At the beginning of the pandemic, it was said that everyone would be affected by it. I never imagined that it would be at our doorstep. It saddens me to great lengths that we have had to experience this moment. 

Here is my remembrance:

I will always remember his stoic look, but when he smiled, the world was good. I met Señor Olmos spring of 1991. It was one of those meet the parent things. I have to admit, I was a bit intimidated, not just of him but also of the who family. 

He was a strict, thoughtful, and ingenious person. He cared for his family and loved them dearly. And he was loved back. 

So, for the next 29 years or so, I learned about Señor Olmos’ family, his history, his passion for animal husbandry, his below the radar humor, his strong work ethic, and his love for his family, although it was sometimes hard to gauge it. In those subsequent years, I became intertwined with the Olmos family. 

Although I enjoyed the time in Mohave, his retirement in Fresno brought forth a new life away from the inhospitable environment of the high desert. He continued to raise goats, sheep, and one pig on the smaller property, and on several occasions, he sent us fresh lamb to eat. This past summer, he completed an outdoor brick for which he was very proud. He looked forward to making gorditas and other good food. He also had a deep fire pit oven for birria, the birria was his specialty, along with carnitas and chicharron. 

Nevertheless, our twins carry his history and blood forward to the world. They will forever be connected to Mexico, Mohave, and Fresno. 

Señor Joel Olmos Sandoval, PRESENTE!!


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Al señor Olmos, le sobrevive 7 hijos adultos, 10 nietos, y 1 bisnieto.

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Joel Olmos Sandoval

August 3, 1947 – August 24, 2020

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