John F. Garcia, surrounded by his family, went to be with our Lord on April 20, 2021. Born in Robstown, Texas on July 13, 1938, John made his way and home in Lemoore CA where he met his wife of 60 years, Sally Martinez. They were married on November 10, 1961. John worked as a Farm Laborer for River View Farms for over 40 years. He was a hard worker and enjoyed spending time with family.
John is survived by his wife Sally Garcia, son John Garcia Jr of Lemoore, daughters Lydia Rees of Hanford and Rachel Overmyer of Lemoore. Eight grandchildren, Tiffany Oyler, Jayce Garcia, Nicole Garcia, Jared Garcia, Tori Harrison, Travis Rees and Steven Garcia. Step-grandson Brandon Rees. Eight great grandchildren: Ethan and Olivia Oyler, Haley Adams, Myk, Keena, Lilly and Jagger Garcia and Miles Rees. He is also survived by two sisters: Matilda Torres of Texas, Vera Coronado of Fresno and a brother, Joe Garcia of Los Angeles. He is preceded in death by his parents Lionicio and Jesusita Garcia and 10 brothers and 1 sister.
Mass services will be held Friday May 7, 2021 at 10:30 am in Hanford CA at St. Brigid’s Catholic Church.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations in John’s memory to the Parkinson’s Foundation. www.parkinson.org