadalupe Lopez; cherished grandchildren, Alyssa Daniels, Caleb Forrester, and Noah Forrester. She is survived by her siblings, Jaime Polanco, Yolanda Garcia, Gloria Polanco-McNealy, José Luis Polanco, and many beautiful nephews and nieces. Manuela is preceded in death by her beloved husband, José Medina, and by her loving parents, Ernestina Armendariz Polanco and Salomon Polanco.

Nena’s legacy is one of love, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her faith, family, and community. Her presence will be missed beyond measure, but her spirit will forever remain with those she touched.

A Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM with a Rosary at 7:00 PM on Monday, April 28, 2025 at Sunset Funeral Home- Americas, 9521 North Loop Dr., El Paso, TX 79907. A Mass will begin at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 131 S Zaragoza Rd, El Paso, TX 79907. A Graveside will follow at 10:15 AM at Mount Carmel Cemetery, 401 S Zaragoza, El Paso, TX 79907.

Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home- Americas

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