Luis E. Oyola, 74, of Cabbage Hill, Lancaster City, died on Saturday, December 23, 2011. Born in Cidra, Puerto Rico, he was the son of Antonio and Felicita (Rosario) Oyola.

He is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 55 years, Hilda V. (Solivan) Oyola.

Luis retired as a professional welder for Heil Company for 33 ½ years and part time for the last 8 years for the Lancaster Newspapers in the circulation department.

He is survived by his 3 daughters, Hilda R., wife of Miguel Guadarrama, Lancaster, Carmen Rivera, Florida, Rosa M. Baker-Rivera, wife of Gustavo Rivera, Lancaster, a son Luis E. Oyola, Lancaster, 10 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, and 2 sisters.

The family wishes that all those that loved and cherished Luis will respect his wishes of a private family service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Luis's, memory to the American Heart Association (Lancaster Chapter) 610 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603. Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory 717-393-9661