Oswaldo "Osby" Puentes Rodriguez

In Loving Memory of Oswaldo “Osby” PuentesOswaldo “Osby” Puentes, 20, passed away surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on June 7, 2006, to Juan Puentes and Maria L. Hill Rodríguez. He graduated from Newton High School, where he excelled as a soccer player and built lifelong friendships with his teammates. Soccer was far more than a sport to Osby—it was one of the greatest passions of his life. He began playing recreational soccer at just five years old and quickly developed a love for the game. As his skills grew, he spent most of his youth playing for Newton FC and Atlas FC before continuing his soccer career at Newton High School. Whether he was practicing, competing, or simply spending time with his teammates, the soccer field was where he felt at home. While pursuing his education to become an electrician, Osby worked at Kansas Electric. He was a hardworking young man with a bright future, admired for his dedication, determination, and willingness to help others. Outside of work and school, Osby enjoyed playing PS5 with his friends, riding his motorcycle, and spending time with the people he loved most. He also had a special love for animals. His beloved cats, Lola and Ariana, were part of his family, and he loved spoiling them with new toys and spending time playing with them. He also enjoyed caring for his fish and took great pride in making sure they were healthy and well cared for. Osby was an incredible uncle to his three niece and nephews, Maverick Chase, Jonathan Chase, and Piper Chase, who brought him endless joy. His nephews called him “Us Man,” a nickname that always brought a smile to his face and reflected the special bond they shared. He treasured every moment spent with them, whether they were playing, laughing, or simply being together. His playful spirit, kindness, and unconditional love made him someone they admired and cherished, and the memories they created together will be treasured forever. Those who knew Osby will remember him for his generous heart, selfless spirit, and the way he always put others before himself. He never hesitated to lend a helping hand or offer support to anyone in need. Above all, His love for his family was unwavering, and his absence will be deeply felt by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his mother, Maria L. Hill Rodríguez, and her husband, Mark Hill; his father, Juan Puentes; his sisters, Dariely Coronado, Tais Coronado, and Selene Chase; his maternal grandmothers, Teresa Ruiz Estrada and Maria Ricarda García Montelongo; along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family members, and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Agustín Rodríguez Garza, and his paternal grandfather, Antonio Puentes Martínez. A Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 9, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 421 S. Ash Street, Newton, Kansas 67114.The Holy Rosary will be recited on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at the church.A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, with Reverend Adam Keiter serving as celebrant. Burial will follow at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Newton, Kansas. Memorial donations may be made to Caring Hands Humane Society and left in the care of Petersen Funeral Home. Although Osby’s life was far too short, the love he shared, the friendships he built, and the lives he touched will remain forever in the hearts of those who knew him. He will be remembered for his infectious smile, generous heart, unwavering love for his family and friends, and his lifelong passion for soccer. His memory will continue to inspire all who were blessed to know him.

Spanish: En cariñosa memoria de Oswaldo “Osby” Puentes, de 20 años, falleció rodeado del amor de su familia. Nació el 7 de junio de 2006, hijo de Juan Puentes y Maria L. Hill Rodríguez.Se graduó de la escuela secundaria Newton High School, donde destacó como jugador de fútbol y forjó amistades duraderas con sus compañeros de equipo.Para Osby, el fútbol era mucho más que un deporte: era una de las grandes pasiones de su vida. Comenzó a jugar de manera recreativa a los cinco años y rápidamente desarrolló un gran amor por este deporte. A medida que mejoraba sus habilidades, pasó gran parte de su juventud jugando para el Newton FC y Atlas FC antes de continuar su trayectoria futbolística en Newton High School. Ya fuera entrenando, compitiendo o simplemente pasando tiempo con sus compañeros, el campo de fútbol era el lugar donde se sentía como en casa.Mientras cursaba estudios para convertirse en electricista, Osby trabajaba en Kansas Electric. Era un joven trabajador y con un futuro prometedor, admirado por su dedicación, determinación y disposición para ayudar a los demás.Fuera del trabajo y los estudios, Osby disfrutaba jugando en su PS5 y en la PC con sus amigos, andando en motocicleta y pasando tiempo con sus seres queridos. También sentía un cariño especial por los animales. Sus amadas gatas, Lola y Ariana, eran parte de su familia; le encantaba consentirlas con juguetes nuevos y jugar con ellas. Asimismo, disfrutaba cuidar de sus peces y se enorgullecía de mantenerlos sanos y bien atendidos.Osby fue un tío increíble para sus tres sobrinos —Maverick Chase, Jonathan Chase y Piper Chase—, quienes le brindaban una alegría inmensa. Sus sobrinos lo llamaban cariñosamente “Us Man”, un apodo que siempre le sacaba una sonrisa y reflejaba el vínculo especial que compartían. Valoraba cada momento que pasaba con ellos, ya fuera jugando, riendo o simplemente estando juntos. Su espíritu alegre, su bondad y su amor incondicional hicieron que lo admiraran y quisieran profundamente; los recuerdos que crearon juntos perdurarán para siempre.Quienes conocieron a Osby lo recordarán por su corazón generoso, su espíritu altruista y su costumbre de anteponer siempre a los demás a sí mismo. Nunca dudaba en tender una mano o brindar apoyo a quien lo necesitara. Ante todo, su amor por la familia fue inquebrantable, y su ausencia será profundamente sentida por todos aquellos que lo conocieron y lo amaron.Le sobreviven su madre, Maria L. Hill Rodríguez, y su esposo, Mark Hill; su padre, Juan Puentes; sus hermanas, Dariely Coronado, Tais Coronado y Selene Chase; sus abuelas maternas, Teresa Ruiz Estrada y Maria Ricarda García Montelongo; así como numerosos tíos, primos, familiares y queridos amigos.Le precedieron en la muerte sus abuelos, Agustín Rodríguez Garza (materno) y Antonio Puentes Martínez (paterno).El velatorio se llevará a cabo el domingo 9 de agosto de 2026, de 4:00 p. m. a 9:00 p. m., en la iglesia católica Our Lady of Guadalupe, ubicada en 421 S. Ash Street, Newton, Kansas 67114.El Santo Rosario se rezará el domingo 9 de agosto de 2026 a las 7:00 p. m. en la misma iglesia.La misa de exequias se celebrará el lunes 10 de agosto de 2026 a las 10:30 a. m. en la iglesia católica Our Lady of Guadalupe, oficiada por el reverendo Adam Keiter. El sepelio tendrá lugar posteriormente en el cementerio católico St. Mary, en Newton, Kansas.Se pueden realizar donaciones en su memoria a Caring Hands Humane Society a través de la funeraria Petersen Funeral Home.Aunque la vida de Osby fue demasiado breve, el amor que compartió, las amistades que cultivó y las vidas que tocó permanecerán para siempre en los corazones de quienes lo conocieron. Será recordado por su sonrisa contagiosa, su corazón generoso, su amor inquebrantable hacia familiares y amigos, y su pasión de toda la vida por el fútbol. Su recuerdo seguirá inspirando a todos aquellos que tuvieron la dicha de conocerlo.