In Loving Memory of
Eduardo J. Cedeño Trujillo
of Seattle, Washington
10/15/1974 – 09/18/2026
Eduardo J. Cedeño Trujillo, known to many as Tato, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2026, in Seattle, Washington, accompanied by his beloved wife, Melisa Machado, who was by his side.
He was born on October 15, 1974, in Barquisimeto, Venezuela, to Yakira Trujillo and Eduardo Cedeño. Eduardo’s most important role in life was being a father to his daughter, Luna. He was deeply devoted to supporting, protecting, and loving her, and he carried that devotion with him until the very end.
A tireless dreamer who embodied love and kindness throughout his life, Eduardo was guided by his passions for art, music, and cooking, finding in them ways to nourish the soul.
Eduardo was a traveler and musician, and he dedicated much of his professional life to music production, creativity, and art. He loved sharing carefully curated music playlists with friends and acquaintances, always sharing what he loved with those around him.
When he wasn’t sharing music, he blessed his people with his incredible food, welcoming them into his home with dishes in which you could taste the love. He loved talking about each dish and sharing the stories and flavors of his beautiful Venezuela, a place he spoke of with such affection.
Eduardo was a light in every place he entered, always bringing compassion, love, comfort, and peace to those around him. Whatever concern you carried with you, he received it with love and understanding, making his loved ones feel that they were in good hands.
He will be deeply missed by his beloved wife, Melisa; his daughter, Luna; his family; and all of his friends and loved ones who had the privilege and honor of knowing him.
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Eduardo J. Cedeño Trujillo, conocido por muchos como Tato, falleció en paz el 18 de Septiembre del 2026, en Seattle, Washington, acompañado por su amada esposa, Melisa Machado, quien estuvo a su lado.
Nació el 15 de Octubre 1974 en Barquisimeto, Venezuela, hijo de Yakira Trujillo y Eduardo Cedeño. El papel más importante de Eduardo en la vida fue ser padre de su hija Luna. Estuvo profundamente dedicado a apoyarla, protegerla, amarla, y llevó esa devoción consigo hasta el final.
Un soñador incansable que encarnó el amor y la bondad a lo largo de su vida, Eduardo se dejó guiar por sus pasiones por el arte, la música y la cocina, encontrando en ellas formas de alimentar el alma.
Eduardo fue viajero, músico, y dedicó gran parte de su vida profesional a la producción musical, la creatividad y el arte. Le encantaba compartir listas de música cuidadosamente seleccionadas con amigos y conocidos, siempre compartiendo lo que amaba con quienes lo rodeaban.
Cuando no estaba compartiendo música, bendecía a su gente con su increíble comida, recibiéndolos en su casa con platos en los que se podía saborear el amor. Le gustaba hablar de cada plato y compartir las historias y sabores de su hermosa Venezuela, un lugar del que hablaba con tanto cariño.
Eduardo era una luz en cada lugar al que llegaba, siempre brindando compasión, amor, consuelo y paz a quienes lo rodeaban. Cualquier preocupación que tuvieras contigo , él la recibía con amor y comprensión, haciendo que sus seres queridos sintieran que estaban en buenas manos.
Será profundamente extrañado por su amada esposa, Melisa; su hija, Luna; su familia; y todos sus amigos y seres queridos que tuvieron el privilegio y el honor de conocerlo.
