Tomas Olivares Canales Jr., age 80, of Fresno, California passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023. Tomas was born in Fresno, California. Tomas is survived by his wife, Alice Canales; his daughter Ruth Megerdichian (Armen); his son Tomas Canales III (Sylvia); and his daughter Esperanza Melendez (Joe).
Mr. Canales also leaves behind 10 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren to cherish his memory.
A visitation for Tomas will be held Thursday, February 2, 2023 at 5:00 pm, followed by the rosary at 6:30 pm, Lisle Funeral Home, 1605 L Street, Fresno, CA 93721. Mass of Christian Burial will occur Friday, February 3, 2023 at 9:00 am at St. John's Cathedral, 2814 Mariposa Street, Fresno, CA 93721. Interment will follow at St. Peter's Cemetery.
Serving as pallbearers are Tomas Canales III, Jose Melendez Jr., Armen Megerdichian, Victor Canales, Jose Melendez III, Tomas Canales IV, USMC Cpl. Liana Melendez and USMC Sgt. Christopher Castaneda.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.lislefuneralhome.com for the Canales family.
