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Cliserio Diaz Obituary
January 27, 1939 ~ January 11, 2020
Salinas
Cliserio Anthony "Tony" Diaz, age 80, left to be with our Lord in Heaven on January 11, 2020 in Salinas, CA, surrounded by his loving children and extended family.
The youngest of 12 children born to the late Alejo Lopez Diaz and Balbina (Padilla), Tony Diaz graduated from Salinas High School in 1957 and from Hartnell College with an AA in Business Administration.
Tony was drafted into the US Army in February 1962. Stationed in Korea, he served our country with honor and dignity. Throughout his time in the service, he ranked as a Specialist and received commendations for being a Sharpshooter with an M-1 Rifle and an M-14 Rifle Expert. He was honorably discharged in February of 1964.
After his discharge, Tony moved back to his home of Salinas, started his family, and eventually started his own business, which he ran until his last days with us.
Tony became a well-known icon in Salinas as the owner of Tony Diaz Bail Bonds. Through his leadership, compassion, and an unwavering desire to help his community, he was able to help thousands of families through his business. He was known as the most compassionate bail bondsman in the entire town.
Tony was preceded in death by his parents and ten of his siblings. He is survived by his dear partner, Mary Benson, as well as his siblings, Charlie Diaz & Teresa (Teddy) Diaz, his children, Steve Diaz, Mark Diaz, Derek Diaz, and Michelle Diaz, and his step-children, Tony Largo, Janelle Varada, Paula Quinn Largo, Henry Cruz and Kristian Cruz. He is also survived by ten grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and his best friend, Rocky the Shih-Tzu.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated on January 24 at 1;00 PM at Madonna Del Sasso Church, 320 E Laurel Drive in Salinas, California at 1:00 PM followed by a Celebration of Life in the parish hall. All who knew of Tony's life and kindness are more than welcome to be with the family at these services. To sign Tony's guestbook and leave messages for his family, please visit www.baysidecommunitymortuary.com.
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February 17, 2020
Our deepest condolences mark and Derrick,you are in our prayers.your dad was a wonderful man and he was the best dad in the world to all of you.roseann casares and family
January 24, 2020
My condolences to the sons and family. Your dad will always be remembered fondly by me and my dad. Kevin Deupser
Norman Broussard
January 23, 2020
I am so sadden by hearing of your passing . We have known each other since the 3rd grade at Sacred Heart. I have always thought of you as a true friend. Rest in Peace buddy. I will never forget you.
Norman Broussard
Fran Nishida
January 21, 2020
One of the nicest and friendliest bail bondsman I had the pleasure to know during my working years with the county clerk office. RIP Tony.Fran
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January 20, 2020
We are so very sorry to hear of Bubbles passing, he will forever be in our hearts. Because of Al suffering a stroke early this past year we will be unable to travel to Salinas for the services.
Love to the family
Al & Virginia Sanchez
dennis andersen
January 20, 2020
Bubbles, sorry you left us unexpectedly and that I can't be there for your service but my saddened heart will be. I have known you since our Sacred Heart Grammar School days. When I get to Salinas I will feel your presence and remember your smile, friendliness and gentleness. My condolences and blessings to Mary and all the Diaz family. Farewell my friend and see you in Heaven. Dennis Andersen
Frankie Bulilis-Littlewood
January 18, 2020
If I'm unable to attend, my condolences to the family. A long time friend since high school,he was always "Bubbles" to me. Rest in peace old friend.
Barbara Cota
January 17, 2020
May you rest in peace.
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