Obituary of Juan Mojica

Juan A. Mojica, Sr., 79, longtime resident of Salinas, passed away on July 19, 2011 at his home. He was born on June 24, 1932 in Jalisco, Mexico. Juan had a great passion for watching soccer. He loved to read, cook, and fish. He was a very social man who loved to meet people. Juan was very active in the Cesar Chavez Movement in the 70's and 80's in the Salinas Valley. He will be missed dearly and will remain in our hearts forever. He is survived by his daughters Melva Casanova of Salinas Marina Mojica of Salinas Sonya (Michael) Schreiber of Salinas Sylvia Mojica of Gonzales Raquel Mojica of Gonzales sons Jorge Mojica of Rancho Cordoba John (Luz) Mojica of Salinas numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren sisters Consuelo Munafo Esperanza Fonseca brothers Lorenzo Mojica Raul Mojica his loving dog and companion, "Libby" numerous nieces, nephews and other loving relatives also survive. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Gabina F. Mojica in June, 2010. Visitation will be held Friday, July 22, 2011 1-9pm at the Healey Mortuary 405 N. Sanborn Rd. Salinas, CA 93905. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, July 23, 2011 4pm at the Healey Mortuary Chapel. Cremation to follow services.