Javier Magdaleno Arias

Javier Magdaleno Arias, "El Michoacano" 39 of Tulare, California, died on Friday, June 30, 2023, in Palo Alto, California. Javier was born to Ruben Magdaleno Mendez and Alicia Arias Mendez on March 15, 1984 in Mexico. Javi went to Tulare Western High School in Tulare, CA and graduated in 2002. Javi was born and lived in Valle de Guadalupe, Michoacan, Mexico until they moved to California in 1993. They lived a very humble life, like so many immigrants. Javi, along with his family, were set to seize the American Dream, and worked hard to start a business and be successful. He was an entrepreneur at heart, and eventually it all paid off because he became a successful business owner. However successful he was, he never stopped being humble. One of his signature phrases was: "Hay que ser humildes porque todos somos iguales". Translation: 'We have to be humble because we are all equal". As a young boy, he enjoyed joining his hardworking family as soon as school let out. He proudly bagged groceries for customers who fell in love with him for his respectful demeanor and joyful and playful ways. Later in life, Javi continued the legacy of the family business, by opening El Latino Market in Tulare. There he showered customers with kind words and big smiles, along with some of the best customer service from his staff. One of his passions was soccer, and he played for several years in many different teams, and professed his undying support for his soccer team, America. Javi was an "Aguila" at heart and was always ready to make a bet with any rival team supporter. He wholeheartedly supported his talented children by going to all their soccer games and practices and encouraging them with advice "reganos" and by practicing one on one with them. He had another great passion that he developed from a very early age, which was breeding game fowl. He dedicated himself to learning about these animals, and even created his own breed, the Red Mamba. He was and always will be one of the most respected "Gallero", in the north American region. He always showed respect to every and all opponents inside and outside of the ring. From a very young age Javi showed what a big heart he had. He was always there to lend a helping hand to his family, friends and even strangers. Javi was well known in many circles, and was always happy and positive, a jokester oftentimes, but serious when needed. In his young life, he was full of wisdom, which he was generous enough to share with the young generation of the Magdaleno family. Javi is survived by his beloved wife Lilian, his 4 children, Ruben, Javier, Sebastian and Esteban. He is also survived by his beloved mother, Alicia Arias Mendez, His brothers Rodolfo Magdaleno Arias, Jorge Magdaleno Arias, and David Magdaleno. He leaves behind several nephews and nieces, who are heartbroken because they lost their favorite, funny and sometimes rough, uncle. He leaves behind countless friends who will miss his smile, jokes, and sometimes colorful language. He was preceded in death by his older brother Ruben Magdaleno Arias, and his father, Ruben Magdaleno Mendez. Viewing will be held 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Thursday, July 20th, 2023 at Salser & Dillard Funeral Chapel, 127 E. Caldwell Ave., Visalia. Rosary will follow from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial services will be held 9:00 AM Friday, July 21st, 2023 at St. Rita's Catholic Church, 954 S. O ST., Tulare. Graveside services will be held 11:00 AM Friday, July 21st, 2023 at North Tulare Public Cemetery, 4572 North J. St., Tulare. Services have been entrusted to Salser & Dillard Funeral Chapel. Memorial Tributes and condolences may be offered by logging onto www.salseranddillard.com.

Javier Magdaleno Arias

March 15, 1984 - June 30, 2023