Eleanor was born on November 28, 1935, to parents Elenor and Ramon Martinez in Brawley, California. After Eleanor graduated from Edison High School in 1954, she went on to study Cosmetology.
After graduating with as a Cosmetologist, she became a successful business owner for over fifty years.
Eleanor met the love of her life, Gus Loya while working at her business called “Cedar Village”. It was love at first site, and they were together and married for forty-two years.
Eleanor retired and spent her time fulfilling her dreams - traveling with her husband, Gus.
Eleanor’s first marriage was with Isaac Martinez (deceased), and she is survived by four children, Isaac Martinez, Andre Martinez, Chel Nelson, and Lynette Lawrence. She had 10 grandchildren.
A visitation for Eleanor will be held Thursday, December 2, 2021 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Whitehurst Sullivan Burns & Blair Funeral Home, 836 E. Nees Ave., Fresno, CA 93720. Followed by the Recitation of the Holy Rosary service will occur Thursday, December 2, 2021 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, 836 E. Nees Ave., Fresno, CA 93720. A funeral Mass of Christian Burial will occur Friday, December 3, 2021 from 10:00 AM at The Shrine of St. Therese Catholic Church, 855 E. Floradora Ave., Fresno, CA 93728.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.whitehurstsullivan.com for the Loya family.
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