Bakersfield, California
1930 - 2011
Serafin F. Lara June 4, 1930 - January 11, 2011 Serafin passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 11, 2011. He was a provider and dedicated his life to his family. Serafin is preceded in death by his wife, Frances B. Lara, and his grandson, Gabriel Salcido. He is survived by his daughter,...
Read MoreGramps, I had a dream about you the other day and am thinking about you. I miss you and grandma so much. Thank you for being such a great grandpa. I'm sure right now you're on the bank of a beautiful river fishing and thanking God for his beautiful creation.
Michael Romero
September 22, 2011 | Bakersfield, CA
Happy Birthday Mister!!... That was our saying every time we greeted each other on any given day. Well, only a few more days left until I complete my full year of duty serving in Afghanistan. I know we had agreed in having a large Welcome Home BBQ at your house with you at the ready on the grill, but I am sad to say that our plans have changed. I do want to thank you and Grandma for your guidance and protection throughout my life, especially this last year. It must have been difficult and...
Tony Jaquez
June 26, 2011 | Bakersfield, CA
May God's Blessings be with Mr. Lara's family. I know he will be greatly missed.
Brenda Ball
January 20, 2011 | Kalispell, MT
To the Lara Family:
Our deepest sympathy for you. Tony has always spoken with respent and honor about his grandfather.
Take care - Your friends at the City of Bakersfield Planning Dept.
January 18, 2011
May you rest in Peace..........mi gran amigo.
Rosendo Arredondo and Family
January 17, 2011 | Bakersfield, CA
Papafin, you will greatly be missed. We will always love you...Alex, Jacoro, Boogie-woogie, Jon jon
January 17, 2011
Papafin, since grandma passed, you were never the same. I could see the loneliness in your eyes even when you had people around you. I knew you deeply missed grandma. It made me sad when you told me you would go to the cemetery by yourself to spend time with her. I am so glad you are at peace. It hurts me in my heart to know that I no longer have my grandparents. You two have been a HUGE part of my life. I will always cherish the stories you told me along with the things you (and grams)...
jennifer rimer
January 17, 2011 | Bakersfield, CA
Serafin,you will always be kneeling by our fence with little CC, challenging me on whether or not I can grow something. My garden is beautiful because of you! You will forever remain in my mind and heart wherever my garden grows. I will miss you and our talks by the fence. love, Samantha
Samantha Pankey
January 17, 2011 | Right Next Door, CA
You will forever be in our hearts, you where loved greatly by everyone. You made us laugh and enjoy every second we spend with you. It was a pleasure working for you for 10 years, and taught me so much. My family and I are so sad to hear of your passing but happy to know you are at peace with your beloved wife....we will miss you greatly and hope that your family will find comfort knowing they have you watching over them. May you Rest in Peace...
Rosendo Arredondo and Family
January 17, 2011 | Bakersfield, CA