Daylen Anthony Cervantez, 19, passed away Friday, November 20, 2020 in Waco, Texas.
Service Information: Mass of Christian burial will be 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 1, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery. Due to COVID-19, limited seating will be available. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., with the Rosary at 6:00 p.m., Monday, November 30, 2020 at Lake Shore Funeral Home. Due to limited capacities, we ask that you pay your respects in a timely fashion so that others are able to pay their respects.
Daylen was born on April 30, 2001 to Michael Cervantez, Jr. and Minnie Reyes in Waco. He was very outgoing, loved music and being with family & friends. Daylen always made sure to make you smile and lit up the room with his presence.
Daylen was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Janie Rodriguez, Pete Cervantez, Raymond Rodriquez, Bonnie N. Reyes and Lupe Garcia-Reyes; great-uncle, Pete Cervantez; and brother, Kenton Ybarra.
Survivors include his father, Michael Cervantez, Jr. and wife, Valerie Ochoa, of Temple; mother, Minnie Ann Reyes of Waco; grandparents, Michael Cervantez, Patricia Cervantez, Dolores Reyes-Vital and Marc Vital all of Waco; brothers, Michael Cervantez, III, and wife, Daisy Gonzales, Jonathan Cervantez and wife, Alexandria Vasquez, and Isaac Cervantez and wife, Alyssa Herrera, all of Waco; great-grandmother, Tony Cervantez; aunts, Celeste Hooks and husband, Jason, and Kirston Reyes; uncles, Raymond Cervantez and Pete Reyes; step-sister, Angelina Ochoa; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
The family would like thank everyone who have come together to help the family during their time of bereavement.
Place of Service: Sacred Heart Catholic Church , 2621 Bagby; Waco, TX 76711
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Just want you to know that I love you son, and I miss you. You will always be with me.
Love,Dad
My deepest condolences to the Cervantez family.
Daylen , I didn’t see you much, but my love for you is more than you’ll ever know.Your life was cut short , but God only takes the best. We will miss your smile , your laugh, and your hugs. We may not understand why, all we can do is pray and trust that justice will prevail. Now we have a guardian angel smiling down on us. Our hearts will ache for you all the days especially around the holidays. Fly high Daylen we love you. Rest In Peace tia Chris
Love you Dlo…Aunt Celestie’s gonna miss you baby!!! The kids are gonna miss u too I’ll always keep your memory alive baby….love you till we meet again
Sending our deepest condolences to all the family. Continued prayers for you all. Love you cousin.
Me deepest condolences to the Reyes and Cervantez family.
dayleeeen…can’t believe I’m typing this..since 3rd grade we was buddies I’ll never forget when you see me “wassup lil jaylah” or “where keisha at?” Always smiling no matter the weathers . I know you’re at home and at peace with our savior. REST IN PAPER TO A REAL ONE
My Condolences to Mikey & Minnie and both Cervantez & Reyes families…My Prayers are with you all today and the days ahead…We love you Daylen and You Will Never Be Forgotten ❤️
I am saddened to hear about the loss of your son. I hope you find some solace in knowing his legacy will live on in the hearts of everyone who knew him.
Sending My Condolences To The Families….Rest In Paradise Mijo….From Dorinia Arechiga An Family.
Baby I can’t believe this you was our chunky monkey you will always be loved and never forgotten you know mama knows what our last words were to one another 2 hour before you was gone love you always son
Mama
Mike, Patricia, Mikey, Valerie, Minnie, and all the family, I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time and beyond. Love you!
We were so deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this extremely difficult time.
May your memories of Daylen put a smile on your face and a warmth in your heart when you need it most.
God Bless.
My condolences go out to minnie reyes and her family keep your head up minnie and be strong im so sorry for your loss
My condolences 2 the family n 🙏 😢 💔 love you always aunt jojo…..
R.i.p dlo love Zay!!!
My condolences to the family & i will always remember you cuz and miss you – kalissa
It’s hard to believe ! I watched u run around the house as a lil one, stayed into something nd unda ur tlady! U n a better place now & at peace. You will be Missed 🙏🏿
I just want to give my condolences to the Reyes and Cervantez family from my family and mother Maria Rios . Daylen was literally the life of the house party 🎈 wether you wana play the game systems or roasting . He was going to make sure you were happy and laughing & I’ll always cherish his voice and laughter . Rest in paradise baby boy !
My Condolences To the Family for strength & comfort during this time.