William Anthony Baptista Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of William Anthony Baptista in Fresno, California is shared. William, born on August 3, 1943, passed away on August 26, 2026. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Anthony Baptista to pay them a last tribute.
William will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor William by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though William is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. William’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He was predeceased by: his wife Alvidine Baptista; his parents, Lucy Baptista and Joe Baptista Jr.; and his siblings, Joe Baptista and Marie Fritzler.
He is survived by: his daughter Antonia Jorge; his stepchildren, Alicia, Bryci and Lance; and his siblings, Greta Pickens, Louis Baptista and Jerry Baptista. He is also survived by his five grandchildren.
A Mass of Christian burial was held on Thursday, September 10th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church (5680 N Maroa Ave, Fresno, CA 93704). A burial was held on Thursday, September 10th 2026 at 11:30 AM at the St. Peter's Cemetery (264 N Blythe Ave, Fresno, CA 93706).
