Olivia Martinez Ravan

Olivia Martinez Ravan obituary, Salinas, CA

Olivia Martinez Ravan

Olivia Ravan Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Healey Mortuary and Crematory on Sep. 6, 2024.

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Olivia Martinez Ravan, 82 years old, of Salinas, CA passed away on Wednesday, August 21 in her home surrounded by loved ones. She was a dedicated Postal worker for nearly 25 years. Olivia was passionate about her relationship with Jesus Christ and loved to share how much He loves them with anyone she encountered.
A devoted member of Celebration church, Olivia loved to sing in the choir. She enjoyed spending her free time volunteering at the Confidence Pregnancy Center and with several street side ministries. Olivia also loved spending time outside tending to her garden and feeding all the native birds.
Predeceased family: Beloved granddaughter, Josselyn Grace Giebeler, parents: Matias and Antonia Valdez, brothers: Frank Valdez and Nick Valdez, sisters: Inez Jaime and Irma Martinez.
Survived by her three children: Robert Ravan (Eileen) of Stafford, VA, Judi Giebeler (Adam) of Charlotte, NC, Caroline Benetti (Giulio) of Pacific Grove, CA. Grandchildren; Tyler Ravan, Loren Ravan and Ashley Venzon. Siblings: Andrew Valdez (Janie), Yolanda Mata (Albert), Chris Valdez, Martha Martinez, Elva Valdez and Lupe Meza. She has been blessed with dozens of nieces and nephews.
The celebration of life services will be held at Celebration Church on Saturday, November 16th at 11am. One of Olivia's requests was to wear something colorful, no black please.
Address:
10 Simas Street
Salinas, CA 93901
In lieu of flowers, the family wishes for donations to be made in her honor to the Confidence Pregnancy Center in Salinas. https://pregnancysalinas.com

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