Olivia Hernandez Talavera

1946 - 2017

Olivia Hernandez Talavera obituary, 1946-2017, Dinuba, CA

BORN

1946

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Sterling & Smith Funeral Home - Dinuba

139 W. Mariposa Street

Dinuba, California

Olivia Talavera Obituary

Olivia Hernandez Talavera

May 30, 1946 - December 03, 2017

Dinuba

Olivia Talavera, 71, of Dinuba passed away in her home on December 3, 2017. She was born in Woodlake on May 30, 1946, raised in Visalia.

She preceded in death by her sisters, Anita Hernandez, Delores Gomez, and brothers Mike Hernandez, Victor Hernandez and Armando Hernandez.

She is survived by her two daughters; Vera Lopez and Lisa Todd and son-in-law, Ted Lopez. Her sister, Alice Garcia, two grandchildren Quinn Todd and Steven Todd and numerous nieces and nephews.

She had several jobs throughout her life. She worked at Bayley's Factory in Visalia where she was also the union president. She was a real estate agent in Orange County and in Visalia. In her later years she was a home health care-taker.

She was an avid reader, enjoyed sewing, knitting, crocheting and loved putting jigsaw puzzles together.

She was a caring and generous person that would strike up a conversation with anyone. She was truly loved and will be greatly missed.

A memorial service will be held at Grace of God Church, 961 E. Elizabeth Way in Dinuba on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2017 at 1PM, reception to follow. Condolences or share a memory at www.sterlingandsmithfd.com

Published by Tulare Advance-Register & Visalia Times-Delta on Dec. 8, 2017.
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Olivia is my mother in-law Anita Hernandez younger sister. She was a very pleasant and out spoken women. Any statement she made was a very strong one. She was a strong minded women that loved and lived life to the fullest. She was a people person, she has lots of family and friends that love her. Now she is with her loved ones in heaven. May she rip.

Lanise Hernandez

December 13, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. we will miss all the good times we shared. Your friends Roy and Becky Martinez Arizona City Az

Rebecca Martinez

December 11, 2017

My deepest sympathy goes out to Libby's family. I wish there were words that could express how much Libby meant to my Mom, Margaret, and to the rest of my family. Libby was one of mom's 'besties' and I appreciated how she shared her love, loyalty and strength so freely and without expecting anything back. Libby was one of a kind and I am so glad she was in our lives. We will miss her more than we could ever say. I pray that God gives her family strength to get through this difficult time. Luv you Libby.

Julie Aleman

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December 9, 2017

My heart and deepest sympathy goes out to Oliviia's family. I had the privilege of meeting her a couple times and each time she made me feel like I had known her for years. She loved her family and adored her grandchildren.
May God bless the family with cherished memories which will help their hearts to heal. Prayers of comfort and peace during this difficult time. Hugs Lisa, Quinn, Steven, and family.

Kat~

December 8, 2017

I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to Oly's family. I will always remember her big smile. She will always be in my heart. She was a good friend. Vera and Lisa you are in my prayers.

Linda Navarrete

December 8, 2017

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