George Barbosa Galvan passed away on Thursday June 4th, 2026, at the age of 80, surrounded by family at his home in Oxnard, California. George was born in 1945 in Mexico City, Mexico to Dimas and Guadalupe Galvan.
He is survived by his wife Linda (Bravo) Galvan, his son George A. Galvan and daughter-in-law Michelle Galvan (of Ventura); his son Christopher Galvan (of Oxnard), his daughter Darlene Lopez and son-in-law Rogelio Lopez (of Oxnard), his son Michael A. Galvan (of Oxnard), his daughter Eileen Gomez (of Oxnard). Grandchildren Devin Vigil (Adriana) of Ventura, George C. Galvan (of Ventura), Sierra Blaser (of Tucson, Arizona), Joshua Gomez (of Oxnard), Jayden Hall (of Oxnard), and his great-grandchild Anthony Vigil; his brothers Juan Galvan (Esther) of Temecula, Marcos Galvan (Frida) of Ventura, Robert Galvan (of San Diego); his sisters Lourdes Ramos (Albert) of Ventura, Margaret Munoz (John) of Bakersfield, Connie Mc Koon (Hal) of Tampa Florida, Christina Flores (Pablo) of Ventura, Marcela Gallegos (Raul) of Ventura and sister-in-law Victoria Bravo Ortega (of Santa Barbara) and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He also leaves sisters-in-law Doris Nunis, Bridget Garcia, Sally Ann Alcantar and brother in law John Vitela.
He is preceded in death by his infant daughter Angela Louise Galvan; his father Dimas Galvan; his mother Guadalupe Barbosa Galvan; his sister Isabel Gamino, his brother Leonardo Galvan; his beloved mother-in-law Sally Cobos Vitela and beloved sister-in-law Virginia Bravo Loya.
George moved to the United States with his mother in 1962. He immediately began working, and together with his mother and brother, saved enough money to purchase a home in Ventura. Their hard work and determination made it possible for his father and the rest of his siblings to join them from Mexico. George raised his family in Oxnard with his wife of 58 yrs., Linda. He was employed as a Plastic Injection Molding Technician most prominently for Falcon Plastics and Allegretti & Company, before retiring in 2013.
He was deeply patriotic and proud to call the United States his home. One of his proudest moments was becoming a United States citizen, an achievement he cherished and celebrated. He was grateful for the opportunities this country provided and carried a strong sense of pride in being an American.
George found happiness in life’s simple pleasures-camping, nature, watching movies and wildlife/nature films, and spending time with the people he loved the most. Yosemite held a special place in his heart, and he never missed an opportunity to share its beauty with his family. He loved animals, including his puppy Nomar. He enjoyed, singing, dancing, barbecuing and treasured every family gathering big or small.
One of his greatest joys was taking his wife, children and loved ones to museums and on weekend road trips. There was hardly a place in California he didn’t explore or share with his family. He wanted his children to experience the beauty, wonder, and excitement of the world around them. Above all, he was a devoted family man. His love was constant, generous, and deeply felt. The memories he created-the laughter, the adventures, the songs, and the time spent together-will live on in the hearts of those who loved him. His presence was a gift and his legacy of love, joy and commitment to us will never be forgotten.
George has been entrusted to the care of the JOSEPH P. REARDON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE, 757 E. Main Street, Ventura.
Viewing will be held on Wednesday June 24, 2026 from 5p.m. to 7 p.m., followed by a Rosary at 7 p.m. at the JOSEPH P. REARDON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE in Ventura. A Memorial Mass will be held in Ventura on Thursday Morning June 25, 2026 at 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church. Burial services will follow immediately at Ivy Lawn Memorial Park, Ventura. A reception will be held following the burial service.