Vidalla Banuelos

Vidalla "Lali" Banuelos Mrs. Vidalla "Lali" Banuelos of Visalia passed away Sunday November 16, 2014 in Visalia at the age of 81. Lali was born on April 27, 1933 in Colorado City, Texas to Felipe Najar and Maria Flores. Lali worked for various packing houses and also worked as a laborer for various local farmers. Lali enjoyed cooking for family and friends. She was most famous for her tamales. She welcomed everyone into her home and made sure no one left hungry. She also enjoyed taking care of her plants, sewing, and reading her Bible. But most of all she loved being surrounded by her children, grandchildren, family, and friends. She was a devoted mother, sister, aunt, and grandmother. She will be greatly missed. She is survived by 3 sons George Ortiz of Woodland, Sal Banuelos of San Jose, Danny Banuelos of Colorado. 6 Daughters Martha Eredia of Woodland, Rosie Wilson and Abi Bañuelos of Visalia, Shirley LeDeit of San Jose, Martha Duncan and Nancy Rodriguez of Colorado. 2 Sisters Sally Flores and Elisa Molina of Visalia. 35 grandchildren, 45 great grandchildren. 6 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by Husband Salvador Bañuelos, 2 daughters Stella Ornelas and Irene Arevalo, 1 son Ronnie Alvarez, 3 sisters Enedina Rivera, Salome Molina, and Jessie Rodriguez. 2 brothers Manuel Najar and Casto Najar. Visitation will begin Wednesday, November 19, 2014 at Salser and Dillard Funeral Chapel from 4 PM to 7 PM. A rosary will be prayed Wednesday, November 19, 2014 at Salser and Dillard Funeral Chapel at 6 PM and Mass of the Christian Burial will be held Thursday, November 20, 2014 at Holy Family Catholic Church at 10 AM. Burial will be at Visalia District Cemetery. A memorial tribute may be offered by logging onto www. salseranddillard.com