Sofronio L Cosculla

Sofronio L Cosculla, age 95, passed away in the comfort of his home in Visalia, California, on Saturday, January 11th, 2020. He was with family in his passing and met with family in heaven. Born on October 31, 1924, in the Provinces of the island of Samar, Philippines. He was raised to be a devout Catholic from his own parents Anselma & Necasio. He was the 2nd oldest of his siblings. 4 girls, and 7 boys, totaling 11. He met the love of is his life, Benita, while playing in a band at a local baile. After showing love and attention for each other they married January 20th, 1947. They were married for over 70 years, and blessed with 8 children of their own, 4 boys, and 4 girls. He worked his whole life as a simple farmer growing necessities such as rice, sweet potatoes, coconut, and bananas. He taught his children to love god and themselves. He shared his talents of music by playing the guitar and singing at joyous events. Spent his little free time fishing and making coconut wine, then more fishing (He loved to fish). He did all this without a joint in his right hip socket. He was born without this and had pain in his hip for most of his life, and yet never complained about what he had to do for his family or loved ones. He's happiest times were spent with his 8 children. Providing for their education as they grew into fine adults and started families of their own. He instilled good religious practices to his family, to love god and through him love and cherish each other. Later in his life he got to visit his family in San Diego, California. After some time and he and his wife decided to move to California in 1990. He lived in Sacramento, San Diego, Los Angeles, before finally staying in Visalia. While in California he traveled all around the country. He got to visit with his other family members who also came over to live in the United States. He never stopped loving his homeland and would frequently visit to see his family grow, with new grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was blessed to witness great grandchildren in his lifetime. He will meet his beloved Benita in heaven, as she has patiently waited for him since passing on August 17, 2017. His is survived by his memory and devotion to his family. That he knew only to love his neighbor and treat others in good will. Future children will be told his stories and they will know they are also loved by him. Tributes and condolences may be offered by logging onto www.salseranddillard.com.

Sofronio L Cosculla

October 31, 1924 - January 11, 2020