Saint Niko Aguilar

Saint Niko Aguilar, of Sulphur Springs, crossed the Rainbow Bridge on Monday, June 15, 2026, at the young age of 3 years old. He was adopted in Sulphur Springs in February 2024, to Chris and Tiffany Aguilar. Shortly after being adopted into the Aguilar Family, it was evident that Niko had suffered from being abused. To what extent, it wasn’t known, however, he showed severe signs of trauma and PTSD. He cowered at any slight movement, showed fear and appeared to never have been outside. His parents worked tremendously over the next couple of years to help him heal from his past. Niko is reunited over the Rainbow Bridge by his canine family: Angel Dixie, Spikey Boudroux, Little Coco, and Ponch; feline family: Rascals Boy, Priscilla Presley, Cairo Rae, Prince Indie, Mama Toothless and Willow Eugene; paternal grandmother, Maria Aguilar and maternal grandfather, Curtis Coooper. Survivors include his parents, sister, Kamille Aguilar and partner Mikey Nevarez, canine family: Rosie Lee and B-Girl Cuddles; feline family: Reginald “Reggie,” Cleo Nicole, Mervyn Aurelius, DW, Ezekiel “Zeke” Elliot, Minky and Evan; caregivers: Yesenia Sanchez, Josh Hill, Johanna Castro and Jaylon Perry. Niko was a special boy. He had a crooked leg, a severe underbite, crooked teeth, deformed rib cage and mental health issues. He tried his best to be happy but was never truly at peace with his past. He was known to play fight with cats, especially his brother, Mervyn. Niko was a great uncle to DW, grooming her and watching over her. He also loved to play wrestle with Cuddles. He enjoyed his morning toothbrushing bone and eating his cookies. Being a “Good Boy,” at times was difficult for him. He tried his best. His family will remember him for his sassy attitude, silly antics and most of all the love that he yearned for. Rest well, “Good Boy.” We are so sorry. We love and miss you but are glad that you are now free. Niko’s cremated remains will be inurned at that Little Paw Cemetery at a private Graveside Service. Special, “Thank You,” to the Bright Star Veterinary Clinic. We appreciate Dr. Larson and her team for being of great comfort during our time of loss. Please consider adopting an unwanted or abandoned pet. They are worthy of being rescued and loved. Memorial contributions may be made to: PAWS of Franklin County in Mount Vernon, TX, or to Kitty Cove Rescue in Mount Pleasant, TX.