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
13 Responses
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.
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.
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.