Miami Commissioner Manolo Reyes Dies at 80 After Battling Health Issues

Passing of Commissioner Manolo Reyes

• 💔 The City of Miami is mourning the loss of District 4 Commissioner Manolo Reyes, who passed away at the age of 80.
• 🏥 His family confirmed his death after he was reportedly hospitalized earlier this week.
• 🎗️ Reyes had been a public servant for the City of Miami since the 1980s, serving as District 4 Commissioner for the past eight years.

Background and Early Life

• 🇨🇺 Reyes and his family immigrated to the US from Cuba, seeking refuge from the Castro regime.
• 🎓 He studied at the University of Florida and later started his own family business.
• 🏛️ His father was also involved in local politics as the mayor of their hometown in Cuba.

Leadership and Perseverance

• 🎯 Reyes was known as a tireless advocate for his passionate issues, characterized by warmth, charisma, and positivity.
• 🏆 He demonstrated remarkable perseverance, running and losing six times before being elected to the city commission.
• 🩺 He battled various health issues, including cancer and leukemia, showing an indomitable spirit in his fight.

Legacy and Honors

• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Reyes is survived by his wife, two children, and three grandchildren, leaving a legacy as a family man.
• 🏘️ He is remembered for taking very good care of his district, ensuring every park and street was attended to.
• 🕊️ The city plans to offer condolences and resources to the family, with discussions about potential honors for his service to be determined by the family's wishes.