Jose I. Miguel Avelino, 66, of Denton, died Sunday, March 14, 2021 at Medical City Hospital in Denton.

Jose Miguel was born on November 19, 1954 in Morelita, Mexico to Jose Santos Miguel and Alejandrina Avelino. He graduated from the Autonomous University of Tamaulipas. He worked for The Texas Workforce Commission for 13 years and was a member of Iglesia Sobre La Roca where he obtained a theology degree at Instituto Biblico.

Jose is preceded in death by his parents and two children, Rafael Miguel and George Miguel. He is survived by his daughters, Alexandra Villanueva Miguel, Diana Isabel Miguel; brother, Isidro Miguel; brother, Alberto Miguel; sister, Antonia Santos; brother Jose Luis Santos; grandchildren, Lisa Crespo, Jennifer Crespo, Edgar N. Crespo, Chloe Miguel, Daisy Miguel, Joseph Miguel, Omar Delacruz Miguel, Stephanie Ambriz Miguel, Inara Charania; great-grandchildren, Christopher Martinez, Adriel Martinez.

"He peleado la buena batalla, he acabado la carrera, he guardado la fe"

-2 Timoteo 4:7

Jose Miguel was a devoted son, brother, father, and grandfather. He was someone that at a call for help he was there no matter the situation, whether it be helping his church or supporting his friends and family. Jose was selfless and no matter the situation he always stayed optimistic. He loved to visit and interact with his family, his unexpected visits will always be the ones we cherish. Jose's presence alone would bring everyone joy and his charisma was unforgettable. His family will always remember him for his spirited and energetic personality. He was a generous person and always loved to attend his grandchildren's sporting events, that alone brought him so much joy. He enjoyed fishing with his children and grandchildren on weekends, every summer. Jose, no matter the distance, always stayed connected to his loved ones. "His loss was unexpected to our family but we will find strength, always love him so much, and keep him forever in our  hearts."

"Y desde ahora, me está guardada la corona de justicia, con la cual me recompensará el Señor, Juez justo, en aquel día; y no sólo a mí, sino también a todos los que hayan amado su manifestación"

-2 Timoteo 4:8

A visitation will be held Sunday, 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM March 21, 2021 at Mulkey-Bowles-Montgomery Funeral Home, 705 N. Locust St., Denton. The graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Monday, March 22, 2021 at Roselawn Memorial Park, 3801 Roselawn Dr., Denton.