Joselito Patriarca Melgar

January 3, 1955 - January 29, 2022

Joselito Patriarca Melgar, 67 of Visalia California, passed away on January 29,2022 in Visalia California. Joselito was born to Pedro and Juliana on January 3,1955 in the Philippines. He is survived by his one true love of 41 years Lani Melgar, son Jochim Melgar and Daughter in law Rachel Romero, son Joshua Melgar and girlfriend Ashley, and Grandchildren Aliyah Melgar, Adrian Melgar, Isabella Melgar, Malakai Melgar, Arianna Melgar, Aubrey Melgar, numerous nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends who will miss his kind loving and generous nature. He was preceded in death by his sister Susane Jackson and their parents. Joselito graduated from University of the East in Manila, Philippines. He received a Bachelors of Mechanical engineering. He worked in San Miguel Co. in the Philippines for over 10 years. He moved to the U.S in the 90's where he pursued his passion for engineering. He then occupied the job of a production supervisor at International Paper Co. Joselito enjoyed taking long walks and was a family man who enjoyed quality time with those he loved. He also enjoyed watching horse racing, NFL, and the NBA. You could also say that watching Horse racing was his hobby as he knew every jockey and horses name by memory. As an animal lover out of all his pets he favored "Girl". He will be missed greatly by those who loved and cherished him. Viewing will be held 3 PM - 6 PM Saturday, February 12th, 2022 at Salser & Dillard Funeral Chapel, 127 E. Caldwell Ave., Visalia. Service Of Remembrance services will be held 4 PM Saturday, February 12th, 2022 at Salser & Dillard Funeral Chapel. Services have been entrusted to Salser & Dillard Funeral Chapel. Memorial Tributes and condolences may be offered by logging onto www.salseranddillard.com.