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Juan Olivas Obituary
In Elk Grove on September 11, 2004. Loving husband of 32 years to Maria "Nancy" Olivas. Beloved father of Rene E. Olivas, his fiancee Ruthie and Mickey Olivas. Beloved brother of Ricky Olivas (Corrina). Brother-in-law of Martha Peralta and Sandra de la Vega. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. A resident of Elk Grove for 16 years. Manny was a dedicated public servant who truly enjoyed his work in the area of public health. He worked in this profession for 30 years. He first worked for the Centers for Disease Control and lastly for the State of California Department of Health Services. He was drafted into the Army for a tour of Vietnam where he served honorably. Manny will be missed by his oldest son, Rene, for their conversations about life, politics, history and philosophy. Nancy thanks him for 32 wonderful years of marriage. His youngest son, Mickey, thanks him for all the laughs. He is known by others for his witty quips, unique sense of humor and true love for knowledge, learning and travel. Manny considers his true home to be Texas. A native of Texas, aged 62 years. Friends are welcome to attend memorial services on Monday, September 13, at 6:00 PM in ELK GROVE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 9101 Elk Grove Blvd. in Elk Grove, 686-1888. Interment in Fort Bliss National Cemetery, Texas, will be private. In lieu of flowers, remembrances are preferred to the American Cancer Society, Sacramento Field Office, 1765 Challenge Way, Ste. 115, Sacramento, CA 95815-5000.
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Walter Gordon
September 18, 2004
My condolences to Manny's family and his many friends and colleagues.
I am proud to have had the pleasure of working with Manny thoughout our 30 years in STD control at the Federal, State, and local levels.
He have loss one of the nice guys who was a true professional, loved and respected by everyone with whom he related. Bless him.
Clyde Hooten
September 15, 2004
Maria, may God bless & comfort you and your family at the profound loss of your beloved Manny.
sheila wohler
September 14, 2004
Although I didn't have a great many occasions to meet Manny, when we did meet he was always so nice, encouraging and helpful. What a really nice man. He will be missed
Stewart Coulter
September 14, 2004
Manny positively impacted everyone who was fortunate enough to get to know him in any capacity. He certainly helped me through some difficult situations over the years in part with his wisdom, as well as with his wonderful sense of humor. He was a very smart, creative, dependable, classy, modest and empathetic man, and a man with GREAT integrity! He will be sorely missed. My thoughts go to his family at this most difficult time. May Mr. Olivas rest in peace. With much love and respect.
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Raul Sobero
September 13, 2004
I will be forever grateful to Manny for bringing me on board to work for the Orange County Health Care Agency, and introducing me to public health. He was a gentleman and a role model for those of us who had the privilege to work under his leadership. My prayers are with his family.
Roger Tulloch
September 13, 2004
Manny had two great loves -- Texas heat and his family. He was an excellent public health worker and a better friend. His infectious laugh and ability to tell a good story made the long trips to Fresno and beyond enjoyable. He will be missed.
Maria Sotomayor
September 13, 2004
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one to you and your family.
Rosilyn Ryals
September 13, 2004
I have known Manny over the decade or more that I have worked for the Alameda County Public Health Department. He was always cordial, compassionate, with great insight. I am sorry that he did not have an opportunity to fully enjoy the retirement that he so richly deserved. I offer my deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
Lavella Matthews
September 13, 2004
Maria,
Always cheerish the wonderful memories. My prayers are with you and your family.
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