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El Paso Businessman Fred Loya Sr. Dies at 87
23 Feb
Summary
- Fred Loya Sr. built a national auto insurance company from one office.
- His home's Christmas light display gained national fame, winning a TV competition.
- Loya was a significant supporter of El Paso youth and baseball.
Fred Loya Sr., a distinguished businessman and philanthropist from El Paso, has passed away. He was celebrated for establishing Fred Loya Insurance, a company that grew from a single office into a significant national entity.
Loya was also renowned for his spectacular annual Christmas light displays at his home, a tradition spanning 20 years that garnered national attention and won a television competition. This display became a beloved community event, drawing thousands of visitors.
Beyond his business achievements and holiday festivities, Loya was a committed patron of El Paso's youth, particularly through his extensive support for baseball. His contributions included sponsoring events and helping fund renovations for local fields and equipment, earning him a place in the El Paso Baseball Hall of Fame.
