Benjamin Yslava Machado

Benjamin "Benny" Y. Machado was 42 years old and was a beloved son, brother, uncle, cousin, friend who had a heart of Gold and was a free spirit. His time on earth was cut too short and he was called to Heaven where he joins his father, Jesus C. Machado; his two brothers, Chuchi and Billy Machado, and sister, Sandy Machado. Our hearts are aching with sorrow and grief since the day you left. Words cannot explain how empty our world feels without you. Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same, but as God calls us one by one the chain will link again. He is survived by his loving mother Hortencia M. Machado and his sisters Connie Turner, MaryAnn Machado, and Sonia (Anthony) Castro, Nephews Louis and Christopher Romero, Jimmy (Nellie) and Ruben Membrila, Anthony Castro Jr., cousins that were more like brothers and sisters Manny (Cynthia) Gonzalez, Angie Gonzalez, Raymond (April) Yslava and many other cousins, nephews, nieces, aunts and uncles, as well as many friends who called him "Tio Benny". Benny enjoyed spending time with his family at gatherings and always knew how to have a good time. He had a contagious smile that would light up a room and he loved to dance. Benny enjoyed life to the fullest and was loved by so many. He may be gone from our lives but he will continue to live in our hearts and in our memories.