Augusto D'Avila Obituary (1967

Augusto Ramon D'Avila, beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, veteran, friend, & Son of God, passed away on May 29, 2026, at the age of 58 in Pleasant Grove, Utah. Augusto was born on October 25, 1967, in Jersey City, New Jersey, to Anibal D'Avila and Ana Rosa Saavedra. On July 2, 1999, Augusto and Cynthia Janice Figueroa were sealed in the San Diego, California, Temple. Together, they built a family and raised four children: Christopher Figueroa D'Avila, Samantha Valero, Aaron Nicholas D'Avila, and Mia Nicole D'Avila. Augusto spent his early childhood in El Monte, California, where he enjoyed playing baseball and football. He attended Arroyo High School, where he lettered in football as a running back and earned membership in the prestigious 1,000-Pound Club for weightlifting, demonstrating the strength, determination, and discipline that would define his life. After graduating from high school, he attended Rio Hondo College before serving a full-time mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Guatemala. After returning from his mission, Augusto worked as a court interpreter in Riverside County, California. He later joined the Army National Guard Military Intelligence Unit, serving as an Interrogator and becoming certified in Arabic at DLI in Monterey Bay, California. He was deployed to Iraq from 2001 to 2002 and faithfully served his country throughout his military career. He continued several tours to Afghanistan from 2011 and finally came home in 2015. Augusto earned the rank of Sergeant and became a Master Instructor in interrogation at Fort Huachuca, Arizona. He later served multiple assignments in Afghanistan as a contractor supporting the United States Armed Forces. In 2013, he moved with his family to Provo, Utah, where he worked as a private investigator. He returned to Afghanistan in 2014 and 2015 before transitioning fully into private-sector security and investigative work. Before his passing, he provided private investigation and security services for government events. Above all, Augusto loved his family. He cherished time spent with his children, especially enjoying outdoor activities such as camping, shooting, and sharing life's adventures. He was a man of honor, integrity, courage, and deep faith. His devotion to God, country, family, and community guided his life and inspired those around him. A faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Augusto had a strong testimony of Jesus Christ and sought to serve others throughout his life. He was known for his generosity, loyalty, and willingness to help anyone in need. His kindness, wisdom, humor, and unwavering love will be remembered by all who knew him. Augusto is survived by his children, Christopher, Samantha, Aaron, and Mia; his grandchildren, Georgia and Presley; and his brothers and sisters. He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters. The family expresses heartfelt gratitude for the many friends, family members, fellow veterans, and community members whose love, prayers, and support have brought comfort during this time. Private services will be held at the family's request. Donations in memory of Augusto may be made through the following fundraiser: https://www.givesendgo.com/august-memorial-fund