Andrew Gilbert Garcia

Our father was born in Lemoore on February 4, 1927 to Seferina and Marcos Garcia. In 1945, he entered the Army during WWII. He was honorably discharged in 1946 due to family obligations.

On June 4th, 1951, he married our Mother, Connie Canalez. Together they created a family that has grown over the decades. In 2001, they celebrated 50 years of marriage. In 2002, our mother passed away from a lengthy illness. For 18 years, he missed her every single day and couldn't wait to see her. We are comforted knowing they are together again.

Dad worked for Lacey Milling Feed Mill for approximately 20 years and eventually retired from Coast Grain Company. Dad absolutely loved fishing with his buddies, casinos with his daughters, gardening his tomatoes with Rachel and cheering on the DODGERS with Rosalie and grandson Dennis!..He was so proud of his huge family and all their accomplishments.

Our dad is preceded in death by our loving mother, Connie C. Garcia, two great-grandchildren Cyrus Garcia and Cristian Ramirez and several of his siblings.

He leaves behind a family that surrounded him on his last moments in this world. Six daughters.. Helen(Raymond) Garcia, Cindy Garcia, Gloria(Steve)Perales, Kathy Garcia, Rachel Garza and Rosalie(Ruben)Gonzales Jr. 14 Grandchildren, 35 Great-Grandchildren and 7 Great-Great Grandchildren, including his

faithful dog, Manny.

He will be remembered as a feisty, never give up man. Dad had the heart of gold, there will never be another man like him. We will love and miss you forever.

Viewing will be held on November 5th 9 to 11 am at People's Funeral Chapel--reserved for immediate family and friends. The Graveside Service will be open to the public; it begins at 11:30 am at Calvary Cemetery.