Josefina Sadian Balbas-Born April 1, 1923 in Gabut Badoc Ilocos Norte Philippines. Passed on March 6, 2014 at the age of 90 in Delano, CA. Josefina had lived in the area for 36 years, she was a loving wife and mother. She is survived by her children, Evangelina Balbas(daughter), Edwin Balbas Sr.(son), Lydia Balbas(daughter-in-law) and Antonio Julian Jr.(son-in-law) Her grandchildren Michelle & Taul Gazeley, Cheryl & Antonio Gonzalez and Edwin Balbas Jr. Her great grandchildren Preston Gazeley, Aaron and Amalia Gonzalez. Josefina is preceded in death by her husband Francisco Balbas, and her daughter Norma Julian.
Services- Rosary March 13, 2014 at 6pm, Delano Mortuary Chapel. Mass will be at St. Mary's of the Miraculous Medal Catholic Church on March 14, 2014. Burial to follow at North Kern District Cemetery.
Pallbearers: Edwin Balbas Jr., Allen Cabading, Apollo Baldoz, Jason Limon, Andrew Cabacungan, Anthony Natividad
Honorary Pallbears: Preston Gazeley, Aaron Gonzalez
Arrangements under the direction of Delano Mortuary, Delano, CA.
