James Pacheco Silva, Sr. 77, a resident of Los Banos passed away Sunday, June 17, 2018 at his home surrounded by his loved ones.
James (Jim) was born April 7, 1941 in San Rafael, CA, the son of a dairy family. He lived most of his life in Los Banos. He worked in construction for 30+ years and up to the last 6 months worked side by side with his son James P. Silva Jr at his construction business. He was a hunter and fisherman at heart and a friend to all who had the pleasure of meeting him.
Jim is survived by his wife Rebecca Silva, his son James P. Silva Jr, daughters: Jeanne Jordan and Angie Provencio Silva, 4 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and many family and friends.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, June 28, 2018 from 5-7pm at Whitehurst Funeral Chapel of Los Banos followed by the Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 7 pm. The Funeral Mass on Friday, June 29, 2018 at 10:30 am at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Burial at Los Banos Cemetery District. Services are entrusted to Whitehurst Funeral Chapel.
In lieu of flowers the family would like you to consider a donation to the American Cancer Society in memory of James P. Silva Sr. at www.cancer.org
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Liza and Ginny Madden wrote on Jun 28, 2018:
"Our sorrow is with you. Jim was our "dream maker" when everyone else had given up on our ranch project. Jim made it realty for us and he was our mentor for Angel Acres Horse Hotel and Boarding. Jim and Becky celebrated our grand opening with us.
A very happy time and sweet memory.
Jim became "family" along with his wife Becky. Jim will always be remembered as our brother.
Remembering all of you and Jim in our prayers,
Always,
Ginny and Liza Madden"