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He approached life with humor and was known for giving people nicknames, a small but memorable expression of his warmth and personality.
Julian Tolentino died on September 19, 2026, at Capital Caring Health Adler Center for Caring Hospice. He was 64.
Born on June 22, 1962, in La Libertad, El Salvador, Julian built a life defined by devotion to his family, steady work, deep faith, and a spirit that remained strong in every season. He earned his high school diploma in Guatemala while stationed there during the civil war in El Salvador, an early reflection of the perseverance that would mark his life.
For more than 30 years, Julian worked in landscaping to provide for his family. He approached life with humor and was known for giving people nicknames, a small but memorable expression of his warmth and personality. On April 5, 1992, he married Juana Gonzalez, beginning a marriage of 33 years. Together they raised two daughters, Kathleen Tolentino-Gonzalez and Helen Juliana Tolentino, who were central to his life and pride.
Julian found joy in both simple pleasures and daily disciplines. He was an avid gym enthusiast and a member of Gold's Gym in Lake Ridge for more than 20 years. He loved good food, especially Chipotle and Chinese food, and he especially enjoyed Juana's tamales at Christmas. Music was another pleasure in his life, and he loved listening to The Police and Bob Marley. He was also a beloved parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church, where his faith in God remained an important part of his life. In time, he also became a devoted cat lover.
His optimism and resilience never left him, and he remained convinced that he would get well again.
In September 2024, Julian was diagnosed with Stage II stomach cancer, beginning a difficult and demanding battle with illness. In February 2025, surgeons removed 40 percent of his stomach in an effort to rid his body of cancer. He recovered from that surgery, but in May 2025, new scans revealed tumors in his lungs and throat. Over the course of his illness, he underwent four rounds of chemotherapy and three rounds of radiation, the second completed on September 9. Throughout his battle, Julian remained positive and determined, displaying remarkable strength and a fighting spirit. He often said he would get back to lifting weights, and he continued working out whenever possible despite his cancer battle. His optimism and resilience never left him, and he remained convinced that he would get well again.
He is survived by his wife, Juana Gonzalez; his daughters, Kathleen Tolentino-Gonzalez, his eldest daughter, and Helen Tolentino, his youngest daughter; and his siblings Otilia Espinoza, Maura Tolentino, Ana Tolentino, Amilcar Tolentino, and Carlota Tolentino. He also leaves behind the love and memory of a family who knew his humor, his determination, and the care with which he worked and lived.
Julian was preceded in death by his father, Vidal Tolentino; his mother, Clara Hernandez; and his brothers, Angel Tolentino and Raul Tolentino.
Julian Tolentino will be remembered for his hard work, his laughter, his faith, and the courage with which he faced hardship. His life was a testament to endurance, love for family, and the power of hope.
In lieu of flowers, trees, or gifts, a fundraiser has been set up to help his family with Julian's end-of-life expenses, funeral costs, and medical bills. Link: https://gofund.me/5c6c4bb66.
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Julian Tolentino falleció el 19 de septiembre de 2026 en el centro de cuidados paliativos Capital Caring Health Adler Center for Caring. Tenía 64 años.
Nacido el 22 de junio de 1962 en La Libertad, El Salvador, Julian construyó una vida definida por la devoción a su familia, el trabajo constante, una fe profunda y un espíritu que se mantuvo fuerte en todas las etapas de su vida. Obtuvo su diploma de bachillerato en Guatemala mientras estaba destinado allí durante la guerra civil de El Salvador; este fue un primer reflejo de la perseverancia que marcaría su vida.
Durante más de 30 años, Julian trabajó para mantener a su familia. Afrontaba la vida con humor y era conocido por poner apodos a las personas, una muestra pequeña pero memorable de su calidez y personalidad. El 5 de abril de 1992 se casó con Juana González, iniciando un matrimonio de 33 años. Juntos criaron a dos hijas, Kathleen Tolentino-González y Helen Juliana Tolentino, quienes fueron el centro de su vida y motivo de orgullo.
Julian encontraba alegría tanto en los placeres sencillos como en sus rutinas diarias. Era un fanatico del gimnasio y miembro de Gold's Gym en Lake Ridge durante más de 20 años. Amaba la buena comida, especialmente Chipotle y la comida china, y disfrutaba particularmente de los tamales que Juana preparaba en Navidad. La música era otro de sus placeres; le encantaba escuchar a The Police y a Bob Marley. También era un feligrés muy querido de la Iglesia Católica Holy Family, donde su fe en Dios seguía siendo una parte importante de su vida. Con el tiempo, también se convirtió en un gran amante de los gatos.
En septiembre de 2024, Julian fue diagnosticado con cáncer de estómago en etapa II, comenzando así una batalla difícil y exigente contra la enfermedad. En febrero de 2025, los cirujanos le extirparon el 40 por ciento del estómago en un esfuerzo por eliminar el cáncer de su cuerpo. Se recuperó de esa cirugía, pero en mayo de 2025, nuevos estudios revelaron tumores en los pulmones y la garganta. A lo largo de su enfermedad, se sometió a cuatro ciclos de quimioterapia y tres de radioterapia; el tercero de estos últimos concluyó el 9 de septiembre. Durante toda su lucha, Julian mantuvo una actitud positiva y decidida, demostrando una fortaleza admirable y un espíritu de lucha. A menudo decía que volvería a levantar pesas y continuó haciendo ejercicio siempre que le fue posible, a pesar de su lucha contra el cáncer. Nunca perdió el optimismo ni la resiliencia, y se mantuvo convencido de que se recuperaría.
Le sobreviven su esposa, Juana González; sus hijas, Kathleen Tolentino-González (la mayor) y Helen Tolentino (la menor); y sus hermanos Otilia Espinoza, Maura Tolentino, Ana Tolentino, Amílcar Tolentino y Carlota Tolentino. Deja también el amor y el recuerdo de una familia que conoció su sentido del humor, su determinación y el esmero con el que trabajaba y vivía.
A Julián le precedieron en la muerte su padre, Vidal Tolentino; su madre, Clara Hernández; y sus hermanos, Ángel Tolentino y Raúl Tolentino.
Julián Tolentino será recordado por su gran capacidad de trabajo, su alegría, su fe y la valentía con la que afrontó las adversidades. Su vida fue un testimonio de fortaleza, amor a la familia y el poder de la esperanza.
En lugar de flores, árboles o regalos, se ha organizado una colecta de fondos para ayudar a su familia con los gastos de final de vida, los costos funerarios y las facturas médicas de Julián. Enlace: https://gofund.me/5c6c4bb66.
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