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JOE ARANAZ Obituary
Joe Aranaz, who recently celebrated his 100 year birthday, died peacefully at home on Saturday, February 7, 2015. He was born in Fresno to Lorenzo Aranaz and Cecelia Erro, on December 25, 1914.
Joe served his country as a forward artillery observer in the European Theater under General George Patton from 1942 to 1945. He participated in the Battle of the Bulge and was awarded a Bronze Star for valor.
Joe began his career with the Fresno Fire Department in 1941, which he resumed following his military service. Joe was promoted to Fire Engineer in 1946, and retired after 32 years with the FFD.
Bilingual in Spanish and English, Joe served as a medical and legal interpreter for 25 years following his FFD retirement.
Joe was known for being a loving and caring husband, father and grandfather. He had strong core values and an acerbic wit.
Joe was preceded in death by his loving wife of 72 years, Jean (Paladino) Aranaz.
He is survived by his daughter, Janet Mattson and her husband John; his son, Joel Aranaz and his wife Juanita; his grandchildren, Matt and Elisabeth Treadway, Carey, Kelly and Julie Aranaz; his step-granddaughter, Jessica Jordan and her husband Chris, and their children, Brian and Katie. He is also survived by his older sister, Fermina Harvey; and his sister-in-law, Phyllis Provenzano.
The family would like to thank his dedicated caregivers, Pat and Dina.
A Graveside Service will be held at Fresno Memorial Gardens on Friday, February 13, 2015, at 2:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the donor's favorite charity.
Whitehurst, Sullivan, Burns & Blair Funeral Home, 1525 East Saginaw Way, Fresno, California (559)227-4048
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Memories and Condolences
for JOE ARANAZ
February 16, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. -
Proverbs 18:10. PJ; MS
G
February 14, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. May God grant you peace and comfort. Psalms 83 : 18, Psalms 147 : 3
February 13, 2015
To Joel and family, so sadden to read about your dad. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Your dad was a great and friendly man and I was proud to have known him as a member at the credit union. ET
Kevin and Linda Carroll
February 12, 2015
Joel, what a wonderful life your father must have lived. To see all the changes in a century and share so much with his family and friends is a remarkable feat. I know he will be missed by all whose lives he touched. With sincere condolences on his passing.
Linda and Kevin Carroll
February 11, 2015
Joel, may loving memories of your father bring you and your family peace, comfort and strength. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. You are forever in our hearts. Lori and Roy
February 11, 2015
Thank you for your service to this country. RIP
February 11, 2015
We extend our heartfelt condolences to Janet and John and your family. Janet, you were deeply loved by your father, such a blessing.
Keith, Helen, and Alejandra Dunkel
February 11, 2015
To our Dear friends Joel and Juanita, and your family, we offer our heartfelt sympathy and love. We have been blessed to have met and spend some time with Joe. He loved you both very much. He now rests in peace with Jean.
Matthew 5:4
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Keith, Helen, and Alejandra Dunkel
February 11, 2015
Joel and Juanita, what a wonderful tribute to read your Father's life story. Blessings to you and your family. Stan and Melany Felton
February 11, 2015
Sincere condolences the family of Joe. May you find comfort in knowing that God feels for us when we suffer-as if their pain were in his heart. Isa. 63:9
NCarolina
Louise and Ivory Tsuda-Rubin
February 11, 2015
May we extend our deepest sympathy to Janet, Joel and their families.
Whitehurst, Sullivan, Burns & Blair Chapel
February 11, 2015
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