Jorge D.

Arana

With eternal love in our hearts and his memory forever with us, we bid farewell to our beloved Jorge D. Arana Sr., who was born in Huacho, Lima, Peru, on September 29, 1932, and passed away in New Jersey on July 15, 2026, at the age of 93. He was the son of Máximo Benedicto Arana and Victoria Arévalo Díaz, and the brother of Víctor Arana, Arturo Arana, and César Arana. He was the devoted husband of Irma Rosa Ávalos de Arana, the loving father of Jorge D. Arana Jr., Máximo E. Arana, Irma R. Arana-Fernández, and Andrés A. Arana, the cherished grandfather of Evelyn, Elaine, Madeline, Melissa, Erika, Jeffrey, Jennifer, Eva, Anabel, Gabriela, and Diego, and the proud great-grandfather of Jayden, Emma, Nathan, Elías, Camila, and Olivia.

Known affectionately as "Papi Jorge," he was a humble, gentle, and loving man who always gave his all to his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He was an exemplary husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose greatest joy was his family. In 1981, he courageously immigrated to the United States with his entire family in pursuit of the American Dream, working a variety of jobs before eventually settling in West New York, New Jersey. He was also one of the founders of the Hermandad de San Martín de Porres of West New York, an organization to which he was deeply devoted throughout his life. His Catholic faith was the foundation of who he was, and he faithfully served both his church and the brotherhood with dedication, humility, and love. A close-knit family was always his greatest wish, and nothing brought him more pride than being surrounded by his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren during holidays, birthdays, and every family celebration. His memory, his faith, and the lessons he shared will remain with us forever. We are deeply grateful for everything he did for his family and community. May he rest in peace. He will always be remembered with love.