Our family would like to share about our beloved daughter/mother/sister Michelle Marie Veal (maiden name Michelle Hinojos). In 1996 she was taken from us, leaving her family and large network of friends who all loved and adored her dearly, deeply grieving. Though she has been gone, memories of her beautiful smile, impeccable style, generous spirit, and enthusiasm for life live on forever in the hearts of the many people whose lives she touched.
Our dear Michelle was a mom to three young girls who were raised in the care of her incredible mother Tillie, as well as by her loving sister Cindy. Though her struggles made her particularly vulnerable at times, Michelle’s strength is what kept her persevering through many adversities, to do her best for those she loved. Michelle’s tenacious spirit lives on in her daughters, who are all leading happy, healthy lives today, and raising their children to remember her as the beautiful grandmother we all wish they could have met.
We are incredibly grateful for the tireless efforts of Detectives Anaya and Little at finding answers about Michelle’s case after all these years, and we hope that their hard work will bring closure and peace to other families as well.
Though we are thankful for this tremendous news, we hope that everyone understands and respects our family’s wish for privacy at this time.