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1944
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2010
Mike Arias Memoriam
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for Mike Arias
Carol Knapp
July 10, 2023
Hard to forget this kind person.
Carol Knapp
July 10, 2021
Years that I worked in banking with Crocker and Wells Fargo Bank along the way I met many special customers who became friends. Michael was one of them. Rest in peace.
Daniel Alcaraz
February 26, 2011
This is Anthony and Daniel Alcaraz we just found out today that our Nino had passed away we are very sad. We send all of our condolences to Arias family..from Jesse, Grace, Daniel and Anthony we are still living in Stockton..we wished could of attended funeral love Alcaraz's
October 14, 2010
Mike was one of the nicest persons the Lomas girls had the pleasure to have known in our lifetime. Always a great smile and great "hello!"
Mike will be greatly missed by our family. We attended BHS with him.
Mike, I'm sure God received you with open arms, a great smile and a "Welcome Home Son!"
You're in our prayers. Never to be forgotten.
Your friends,
Annette, Lucille and Joanna Lomas
Roger Gonzalez
October 14, 2010
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Henry "Spanky" Arias
August 17, 2010
Today we come to celebrate the life of my Uncle "Mike Arias." Each one of us here today can say we were very blessed to have been part of his life. To My Family, Aunt Rachel, cousins Michael,Shelly and Eric, your Husband and Dad spoke about you guys with Love and Pride he felt for each one of you, you were his perfect family. Son in law JJ, and Daughter in law Stephanie, you 2 were like his own children he loved you and appreciated everything about you guys. Taylor, Zach, Ryan, Allison, Derek and Sydney, you 6 grandkids were the joy of your Grandpa's life, he loved all of you as one, and enjoyed the times he spent with each one of you. To his brothers John and Henry, Sisters Delores, Lupita and Margaret, you were his first family and he cherished every moment that he would spend with you and your families. Ted, Mando, and Carlos you 3 were his brothers in law, but Uncle Mike only saw each of you as a Brother whom he would do anything for. Bobby Aguilar, you were a great friend to My Uncle, the 2 of you had many great times together, some a little crazier than others, like the time the tree fell on top of my Uncle Mike, but thats why he referred to you as his "Partner in Crime." Serving in the Navy on the USS Canberra, and serving in Vietnam was something My Uncle was very proud of, we heard all the stories and each time you could see the pride all over his face. He would tell me that serving his country was his biggest individual accomplishment. He supported all the local sports including his favorite, his alumni, Garces Memorial High School. If any local team were playing a big game, you could bet Uncle Mike would be in the crowd. One of my best memories of my Uncle Mike came in little league baseball when I fell and hit my head and dropped the ball, he came out to what I believed was to check on my head, but all he asked was, " why I didn't catch the ball." I was so mad at him, that I gave him a hard time about it the rest of his life. Uncle Mike, " I will miss you very much, you were one of my Childhood heroes, I know you are with my Grandparents, your in laws and your Brothers and Sisters. Everyone here will miss your visits to their house and seeing your smile, you were the ultimate friend and family man that we will all remember. So as I say goodbye, I Thank You for all the Dodger games and the great memories that you left me, You were a awesome Uncle who will never be forgotten. Thank You
Carol Knapp
August 1, 2010
Rachel, I just saw that Mike passed away. I live in AZ half the year and didn't have the Bakersfield paper. He was always such a nice person. So sorry.
Reuben Castaneda
August 1, 2010
Dear Rachel and family, I just want you to know that you and Mike are in our continuing prayers. I was just thinking the other day, how Mike, Ralph Arias, Raul Alonzo and myself would sometimes get together and have a few, or more beers. This was before any of us were married. Those were great memories which will not soon be forgotten. In any case, know that you are all in our prayers.
Carriere
July 22, 2010
Dear Rachel & Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time, Mike was loved by many and truly accepted evryone in his life and home. He was always there for our daughters and for that I light this candle in his memory. Take care, Sincerely, Mark & Sarah(Ozuna) Carriere
Patricia Chavez
July 20, 2010
Dearest Rachel ( known to my Tisha & family as Tia Rachel)
I truly was blessed to witness the love and compassion of ALL the family and friends that were at Mike's "Celebration of Life" What an outpouring of love and support. I want you to know that I continue to
hold you close to my heart, and lift you and your family in prayer.
With love and respect,
Patricia Chavez ( Tishas momma )
July 19, 2010
Rachel, my thoughts and prayers for comfort are with you and your family. I will always remember Mike with his wonderful smile. My sisters and I are so thankful that you and he drove to see us in Las Vegas.
With love, Lourdes Ozuna Mendoza & family
Cathi Stier
July 19, 2010
To Mr. Mike’s Family, Mr. Mike was a Dear Man who always greeted me and my daughters with a smile and a genuine warm heart during our years at Heritage. He was always happy to lend a helping hand, and to assist us with our projects. He enjoyed watching the kids play sports and was part of our Heritage family. Then continued to support us at Garces; his goodness just shinned around him. He will be missed greatly.The girls were so sad to hear of his passing they began to tell little stories of his kindness in the past years, they all thought he liked them especially! We are sorry we could not attend his services, we are on vacation; we are lighting candles and praying at the old beautiful Church here in Mexico for him.
With Love, The Stier Family
Michelle Wren
July 19, 2010
Someone so special...
...can never be forgotten.
Words, however kind,
can't mend your heartache:
but those who care and
share your loss wish you
comfort and peace of mind.
May you find strength
in the love of family
and in the warm embrace
of friends.
Dennis & Michelle Wren
July 19, 2010
Rachel, Michelle and family,
May God comfort you and give you strength. Mr. Arias was a kind man and always acknowledged my family and I with his warm smile and words. We are going to miss him at future games!
Maria Rizo
Anna McMurtrey
July 19, 2010
"Mr.Mike" was such a wonderful and caring person. He always welcomed my children with smiles and kind words while they attended Heritage Christian Schools. I can clearly remember one day my son saying to me, "Mr. Mike can fix anything", and him being so amazed with his work ethic. Though we have been gone from the school for a year, he is still remembered with great happiness in our home. Thinking of his family during this difficult time and thanking them for sharing his amazing character with us.
The McMurtrey Family
anissa nichols
July 19, 2010
Rachel ! You are in my prayers!! I am just so happy we got to see you guys at our Wedding Reception before Mikes Passing..
Robin Carpenter
July 19, 2010
Dear Rachel and family,
Much love to all of you, I think of you all with such great fondness and I wish you God's blessings as you go through this time together. Mike is such a wonderful soul.
Robin (Knapp) Carpenter
Robert Petersen
July 18, 2010
To Mike's family: I worked with Mike at Albertson's. I always enjoyed his cheerful personality and kind words. Your family will be in my thoughts.
Eric Winterset
July 18, 2010
Having lived down the street from Mike and Rachel and growing up with Eric since we were both five years old makes this tough. He was one of the fathers of all of us growing up which included Boogie, Mike, Trey, and yes McCallum. A Dodger fan til the end and still driving the 44 Davis truck. Our condolences go out to the Arias family. Eric Winterset (I.S.G.)
Denise Surber
July 18, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. Those of us at Heritage Christians Schools will miss him dearly....his smile, kind words, and helping hand. Mr. Mike was a favorite among students, faculty, and parents and we were blessed to have him as part of our lives.
July 17, 2010
"My condolences to the Arias family. Although you may not know me, I had known Mike since 1953. When I first came from Texas he was one of my first friends. I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family." Raymond Juarez (Oceanside, Ca.)
Lynda Ozuna
July 17, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you Nina Rachel,Michael,Michelle and Eric as well as all the grandkids. Uncle Mike meant the world to me and I will never forget him. He was always smiling and there for anyone and everyone that needed him. Love you guys
michael gil
July 17, 2010
Arias Family: I am so sorry about your loss. My heart breaks for you because I too lost my father last December and truly feel your pain. My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family.
Adela Brown
July 16, 2010
My condolences to the Arias family. I did not know Mike but I do know my son-in-law,Lorenz and I know he will miss his Uncle very much. To the Arias Family; May you find comfort in the memories that are yours to cherish, and strength in the companionship of those who share your loss.
Adela Brown, Las Vegas Nevada
C Cuen
July 16, 2010
Rachel & Family our thoughts and prayers
are with you.
our Love,
C.Cuen & family
Stephanie Lancaster
July 16, 2010
Rachel, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My son, Stevie, just graduated from Heritage this year and Mike was that constant cheery, helpful face we saw every morning when I dropped my son off at school.
God bless,
Stephanie and Stevie Lancaster
yvette sanchez
July 16, 2010
Nina And Family
Your In Our Thoughts And Prayers
Love You
Yvette And Family
YVETTE SANCHEZ
July 16, 2010
NO FAREWELLS WERE SPOKEN,NO TIME TO SAY GOODBYE.
YOU WERE GONE BEFORE WE KNEW IT, AND ONLY GOD KNOWS WHY.
A LOVING FATHER IS NOW TO REST,FOR EACH OF US HE DID HIS BEST.
HIS LOVE WAS GREAT,HIS HEART WAS KIND, A BEAUTIFUL MEMORY HE LEFT BEHIND.
IN LOVING MEMORY OF MY NINO MIKE ARIAS
YOU WILL FOREVER BE IN MY HEART
July 16, 2010
Rachel, so sorry for you and your family's loss. He was such wonderful person and always had a smile. We saw him at church every Sunday and he always asked about our family. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Angel & Linda Cordoba
Julie Garcia-Davis
July 16, 2010
Dear Rachel and family, I am so sorry to hear this sad news. Wishing you strength during this difficult time. Love and blessings from your cousin, Julie Garcia-Davis
July 16, 2010
Mike was such a good hearted man, gentle, kind, and always remembered to ask about my kids. We will miss him very much at Heritage Schools. My heartfelt sympathy to the Arias family, and thanks for the years you shared Mike with us.
Dana Stamp
July 16, 2010
I'm saddened to learn of Mike's passing. Growing up with Michelle, her Dad was always such a joy to be around -- always smiling and laughing. I will miss him tremendously. My prayers are with the entire family. I love and miss you Rachel, Michelle, Michael and Eric.
Tom/Lynda Finch
July 16, 2010
A wonderful person who will be missed by so many people. Always a smile and a positive good man. Never to be forgotten.
Sylvia Trevino-Moya
July 16, 2010
My condolences to the Arias family. Rachel, Mike Jr, Eric and Shelley, sorry to hear about your loss. You're in my thoughts and prayers. I will always remember Mike Sr for his kindness and his smile.
Reuben Castaneda
July 16, 2010
Our condolences to the family of Mike Arias i.e., Rachel, children, etc. We were saddened to learn of Mike's passing. He was a "great" and honorable person and cousin. He was a "genuine" individual whom loved his family dearly and devoted genuine time to God and church. He will be missed by many whom knew him well. May God bless and keep you in both eternal peace and in tranquility Mike. Reuben and Sarah Castaneda and family.
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