Birth date: Sep 19, 1957 Death date: Apr 29, 2022
On Friday, April 29 Carlos Diaz-Estrada, loving husband and brother passed away. Carlos was born on September 19, 1957 in Tampa, Florida to Carlos Diaz- Estrada, Sr. and Margaret Fernandez Estrada. Carlos worked as a Supervisor f Read Obituary
Penny, as I look at the pics, the video, and my own memories through the years, one thing about Carlos is constant. His smile! He was ALWAYS laughing, smiling and cracking jokes - especially with Jeremy, Amanda and Travis, when they were little. I cannot think of a better legacy. I also know you miss that smile and always will.
With my love and deepest sympathy.
Marcella (Marcie)
Penny, and family we are so sorry for your loss.
Sending love and light to you at this time.
- Travis, Meghan, & Dakota Ogden
Carlos and Penny have been clients at Ameriprise Financial for 34 years. It was wonderful working with them. I will miss Carlos' positive attitude and generous nature. He was one of a kind...
Charles and I are so very sorry to hear that Carlos passed away suddenly. We can't imagine how heartbroken you are, Penny. Carlos was such a great guy! He was a real bon vivant and we loved talking BMW with him. In fact, our son just got a new electric I4 M50 (which we are garaging for him until they move back here) and Charles wanted to come show it to Carlos (and no doubt they'd end up talking about BMWs for hours!!)
We are so sorry he's gone but know that he will always be with you in your heart and memories.
Thanks to all,
We will all miss you!
I just can't believe Carlos is gone - I worked with him at the City of Tampa for 18 years. He was supportive and patient with me, a young engineer, later deputy director and manager. I learned so much from him and everyone there, more than they could possibly know. My favorite day ever was when they presented me with the copper Actiflo basin stingray. I keep it with me always. Best place and staff ever at the Tippin plant. My husband Karl worked there 29 years and knew Penny before Carlos. What a great couple. Carlos always talked about her in reverent and respectful tones, noting how lucky and truly blessed he was to be married to her. Rest in peace, my friend. I know you're racing up there, waiting for the rest of us.
Carlos or (Charlie if your from our childhood family), was like a brother growing up. We were only a year apart in age. My grandmother and his mother were sisters. Charlie Sr.(his father) played drums in the Tampa Police Band, and that drumming spread to Charlie, my uncle Bobby, and me. My cousin Charlie used to be a tropical fish enthusiast and then I followed the same, he was in Boy Scouts, and then I followed, he turned me on to music stereos, and then I followed. So he was a role model and I wanted to emulate him. But he truly excelled at whatever he did. He made it to Eagle Scout status, his knowledge of hi-fi stereos was over the top, he was an excellent cook, and on & on. He was cool, very cool. He knew BMW cars and raced them with his love, Penny. He was the best man at my wedding. A few years ago, he came to my 60th bday bash, where he played bongo drums along with I and another friend. It was a great time and I'm so happy that my nephew recorded video of us playing to have forever. But most of all, his love for Penny, was precious and is still precious from heaven. 2 peas in a pod. Inseparable. Never to be forgotten. God bless you brother as you watch over Penny and all of us from heaven. My deepest sympathies to Penny. May God give you the mental strength during this time. We all love you both.
