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Keith Tarvin Obituary

Technician On November 16, 1982 you made your grand entrance into this world, blessing our family forever, and bringing immeasurable joy to everyone who knew you. You thrived in the beautiful ways all parents hope for. First steps, first words, first love, marriage. Any time you walked into a room, you lit it up. Your smile was contagious and your eyes always seemed to sparkle. You made everyone feel at home with the ease of your laughter, like a friend you've always known. Your generosity of spirit was unequaled by any other on this plane. You never said no to anyone's request for help. When your heart is that big and that open, sometimes sadness gets in, too. Sadly, you could no longer endure the pain and on August 30, 2011 you took control of your destiny. You have joined your brother Steven Bert Kandarian, grandparents Al & Sue Pohan and Robert Tarvin, and Uncle Jeff Pohan in Heaven. Smile sweet love because all is peaceful for you now. You are survived by your loving wife, Jennifer Bergstrom Tarvin, parents, Denise Pohan Tarvin and Phil Tarvin, mother-in-law, Michelle Alvarez, sister-in-law, Jordan Alvare, grandmother, Geraldine Tarvin, aunts Cathy Pohan, Randa Key, Gail Pohan-Hansard, uncle John Tarvin, great aunts and uncles, Pepper Ametjian, Margaret Ohanesian, Duane & Virginia Long, Tim & Shelly Long cousins Jason Tarvin and Joey Tarvin, all your extended cousins, their families and a huge circle of friends. Your body may be gone but your spirit will always live in our hearts. We rest in the glory that you will never again be in pain. Sadness and darkness are gone forever. We love you Keith and look forward to being together again one day. For those who want to say goodbye to Keith one more time, a viewing will be held Friday, September 9th from 4-8 PM at Salser & Dillard Funeral Chapel. Services for Keith are Saturday, September 10th, 10:30 AM at Salser & Dillard Funeral Chapel. After the service friends and family are invited to a reception at the Visalia County Club, 625 N. Ranch Street, Visalia, from 11:30-2 PM. Remembrances may be made in Keith's name to your favorite charity. Burial will be held at a later date at Clovis District Cemetery. Condolences may be e-mailed to [email protected]

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Published by Visalia Times-Delta on Sep. 8, 2011.

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Amber Messersmith

December 31, 2019

You had a lasting impact on my life. All these years later I recall... you taught me to question what I thought I knew, seek my own truth, and allow myself to feel my emotions. We were just kids back then- but you mattered to me (and still do) more than you may have ever known. You taught me to stop hiding... that it was ok to hurt sometimes and that friendship is not about agreeing on the answers. Thank you for seeing me for who I was- that was your gift. Bless you my dear friend. I prey that you are still writing beautiful poetry in your perfect afterlife.

Nick Lopez

September 15, 2011

I knew Keith since middle school. I was lucky to reconnect with him for the first time in 10 years at a bar in Tower about 2 months ago... Keith was an awesome person to be around, you were guaranteed to laugh at his antics. I will never forget you Keith...Never!

Ranae Mcafee

September 10, 2011

Rest in Peace To the family and friends of Keith You are all in my thoughts and my prayers Remember the good times and smile!

Brian Fulton

September 10, 2011

What a good kid...worked with him at
Dave's Performance..We are so sorry!!! He will be missed..Call us if you need anything..Brian Fulton

Luanne Cardoza

September 9, 2011

Wasn't Blessed to know this wonderful young man..but I know now that he is at peace,,I pray that God give all who loved him the peace that only our Lord Jesus Christ can give..

Ken Andrist

September 9, 2011

I first met Keith when he and my son wrestled together. He was a good friend to my son. I remember the first time I met Keith, I thought to myself what a nice and respectful young man. My heart goes out to his parents, wife and family.

Dale and Brenda Burks

September 9, 2011

Our thoughts and many prayers are with you Phil and Denise.

Margaret Sanford

September 9, 2011

ALthough I never had the pleasure of meetng you, my heart goes out to all the loved ones left behind. May they soon find peace with your loss. So sorry Jennifer, Michele, and Jorden. Aunt Margaret

Liz Decker

September 9, 2011

A dear friend is lost and my thought are with his family and friends. I have known Keith for many years and despite the recent distance I still consider him as a brother.

melinda harlos

September 8, 2011

Oh my god I am Keith's neighbor and I just read his obituary and I AM SOOO TERRIBLY SORRY. I am in complete shock and I am sooo terribly to his family. I know the void it leaves in your heart when someone takes their own life, again I am in such shock to read this. My deepest deepest sympathy is with his wife, parents and family

Diane Vanoncini

September 8, 2011

Dear Denise and Phil,
I think of you two everyday. I'm sending you prayers, God's blessings, love and peace during this difficult time of sorrow and sadness.

Katie Hill

September 8, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with Keith's family and friends. I met Keith when we were in 1st grade and had the pleasure of going to the same schools with him up until we graduated High School. Although we did not talk much after that I never forgot how considerate, caring and hilirous he was and I never will. May the love and warmth of Keith's spirit continue to live on in all of the lives he touched when he was with us.

Ursula Rodriguez

September 8, 2011

Hey always made people smile. He knew how too make every moment a memerable one. Ill miss you.

Marisela Molina

September 8, 2011

My love goes out to his family he will be greatly missed. I had known keith since 4th grade he always knew how to make everyone lol. he will be missed dearly.

Emily Brown

September 8, 2011

I met Keith in high school, he was a year behind me. His smile and laughter was indeed contageous and he was the kind of person you could talk to only on brief occassions, not see him face to face for years, and still feel like no time had gone by the next time you spoke. He was a wonderful person, and will be so missed. My heart goes out to your family, Keith, because if you could mean so much to so many friends, you mean the world to them. Rest easy dear, and see you on the other side.

Kelly Riddle

September 8, 2011

May God be with you in this great time of need and always.

sandra archer rice

September 8, 2011

Sending much love to you Jen and Michele. Thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. "Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal" aunt Sandra

Marilyn Carter

September 8, 2011

Denise & Phil,

My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you during this difficult time.

Natali Carrera

September 8, 2011

Thinking of you Jenn, and everyone touched by Keith's life, and missing him here on Earth. Praying for peace somehow to come.

Tamyn-Leight Holtom

September 8, 2011

Deepest sympathies to Michele, Jordan, Jennifer and the Tarvin families. May God's light be with you.

Mary Thomas-Vickery

September 8, 2011

My thoughts are with Jenn, Michele, Jordan and family for peace to come to y'all without forgetting the great times had.

michele alvarez

September 7, 2011

You gave the best hugs ever.

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