Virginia T. Haro, 93, passed on August 24, 2026, in Visalia, CA. Born June 9, 1933, in Santa Paula, CA, Virginia lived a life marked by warmth, bright presence, and an easy way of drawing people close. She was a woman whose friendliness was felt quickly and remembered long after, and whose lively spirit brought lightness to everyday moments.
Virginia attended school through the 10th grade, carrying forward a practical strength and steady determination that served her throughout life.
In June of 1954, Virginia married Guadalupe Haro. Together they built a family and welcomed two children, John Paul Haro and Linda Berry. Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Guadalupe Haro, who passed August 28, 2021, and by her son, John Paul Haro, who passed on July 4, 2024. She was also preceded in death by her father, Lorenzo Trejo Trujillo, and her mother, Victoriana Torres. As well as, her sisters Rita Mejia, Grace Tafoya and Ernestine Perez and brother Fidel Trujillo. Virginia is survived by her loving daughter Linda L. Berry (David), grandson Lawrence C. Hicks (Chad), granddaughters Devin Wray Smith, Chelsy Hirsh (Jordan) and great-grandchildren Jacob Berry, Oona Hirsh and Ruby Smith and numerous nieces, nephews and godchildren.
Virginia’s joy for life often showed in the way she connected with others—never hesitant to step into the center of a room with a smile, a kind word, and a cheerful energy that made people feel at ease. She also loved to take photographs, preserving moments with care and attention, and finding simple beauty worth keeping.
A viewing will be held Thursday, September 10th, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Woodlake Chapel. A Rosary will began at 6:00 PM.
Mass will be Friday, September 11th, at St. Francis Church at 9:30 AM, followed by a graveside service at Woodlake Cemetery at 10:00 AM. A reception will be held at Miller Memorial Chapel in Visalia.
