Charles D. CANEZ III

CANEZ, III, Charles D.
Was born in Los Angeles, CA on July 18, 1940 and passed away on November 6, 2011 in Roseville, CA surrounded by his two loving sons, Chad and Brad Canez and his nephew Jim Swenson. Charles was a caring father, grandfather and brother who is also survived by his special granddaughter Olivia Canez; his loving sisters Connie, Juliet and Susie; his ex-wife Marilynn and numerous nieces and nephews. Charles graduated from Serra High School in Gardena, CA in 1959 where he excelled in track. He went on to receive an AA degree from Antelope Valley Jr. College in 1975 and his Bachelor's degree in Public Administration from the University of San Francisco in 1982. His professional career started with LAPD in 1963 where he became a vice squad officer before retiring. After retiring from the LAPD he worked for DMV where he retired as a Supervising Special Investigator in 1988. Charles took great pride in his law enforcement career and considered it an honor to be a peace officer. He was taken from us too soon and will be sadly missed. A graveside service will be held at Holy Cross Cemetery located at 5835 W. Slauson Ave. in Culver City, CA on November 12, 2011 at 1:30 pm.