My darling husband, Juan, left this earth early this morning at 8:45am Friday, June 24th 2016 in the arms of his dear Lord, after a long struggle with multiple health issues.
His sense of humor brightened my life,
He was my North, my South, my East and West
My working week and my Sunday rest,
My noon, my midnight, my talk, my song; My love for you will last forever, I am not wrong.
Juan was born on June 19th, 1956 in Brownsville, Texas.
Juan is survived by his wife, Heide; his two daughters, Amanda and Meagan; his mother, Manuela and siblings; brothers, Salvador Olivares, Rudy Olivares; sisters, Minerva Williams, Pat Portilla, Gina Barron and nieces and nephew and his Texas family – best friend, Paul . Juan’s Canadian family- Stepson, Steffan and wife, Elizabeth. Sherry and David whom have been his strength, and Bill and Janice. . His little companion TACO whom never left Juan’s side.
Predeceased by his grandparents, Juan and Cruz Lerma; his father, Manuel Olivares and his sister, Christina Olivares.
There will be a private Cremation and no service per Juan’s request.
Flowers gratefully declined – donations may be made to the Victoria Kidney Foundation,
Special thanks to Dr. Antonsen and the girls at the Kidney Clinic at the RJH and also, to the Palliative Nurses: Judy and her team for their compassionate care.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall’s Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com
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Jane Chappell
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Sherry Mackenzie Juan you were my brother from another mother. You had such a kind heart, always thinking of others. I was honoured to hold your hand with Heide in your last hours. You are free. Your pain is gone. I will miss you my brother. My condolences to Heidi and Juan’s family.
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Dave Mackenzie My friend Juan has passed. He has no pain and for that I am so exceptionally happy. All those who I know that have met him, only speak praises of a great gentleman. I agree. I will not remember Juan from his last days, rather the day I stood barefoot in the snow with him, inappropriately attired. Rest in peace my friend. My condolences to Heide and Juan’s family.
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Gloria Olivares Lopez My deepest condolences to you and your family. I just found out today about my nephew Juan passing. My heart is with you in this time of grief. I know what you are going through. May God bless you and your family. Juan will always be in our hearts. Tia Gloria from Brownsville, Texas.
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Becky (Greiner) Callahan My condolences to the family. I knew Juan when I was stationed with him at 5th Finance in Mannheim Germany. He was part of our army family while we were overseas. Peace be with all of you.
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Mary Longoria To all the Olivares family.We’re at a loss for words during this sorrowful time, but please know that we’re thinking of you and praying for peace and comfort for and your family.I would like to share something I read years ago. “Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us everyday. Unseen unheard, but always near, so loved, so missed very dear.”
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Monika Henry Dear Heide and Juan’s family,
Wishing you peace and comfort! I know Juan meant so much to all of you and he will be missed. I am so very sorry. I trust he is with the Lord now. Praying for all of you and sending my love!
Monika Henry
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Stephanie Navoly My deepest sympathy to Juan’s family and especially to his wonderful wife, Heide. From the few short times I met him, I could tell he had a very kind heart. May he rest in peace now.
Lots of Love
xoxo Stephanie Navoly
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Minerva Williams Juan you are in a better place now, God called you for a reason. We will see each other again. I will miss you so very much. I will miss our weekly talks. You will always be in my heart. Because of you I will write more . Love you love your sis minnie…xoxoxo
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Martha Moreno-Neri Our sincere love and condolences. So sad but all of us will travel this journey. May you find peace and confront in God we trust. In hAve of Gilberto and Maria de Jesus Olivares Moreno. My mom is/was Rene Olivares sister. Thank you
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Evelyn lozano I will miss you so much tio there is no day that goes by that I think about you everyday. R.i.p god father juan I’ll see you again in Paradise with my mom.
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Patricia Porrilla Dearest Juan although you were far away you were never far from our hearts. I told you God doesn’t make mistakes. He called you home for a reason. I am comforted to know we will see you again. You were an inspiration for my writing and I will continue to do so in your memory. I never told you that you were the reason I was athletic because I wanted to be like big brother. A big part of the Olivares clan is missing but you will never be missed. Love you always- your little sister Patroni a.k.a the groovey.
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Rachel Williams Love to Juan and his family. He was/is obviously loved by many. Rest in Peace, Juan.
Wishing great comfort and peace to Heide and the family.
Rachel and Sue Williams
Dear Juan
I always enjoyed spending time with you and Heide. The sleep-overs with Heide and Sherry and you were always fun. Juan you had a wonderful heart. The best time was Christmas in Kelowna when we all played outside in the snow making the biggest snowman with all of us.
My condolences to Heide and Juan’s family.