He was preceded in death by his Dad Albert P. Riojas and his brother Russell. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Yolanda, his son Marshall (Daney), his mom Virginia Marquez and his siblings Victoria S. Riojas-Zamora (Sean), Matthew D. Riojas (Irma) and Mario A. Riojas.
After graduating from Clovis West High School, Marshall embarked upon a career with the IRS, Event Staff Security and a Journeyman Electrician with IBEW Local 100. He briefly worked alongside social workers fighting for the safety of children, and ended his career back in the electrician field as a Warehouse Logistics Manager.
Marshall was known for never being without his camera – a hobby that blossomed into a successful photography business.
Marshall was a devout and loving father, husband, uncle, Nino, brother, nephew, cousin and friend. His most cherished role was that of shaping the lives of others through good works and example. He had a major influence on many young lives as a coach and mentor, instilling the lessons of honesty, loyalty, and doing what is right. He never boasted about his good deeds but could be counted upon to give back to his community via his photography, food drives, fundraising, etc.
A Rosary will be prayed on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at 7:00 PM at Whitehurst Sullivan Burns & Blair Funeral Home 836 E. Nees Avenue, Fresno, CA 93720.
A funeral mass will be celebrated at St. Helen’s Church 4870 E. Belmont Avenue, Fresno, CA, 93727 at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, December 13, 2023.
Interment at St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery will follow.
