June 12, 1956 – May 11, 2018
On Friday, May 11, 2018, Manuel Fernando Tavares passed from this life to join his heavenly Father.
Manuel was a graduate of Lemoore High School and a longtime resident of Hanford. He enjoyed sharing time with family and friends. Manuel was employed by CVC Cotton Gin for nearly three decades. He devoted his time to assist with various youth baseball programs in the community.
Manuel is survived by his wife Susan Tavares, three sons; Nathan, Kevin, and Andrew, one daughter Tami, his mother Matilde Silva, three sisters; Lydia Martin, Maria Kelley and Ezilda Silveira and other extended family.
A Visitation will be held on Monday, May 21, at 5:00 pm with a Rosary at 6:00 pm at People’s Funeral Chapel; 501 N Douty St, Hanford. Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, May 22, at 10:00 am at St. Brigid Catholic Church; 1001 N Douty St, Hanford with Burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery; 11680 S 10th Ave, Hanford.
Family and Friends are invited to view Manuel’s legacy at www.peoplesfuneralchapel.com and write condolences.
Services by People’s Funeral Chapel 584-5591.