Waldemar Aguilar-Nazario

Mr. Waldemar Aguilar-Nazario age 93 of Gainesville passed away at his home Tuesday,
September 17, 2024. He was born June 10, 1931, in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico to the late
Ramon Aguilar and Aurelia Nazario. Mr. Aguilar-Nazario served in the United States
Army and was a retired automotive repair shop owner and farmer. He was a parishioner
of Holy Family Catholic Church in Williston prior to attending Holy Faith Catholic Church
in Gainesville. He loved agriculture and working on his farm. Left behind to cherish his
memory is his loving and devoted wife of 35 years Lillian Ramos Rodriguez; children
Waldemar, Milton, Carlos, Nuno, Consuelo, Jeanette, and Beatriz along with numerous
brothers, sisters, and a host of extended family members and friends that will miss him
dearly. He was also lovingly called “Papalale”, “Abu”, “Abichi”, and “Gordo” by 17
grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. Also left behind is his devoted caregiver and
friend Latoria. Funeral service for Mr. Aguilar-Nazario will be held Friday, September 20,
2024, at 2:30 p.m. at the Milam Celebration location. Family will receive friends
beginning at 2:00 p.m. Interment will be at a later date at the Florida National Cemetery
in Bushnell. Arrangements are by MILAM FUNERAL HOME, 311 S. Main St., Gainesville,
FL 32601. (352) 376-5361. www.milamfh.com.