Luis P. Garcia was born on October 27, 1954 in San Antonio, TX and peacefully passed away at home surrounding by his loving family on November 26, 2018 in Merced, California after bravely fighting a courageous battle against cancer.
Luis is survived by his wife, Pat Galan-Garcia; daughter, Lynn Marie Arevalo (Rob); son, Luis D. Garcia (Jo Ann); grandchildren, Alex & Sophia Arevalo, Marc Anthony & Sierra Martinez ; sister, Lucy Aguillon; brothers, David Garcia and Daniel Garcia (Becky); cousin, Dona Day; and many beloved nieces, nephews, great friends, and his best fur buddies-Papi, Daisy, Mamas, and Abby.
Luis was proceeded in death by his father, Luis Perez Garcia; mother, Matilda (Mary) Ramirez; brothers, Edward Santos Garcia and Angel Michael Garcia.
Luis proudly served his country in the Navy aboard the USS America in Active Duty from January 14, 1976 to January 4, 1979 and Navy Reserve from January 4, 1979 to January 14, 1982, receiving an Honorable Discharge. While serving in the Navy, Luis learned his lifelong trade as an electrician.
Luis worked for Covanta Energy for 21 years as an Instrumentation Specialist. At Covanta Energy, he was an expert in his field and a mentor to his coworkers. Prior to Covanta Energy, Luis worked for Color Press for 15 years as an Electrical Technician.
Luis experienced many joys in life including vacationing to Mexico, tinkering as he called it, restoring his 1963 Buick Riviera and going to Hot August Nights in Reno with his buddy, Mike and his brother, Daniel; but his most cherished joy was spending time with his family. Luis loved his family, friends and extended family. His home was always open to visits and everyone was welcomed at the “Patio”.
A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Stratford Evans, 1490 B Street, Merced, California. Graveside Service Monday, December 10, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. San Joaquin Valley National Cemetery, Santa Nella, California.
