Aaric Arlie Arias, born in San Antonio, Texas on May 28, 2002, entered the Kingdom of Heaven on February 16, 2023. He is remembered by his family and all who loved him as a generous, self-less young man. Aaric was happiest when he could spend time with his family and his infectious smile and personality always uplifted those around him. He had a love of football and basketball, both sports he played while a student at Abraham Kazen Middle School and then at John Jay High School.

Aaric will be deeply missed by his mother Rosie Esperanza Bradley and his father Albert Henry Arias and six siblings: Albert A. Arias, Aaron A. Arias, Austin A. Arias, Rocco R. Peña, Angela A. Arias and Khloe J. Alejos. He is survived by his loving grandparents, Isabelle R. Arias, Esperanza Hope Valdez, Maria A. Bradley and Charley R. Bradley. Aaric was blessed to be a part of a large family and was surrounded by the loving arms of countless aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, nieces and friends. Aaric’s family would like to recognize and thank Jacob Hernandez for being his best friend and confidant. Your friendship meant the world to Aaric.

Aaric is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather Carlos Arias and his maternal grandfather Jesse Valdez. He is also preceded in death by his aunt, Pat Gomez.