Obituary of Leonel Alcantar

Leonel Alcantar 64 of Live Oak, CA passed away Sunday, January 19, 2020. Leonel was born November 16, 1955 in Uriangato, Guanajuato, Mexico. He was a lifelong resident of Live Oak, where he worked as a farm laborer for over 45 years. He enjoyed watching soccer games, visiting the casino, gardening, and spending time with his family especially his two granddaughters. He was a devoted husband, father, brother and grandfather. He was preceded in death by his father, Francisco Alcantar. He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Josefina Alcantar, two sons; Alfredo and Omar Alcantar, two daughters; Mabel Alcantar and Sandra Alcantar and two granddaughters; Camila and Catalina Alcantar. He is also survived by his mother Virginia Alcantar, 5 brothers and 4 sisters. A viewing will be held on Monday, January 27, 2020 from 3:00pm-6:00pm at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Gridley. A Rosary will follow at 6:00pm. A mass of Catholic Burial will be held Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at 10:00am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Gridley with burial to follow at Live Oak Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Gridley-Block Funeral Chapel, 530-846-2138.