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July 14, 1984-January 28, 2017 Christian Aaron Vera-Cadena (aka Ian & Nacho), 32, was brutally taken from us on January 28, 2017. He was born July 14, 1984 in San Antonio Texas to Elizabeth Ann Cadena and Guadalupe Vera-Nuno. He returned to San Antonio Texas March 2016 after living in Seattle Washington for 30 years. Christian was preceded in death by his Grandparents, Juanita (Reyes) Cadena-Trevino and Pole Cadena, and his Nephew Paul-Michael Cadena. He is survived by his Parents, stepFather Michael Moloseau, Brother Isaac Vera, Tia and Godmother Sybil Mitchell (Tio and Godfather Frank Mitchell), Tia Gloria Lopez, Tia Mary Segura (Tio Salty), Tio Richard Cadena (Linda), Tia Susie Ramos (Tio Raul), Tio Stephen Cadena, Tio James Cadena, Tio Javier Trevino (Jessica), Tio Gil Vera-Nuno, Tia Ana Vera-Nuno (Tio Jose Estrada), Tia Patti Vera-Nuno, Tia Mary (Tio Joel), Cousin Kyle Mitchell who valiantly tried to save him, Cousin Jon Mitchell (Crystal & baby Jordan) who provided him a home until he was settled, and numerous beloved cousins. Christian was a Patient Access Rep II at the Children’s Hospital of San Antonio Orthopedic Sports Medicine, a University of Washington graduate, and a Bothell High School graduate. He was passionate about the Seattle Sounders FC, Dallas Cowboys, Club America, snowboarding, playing indoor/outdoor futball, coaching children’s futball, movie lover, hanging out with his friends and family, and making the people around him happy. He lived in Germany for 2 years attending 1st and 2nd grade in Grossostheim Schule. He traveled to Italy, Switzerland, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Austria, Toronto, Vancouver BC, Guadalajara, Oregon, California, Montana, Idaho, Nevada, Arizona, Colorado, New York, Pennsylvania, DC, and North Carolina. He skied and snowboarded numerous resorts including the Alps, Tahoe, Bend, and Whistler. Words to best describe Christian are: “kindest heart”, “gentle spirit”, “flat-out, nicest individuals”, “one of the bright lights”, “chivalry and love”, “heart of gold”, “a contagious smile”, “Peanut theft master”, “one of the coolest and funniest people”, “warm hugs”, “spreading love and kindness”, “love, compassion, and loyalty”, “considerate”, “full of life”, “brightened the lives of everyone”, “a joyful soul”, “generous”, “always smiling”, “never judgmental”, “most genuine”, “amazing soul”, “fun”, “uplifting, funny, loving”, “faithful pong partner”, “outspoken in rebuking bigotry and injustice”, “master of movie dialogue quotes”, “most loved”, and “precious boy”. A closed, private memorial viewing will be held at Mission Park Funeral Home, 1700 SE Military, San Antonio, TX. Another memorial will be held in Seattle WA. Please contact family for additional information. Thank you for respecting the family’s desire for privacy.

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Christian Aaron Vera-Cadena

July 14, 1984 - January 28, 2017