Jonas Valdez

Jonas Valdez, 56, Wausau, WI, formerly of Brownsville, TX, died Wednesday, June 16, 2021 in Wausau.

He was born September 10, 1964 in Brownsville, TX, son of the late Refugio and Guadalupe (Almazan) Valdez.

Jonas kept himself busy working at several different jobs in the Wausau area.  Most recently, he earned his GED certificate from Midstate Technical College on May 24, 2021.  Jonas was very proud of this accomplishment.

Among his favorite pastimes, he loved to draw, and had a passion for artistry and painting.

He is survived by his siblings, Grace (Paul) Egner of Spencer, WI., Noemi Ruth (Lupe) Gracia, Ruben (Patricia) Valdez and Joel (Anita) Valdez all of Brownsville, TX., Juan Valdez of San Antonio, TX and Abraham (Debbie) Valdez of Nebraska; his aunts, Evangelina Flores, Ruth Espinoza and Mary Frances Mora; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Joe Valdez; his sister, Olivia Valdez; aunts and uncles, Pilar Almazan, Angelita Gracia, Saul Almazan and Juanita Barrera.

Private services will be held at a later date.