Darlene served in the armed forces. We honor that service here.
Frank B. Corral Sr. and Darlene “Wally” D. Corral were happily married for 46 years on August 5, 1956. They were both pillars of the community working and volunteering their time. They raised their family in Hanford, CA. Flora, Frank Jr and Felicia Corral. They were overjoyed when they became grandparents to Leticia, Santiago Jr. Corona, Alexandra, Courtney, Wesley, and Frank III Corral.
Frank enlisted in the Army and served for two years. He worked at Lemoore Naval Air Station as a civil service spanning 34 years. Frank’s service didn’t stop there, he dedicated the majority of his life as a giver of his time and energy. Frank felt it was important to lead by example and was a leader in almost every organization he became a part of. Frank volunteered with the Hanford Boy Scouts, American Little League, Hanford Baby Ruth local and with the district, Hanford High School Athletic boosters, Kings County 4-H, Kings County YMCA, Indian Guides and Maidens, Hanford Knights of Columbus 4th Degree and Junior Squires, St Rose/Thomas McCarthy School Parents Club, St. Brigid Catholic Church Advisory Council, and St. Vincent DePaul Society. After he retired from LNAS Frank found more time, expanded his adventures, and served on numerous county agencies. Beginning with the Kings County Grand Jury, Kings County Commission on Aging, and the City of Hanford Tree Commission.
As a young girl, Wally played softball with the Hanford Queens and was a member of the Hanford Girl Scout Troop #5. She became an active member of the St. Brigid Alter Society, and Young Ladies Institute, and a 45-year member of the St. Francis of Assissi Court of the Catholic Daughters of America. Most of her free time was spent sharing life skills with various adolescent groups including Hanford Bobby Socks, Kings County 4-H, and Hanford youth sports. She was on the ground floor of St. Vincent DePaul Society, and St. Rose McCarthy Library.
Frank and Wally liked spending time during the holidays planning and preparing for the Kings County Christmas Parade and Kings County Homecoming festivals. Frank and Wally enjoyed their time with family, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, godkids, cousins, and lifelong friends. Wally enjoyed watching her grandkids grow into young adults and build their lives with marriages and kids. Precious time holding all the great-grandkids and watching her children become grandparents. Frank and Wally were proud recipients of a Papal blessing from Our Holy Father John Paul…
After a short battle with cancer, Frank peacefully passed away with his family surrounding him on September 14, 2002. Wally unexpectedly passed on July 18, 2016, surrounded by her family.
Thank You for visiting them here in THIER final resting place. We know this marker is a place of peace for both and a place of Hope for all of us. Join us in keeping THIER stories and memories alive in our hearts.
When I come to the end of the day,
And the sun has set for me,
I want no rites in a gloom filled room
Why cry for a soul set free?
Miss me a little - but not too long.
And not with your head bowed low.
Remember the love we once shared.
Miss me, but let me go.
For this is a journey we must all take,
And each must go alone.
It's all part of the maker’s plan,
A step on the road to home.
When you are lonely and sick at heart,
Go to the friends we know,
And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds.
Miss me, but let me go.
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Happy heavenly birthday Papa! I celebrate the extraordinary impact you've had on my life, and though you're no longer physically present, your love and legacy continue to inspire me every day. As the years go by, my love and appreciation for you only deepen, and I hope you know that you'll always be cherished and honored in my heart.
Grandparents Day!
Grandparents Day reminds me of the extraordinary impact you've had on my life, Papa and Grandma. Your selflessness and devotion are a constant source of strength, and the memories we've shared are a treasure. I wish we could have shared more moments together. Your loved and missed beyond measure.
Happy Heavenly Wedding Anniversary
What would have been your 68th wedding anniversary! May you both continue to watch over all of us. Words fall short of how much your missed. ♥️xoxo
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