1937
2016
Juanita Pasma passed away on Monday, August 8, 2016, in Fresno, CA, at the age of 78, surrounded by her daughter, sister, and brother-in-law.
She was born on September 22,1937, in Pryor, OK, to Virgil and Mary Franklin. She was raised in Manteca, CA, and lived most her life in Kerman, CA, raising her family. She moved to Fresno, CA, 15 years ago where she enjoyed and was a committed member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. She enjoyed lunches after church with her fellow church members. She also enjoyed her monthly lunches with her "Sun Empire" girls and never missed one. Juanita loved working in her yard and keeping all her plants healthy. In the winter time, she enjoyed doing jigsaw puzzles and always had one on her card table.
She graduated in 1955, from Manteca High School. Soon after, Juanita met Roger Pasma, and they were married on January 10, 1959. They were married for 37 years, and raised three children. Juanita worked for 33 years for Kerman Telephone Co., Sebastian Communications today, and loved her job. They were a second family to her and her family. They are very fond memories of our second family. She enjoyed spending time with her kids and grandchildren. For all that knew her, she was a true Elvis fan!
She was preceded in death by her husband, Roger Pasma; her parents, Virgil and Mary Franklin; granddaughter, Becky Mason; brothers, Clarence Franklin, Clinton Franklin, and Lon Henry Franklin; and sister, Wilma Durao.
Juanita is survived by her children and their spouses, Pamela and Larry Calkins, Scott and Cindy Barber, and Roger Jr. and Valerie Pasma; grandchildren, Michelle Mason, James Hunter, Darren Barber and his wife Elizabeth, Stephanie Tumlinson and her husband Sean, Cody Pasma, and Jordon Pasma; and great-grand- children, Gage, Kailee, Micheala, Emma, Declan and Sawyer.
A Viewing will be held at Stephens & Bean Funeral Chapel on Friday, August 12, 2016, from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m.
A Viewing will also be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 5955 S. Elm Street, Fresno, CA 93706, on Saturday, August 13, 2016, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. followed with a Funeral Service.
Remembrances may be sent to her church, Immanuel Lutheran Church, 5955 S. Elm Street, Fresno, CA 93706; or to the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Arrangements under the direction of Stephens & Bean Funeral Chapel, Fresno, CA.
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August 14, 2016
Annette Silveira
Cindy,
I wanted to tell you how special your mom is to me for one specific act of love.
When my dad died, she sat next to me at his funeral. She was really quiet, but when I eventually lost it, she scooped me up and held me tight. She was available for a little girl who didn't even know she needed her. I think about that a lot..
August 13, 2016
Susan Kissinger
May you find comfort in many happy memories.
August 13, 2016
Darla (Cauble) Gustaitis
So sorry Cindy (and family). I always thought of your Mom as one of those strong women, smart and positive and able to get so much done even if under pressure and even if given unfavorable circumstances. And, she always had a smile on her face. I hope beautiful memories of her fill your heart and head and that those memories will ease the hurt.
August 12, 2016
Kristina Pasma
So very sorry for your loss. I absolutely loved Aunt Juanita dearly and she made me feel so welcome when I entered the Pasma Family. I am so very thankful to her for her love and support of myself, Aj, and our kids. She will dearly be missed.
August 12, 2016
Norma (Frankin) Sauer
Sincerest Sympathy to the family. Aunt Juanita will be missed. She always made me feel part of the family even though we lived miles apart. Love you Aunt Juanita.
August 12, 2016
Stephens & Bean Chapel
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
August 11, 2016
sue bolen
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
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