Florentino Marcelino Chua

Florentino Marcelino Chua, age 72, of Orange Cove, California, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. He was born in Manila, Philippines, to Resurreccion (Marcelino) Chua and Benito Chua Tay.

Florentino was a gentle soul with a deep love for music—especially the timeless sounds of The Beatles. His warm heart, quiet strength, and unwavering devotion to family will be remembered by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his loving son Rommel Chua and daughter-in-law Miriam Muñoz; his son Rodel Chua and daughter-in-law Katherine Newell; his brother Carlos Chua and sister Josephine Chua-Roldan; his grandchildren Anyssa Chua-Franks, Alani Chua, Allison Chua, Jace Chua, and Madeleine Chua; and his nephews: Jordan Roldan, Michael Chua and Jiro Chua.

Florentino was preceded in death by his father, Benito Chua Tay, and his mother, Resurreccion (Marcelino) Chua.

A visitation for Florentino will be held Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM with a rosary at 6:00 PM at Dopkins Funeral Chapel, 189 South J Street, Dinuba, CA 93618. A funeral mass will occur Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 10:00 AM at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, 356 N Villa Ave, Dinuba, CA 93618. Followed by the interment at Smith Mountain Cemetery, 42088 Rd 100, Dinuba, CA 93618.

Florentino’s legacy of kindness and love will continue to shine through his family and all who were blessed to know him.