Julio Ayala, 72, of Pontiac, Michigan, passed on February 26, 2023. Julio was born on June 09, 1950 in Salinas, Puerto Rico.

Julio married his wife in 1980 and moved to Pontiac, Michigan were he worked for GMC for many years. He loved fishing and most of all spending time with his family.

He always taught us to stand tall, be proud, and know ourselves in all situations and supported us all throughout the many accomplishments and difficulties of our lives. 

He is survived by his wife, Mirian; his children, Julio Jr., Omayra, Alex, MaryNelly, Gabriel, Emmanuel, Daniel, 13 grandchildren and 4 sisters.

The funeral service will be at Soarks-Griffin Funeral Home, 46 Williams Street, Pontiac, Michigan, on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 2 pm. A visitation before the service will begin at noon. The family will be there to welcome friends and relatives.