Rosendo Noyola Lopez

2 Timothy 4:7 "I have fought a good fight, I have finished the course, I have kept the faith." Today, we gather not just to mourn a loss, but to honor a life well-lived. Our father, our grandfather, our friend-has finished his course. He has kept the faith. And now, we believe with full hearts, he goes to receive his crown of righteousness, reunited at last with his beloved wife Martha and his dear parents Honorato and Elisa Lopez. He is survived by his children Steven, Maritza, Isidro, Abel, George, Rosendo Jr, Carolina and by his grandchildren, to whom he was devoted. He was a man of strength, quiet dignity, and unwavering love. A man who worked hard-not for wealth, not for recognition, but for his children. He sacrificed so much so that we could have more. More opportunities, more stability, more hope. He didn't talk much about what he gave up-but we saw it. We felt it. And we carry the fruits of those sacrifices in our lives every single day. He was a provider, a protector, and a pillar. He was also a source of constant encouragement. As his son Steven shared, "My dad was my motivator-always in my corner. I could count on him for anything. He was there for me, he was there for my daughters-who shared so many priceless moments with their grandpa-and I could always count on him to say yes to a good time." His daughter Maritza shared, "He had a giving heart. He was the one that always showed up when people needed someone. The first one to get in the car to deliver food to those who had a loss, and to join someone for a celebration. When I think of my dad and the things that I will want to remember and keep with me, this is what I want to hold on to." And from his son Isidro: "What I loved about my dad was that he was a realist and spoke the truth. I loved those things about him. He lived life. He took care of himself and loved exercise. He was a loving father and was an example of what a man should be-to work hard, to provide, and to enjoy life." He loved being surrounded by people-he loved the noise, the laughter, the stories. He was always in the center of the party, right up until he decided to quietly slip out before the end. That was him-present, loving, engaged-but always on his own time, in his own way. He never needed the spotlight. He just needed people-his people. He was a man of deep and abiding faith. God was his guide, his strength, and his comfort. He lived his life in step with that faith, and it showed in the way he treated others-with kindness, patience, humility. His church community was a constant in his life-a second family where he gave and received love, support, and spiritual nourishment. He didn't just go to church; he lived his faith every day. He taught us to pray. He taught us to work. He taught us to love. And more than anything, he showed us what it means to live a life that matters. Though our hearts ache, we take comfort in knowing he is at peace. That he has joined hands again with the love of his life, embraced his parents, and found rest in the presence of his Lord. He has finished his course. And oh, what a race he ran. We love you. We miss you. And we thank you-for everything. Rest well. Viewing will be held 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Monday, June 23rd, 2025 at Salser & Dillard Funeral Chapel, 127 E. Caldwell Ave., Visalia. Graveside services will be held 8:00 AM Tuesday, June 24th, 2025 at Visalia District Cemetery, 1300 W Goshen Ave, Visalia. Services have been entrusted to Salser & Dillard Funeral Chapel. Memorial Tributes and condolences may be offered by logging onto www.salseranddillard.com.

Rosendo Noyola Lopez

November 7, 1941 - June 7, 2025