Frank Silva

Frank Silva, age 66, passed away on Saturday, April 21, 2018 surrounded by his loving family.  Frank was born on May 4, 1951 to Juan and Petra Silva in Madera, CA.  Frank was raised in Madera, lived in Stockton several years and Santa Maria a short time.  Eventually he moved back to Madera where he spent the remainder of his life.  Frank started his own business and many knew him as 'Handyman Frank'; "whatever needed to be fixed, he was the man!".  All of his adult life he was an avid music lover of 70s Rock!  After 42 years in the construction and handyman trade, Frank retired and spent those years as a fanatical UFC & MMA follower and knew everything there was to know about them!  Frank has always been part of the sports world as well, with the San Francisco 49ers, San Francisco Giants and the Golden State Warriors being his favorite teams.

Frank is preceded in death by his parents Juan and Petra Silva, his siblings: John Silva Jr., Porfie Silva, Angie Silva and Richard Silva, as well as his grandson Richie Ortiz.

Frank is survived by his wife of 47 years, Anita Silva, his children: Jennifer Weber, Frank Silva Jr., Adora Owens, Robert Silva, and their families; leaving behind his 17 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.  His surviving siblings: Rita L. Silva, Joe Silva, Jesse Silva, Margaret Mata, Lisa Osuna, Mary Perez and Rudy Silva. 

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 30, 2018 from 2:00 PM TO 8:00 PM at Jay Chapel in Madera, CA.  Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at 11:00 AM at St. Joachim Catholic Church in Madera, CA.  Interment immediately following at Calvary Cemetery, Madera, CA.