"Art"
Art was born on February 2, 1930 in Guatemala City, Guatemala. He passed away to
his heavenly home on February 13, 2019.
Art came to the United States in 1951 where he made his home in Fresno California.
He became a US Citizen in 1968 and was so proud to become an American.
He met the love of his life Esther in Fresno in 1953 and they became husband and wife
on May 1, 1955. Art and Esther were blessed with 5 children and made their loving
home in Fresno California.
Art and Esther started their business in 1961 in Highway City, California called Art's
Appliance Service, where he repaired appliances. A few years later he attended Fresno
City College where he received his HVACR Certification. They changed the family
business to Art’s Refrigeration Service and continues to service homes and businesses
in Fresno.
Art is survived by his beautiful wife of 64 years Esther Rosales; daughter Flor Rossal;
Son, Rick Rosales and wife Rosie; daughter Lisa Fanucchi and husband Steve;
daughter Lori Horiuchi and husband Eric; daughter-in-law Rosa Rosales; son Joe
Rosales. Art and Esther were also blessed with 12 grandchildren; 12 great-
grandchildren; one great-great grandson; numerous nieces and nephews; and sister, Martha Villagran.
He was preceded in death by his parents Jose and Julia Rosales; son, Art Rosales Jr.;
granddaughter, Nichole Maldonado; and brothers, Bias, Victor and Manual.
He will be missed by his family and friends.
Visitation will be held at St. Mary Queen of Apostles Catholic Church on Thursday, February 21, 2019 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. followed by Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 7:00 p.m.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary Queen of Apostles Catholic Church on Friday, February 22, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Fresno Memorial Gardens.
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