A much beloved husband, father, and "Buelito", Carlos R. Navarrette, passed away peacefully at home in Fresno, California on March 29, 2019 at the age of 99. He was born on November 4, 1919 in Fresno, California.
On June 28, 1943, he married the love of his life, Margaret Ava Navarrette. They were married for 76 years.
He was a proud WWII veteran who served in the U.S. Army and an avid sportsman.
Carlos' proudest accomplishment was to instill the importance of education to his children. He would always say, "Education is something that no one can ever take away from you."
He is survived by his wife Margaret and four children and their spouses: Carlos Navarrette and wife Frances, David Navarrette and wife Delores, Margaret Navarrette, John Navarrette and wife Margarita, 6 grandchildren, a sister, Lucy Galvez of Roseville, California and a brother, Henry Navarrette of Oakland, California.
A heartfelt thanks to Ferdinand Del Mundo for the wonderful care he provided and friendship he shared with Carlos and family. We would like to thank Amanda and Bender from Optimal Hospice and Nally Vue, each for their care and constant concern for the welfare of our father.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 7, 2019 at Palm La Paz Funeral Home, 2983 Tulare St, Fresno, California from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. The Rosary will be recited at 5:00 p.m.
A Celebration of Life will be held at St. John's Cathedral, 2814 Mariposa St, Fresno, California on Monday, April 8, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. Committal to be held at Fresno Memorial Gardens.
