Selestino Pete Badillo

May 27, 1930- July 2, 2025

Selestino was called home at the age of 95. He is preceded in death by his parents Santos & Delfina Badillo, his brother Raul Badillo and his sons Pete Badillo, Richard Badillo and Pete(Tati) Badillo Jr. He is survived by his wife Minerva Badillo, his sons Santos Badillo, Raul(Alicia) Badillo and Daniel(Ruby) Badillo, his daughter-in-law Donna Badillo, his grandsons Peter, Richard Jr., Dennis, Raul Jr., Chris, Daniel Jr., Mark, Angel and Alex, his granddaughters Diane, Minerva and Melissa. Also lots of great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren, cousins, nieces and nephews. Pete is also survived by his brothers Augustine Badillo, Juan Badillo, Jose Badillo and sister Maria Badillo.

Pete was a devoted husband, father and grandfather(Popo). He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, drafted and served during the Korean War. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal for his service. He often talked about his job and experiences in the military. After his Honorable Discharge from the U.S. Army, he went back to work in the agricultural industry for many years. Became a taxi driver and lastly retiring as a delivery driver. Pete left behind a legacy of love, family and friendship. His family cherishes the years of memories we have left to remember him by.