Born in Mexico • Passed Away October 17, 2025 • Age 84
With deep love and gratitude for his life, the family of Silviano Cervantes Sandoval announces his peaceful passing on Friday, October 17, 2025, at the age of 84. A longtime resident of Sultana, California, Silviano was born in Mexico to his beloved parents, Micaela Sandoval and Estanislado Sandoval.
Silviano will be lovingly remembered for his strength, humility, and devotion to his family. He took great pride in his work and found joy in simple moments—sharing stories, laughter, and time with those he loved most. His kind heart and generous spirit touched everyone who knew him.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Esperanza Sandoval, and his sons, Johnny Sandoval and Mike Sandoval, who will forever cherish his memory and the example he set as a husband, father, and friend.
Silviano was preceded in death by his parents, Estanislado and Micaela Sandoval, who now welcome him home.
Family and friends are invited to honor Silviano’s life at the following services:
Visitation: Thursday, November 6, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Dopkins Funeral Chapel, 189 South J Street, Dinuba, CA.
Rosary: Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 6:00 PM at Dopkins Funeral Chapel.
Funeral Mass: Friday, November 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM at St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, 356 N. Villa Avenue, Dinuba, CA.
Burial: Friday, November 7, 2025, following the Mass, at Smith Mountain Cemetery, 42088 Road 100, Dinuba, CA.
Serving as pallbearers are Richard Perez, Ricky Sandoval, Nick Sandoval, Mikey Sandoval, Jacob Sandoval, Anthony Sandoval, Alex Sandoval, Isaac Sandoval, Justin Alvarado, and Jason Alvarado.
Silviano’s legacy of love, faith, and family will continue to live on through all who knew him. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
