JONATHAN PSAILA

Dr. Jonathan R. Psaila, DVM passed away in Clovis, CA, on Thursday, August 3, 2017. He was 31. Dr. "Jon" Psaila was born on December 19, 1985. He grew up in the rural countryside of Clovis, CA, where his deep appreciation for animals began. While attending Clovis High school, Jon was an active member of the Future Farmers of America (FFA) and established a large Main Anjou cattle operation. He pursued his dream of becoming a veterinarian and graduating from Oklahoma State University Center for Veterinary Health Sciences in 2013. Jon then spent two years practicing veterinary medicine in Elk City, OK, before moving back to Clovis in 2015, to start Psaila Veterinary Services, a mobile veterinary clinic. The mobile clinic provided medical care for animals from underserved families throughout the Central Valley. Jon also developed a pet food pantry with Fresno County's 4-H to collect and distribute pet food to those in need. When Jon wasn't helping pet owners and their best friends live long and healthy lives together, he spent time outdoors, nurturing his flourishing gardens. Jon was the chairman of the Mendota FFA Agricultural Advisory committee and a member of the California Veterinary Board. He was a light in the lives of all who knew him. Jon is survived by his parents, Kellie and Dennis Psaila; his brother, Chris Psaila; his grandparents, Cora Chronister, and Josie and Chuck Psaila; his aunts and uncles, Kimmie and Lance Fisken, Jerry and Nancy Chronister, Jan and Derek Yoder, David and Linda Psaila, and Danny Psaila; and numerous cousins. A scholarship has been established in Jon's memory to support the post secondary education of Clovis FFA members. Donations may be made at gofundme.com/dr-jon-psaila-scholarship-fund. A Viewing will be held at Boice Funeral Home in Clovis, CA, on Wednesday, August 16, 2017, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at Cross City Christian Church, formerly Northside, in Clovis, CA, on Thursday, August 17, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. A Graveside Service and reception to follow.