Joseph Delima Raneses

Joseph Delima Raneses, of Salinas, CA was called to be home with God on Saturday morning April 26, 2025 at the age of 80.

He was born December 12, 1944 in Legaspi, Albay, Philippines, and was the youngest of 9 siblings, which included 6 brothers and 2 sisters. He married the love of his life in 1965, and fathered 4 sons and a daughter. Joseph graduated at Feati University in Manila, Philippines as a Civil Engineer and worked hard most of his adult years to provide his family and be able to live a comfortable life. For the past 35 years, Salinas was his cherished home, where he continued his duties at City of Salinas and became an active member of the Madonna del Sasso Catholic Church. His hard work will forever be remembered by the many buildings and houses he designed, of which will always stand based upon his dedication to perfection, and vast knowledge of intricate design and nurturing his spiritual life and supporting ministries in the Philippines. Joseph was a dedicated family man, and will forever be remembered for his sense of humor, his kindness, and his dedication to helping out his family as much as circumstances would allow.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Antoinette of 46 years and 6 of his siblings Aurora, Iluminada, Jesus, Antonio, Juanito, and Lorenzo Jr. He is survived by his children (Jorge, Lorenzo, Joshua, Janet and Joseph), two siblings (Ben and Jaime), as well as many grandchildren and great-grand children.

We are comforted knowing that he and his wife are now at peace for eternity in the loving arms of our Lord in heaven.

Joseph will be cremated and then a mass service will take place at Madonna Del Saso on June 27, 2025, 10am. Final resting place will be in the Philippines.