Alejandro Ontiveros, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025, in Bowling Green, Florida, at the age of 87. Born on October 16, 1937, in Los Trojes, Mexico, Alejandro made his way to Hardee County 45 years ago from Michoacan, Mexico, where he built a life filled with love and dedication to his family. A devoted member of Saint Michael Catholic Church, Alejandro found joy in fishing, farming, and hunting, but his greatest passion was his family. He cherished every moment spent with his loved ones and instilled in them the values of hard work, faith, and compassion. Alejandro was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 65 years, Lucina Calvillo, and his brothers, Miguel Ontiveros and Salomon Ontiveros. He is survived by his sons, Valerinano Ontiveros (Ma Carmen) of Idaho, Tarcisio Ontiveros (Maria) of Idaho, Pedro Ontiveros (Gabriela) of Idaho, Juventino Ontiveros (Mireya) of Texas, Olegario Ontiveros of Bowling Green, Florida, and Isrrael Ontiveros (Ignacia) of Bowling Green, Florida. He also leaves behind his daughters, Emma Ontiveros (Nabor Hernandez) of North Carolina, Teresa Ontiveros (Saul) of Idaho, Guadalupe Ontiveros (Jesus Almeyda) of Bowling Green, Florida, and Irma Ontiveros (Fausto Molina) of Bowling Green, Florida. Alejandro was a proud grandfather to 27 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren, who will carry on his legacy of love. A visitation will be held on Friday, January 17, 2025, at Robarts Garden Chapel from 6 PM to 8 PM. A funeral mass will take place on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Saint Michael Catholic Church at 12 PM, followed by interment at Bowling Green City Cemetery. Alejandro Ontiveros will be deeply missed by all who knew him, but his spirit will live on in the hearts of his family and friends. May he rest in peace.