Willie passed away on January 9, 2016 a t the age of 86. He was born in North Fork and attended the Indian Mission School there. He was a veteran o f the Korean War, he then worked for Western Union in Oakland for 30 years. He came home to Friant to retire. He loved playing the piano and socializing.
He is survived by his sister, Barbara Meador of Madera; along with many nieces; and nephews.
Visitation will be held at Clovis Funeral Chapel on Thursday, January 14, 2016, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
A Graveside Service will be held a t North Fork Cemetery on Friday, January 15, 2016 at 11:00 a.m.
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gage Sandoval
January 16, 2016
uncle you ment so much to me you were always there no matter where you were i will never forget you for ever in your heart
Niece Jeanette Sample
January 16, 2016
Uncle Willie, a kind hearted, respected man. Oh, not to forget a very educated and successful man at that. A man that helped so many! To me my uncle was in balance with his life, taking care of himself in all categories. Even though there is and will be a lot of emptiness in my life I believe he is in a Beautiful place now. I will cherish the music he played on his piano, what a Gift. He was Blessed and so was I along with so many others. I will cherish all the memories spent together and the time that I was able to visit. It was like old times. We laughed, we cried, all good stuff. A very happy day for us both. We hugged, as normal for our family, gave Uncle a kiss and told him that I loved him and would see him again. I asked him what I could get him and he said "bring me some nectarines, they should be good and ripe right now" I said I would, not knowing this would be my last visit, my farewell. Uncle Willie will always be the "Special Uncle" in my life. I will miss him deeply; although Uncle Willie will always be loved and live in my heart forever. A LOVING AND CARING UNCLE TO HIS FAMILY!!!!
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