06/12/2026
With heavy hearts, we share that this morning my father-in-law, Manuel Espinola, went to be with the Lord he loved so deeply.
From 1991 to 2017, Manuel was a special part of the Espi’s Kids journey. He loved going on buying trips with my mother-in-law and me, always offering his thoughts on children’s fashion and helping us make wise decisions. Being a numbers man, he never hesitated to let us know when we were stretching the budget a little too far!
Even after retirement, he continued to care deeply about the business and always wanted to know how things were going. Manuel, thank you for the many lessons you taught me about business, hard work, and responsibility. Thank you for believing in me and giving me opportunities that I will always cherish.
Your wisdom, guidance, and love will never be forgotten. You will be greatly missed by our family and by everyone whose lives you touched.
Rest in peace, Manuel. ❤️
Love Susie❤️