Birth date: Feb 5, 1921 Death date: Jan 28, 2022
Louis Fojaco Sr, 100, of Tampa passed away January 28th, 2022. Born February 5th, 1921, Louis was predeceased by his wife of 74 years, Dalia, his parents, Baldomero and Victoria Fojaco, survived by his children, Louis Jr. (Diane); Read Obituary
I am glad for the opportunity to praise such a wonderful man.
The man was a class act. He was always willing to give of himself. A trait that made him so well loved. This man along with the rest of the elders in our family gave us the tools we needed to live honest and fruitful lives. Now we are the elders. What are we doing to lead our young in the same manner. This wonderful man will be missed as will the ones that have preceded him to heaven. I love you Uncle. Your nephew Benny Boy.
Louis A. Fojaco Sr., my dad, lived a long and energetic life. I often recall, after the shop closed for the weekend, he often participated in a neighborhood baseball game, tennis match, card game, dominoes, or Jai alai with a rock hard pelota. If you were on the loosing team of a family sporting event, be ready for a never ending victory celebration. Guess that is where I first heard “work hard, play hard”. No games, there was always the beach, Daytona Beach. A Long drive up and a longer drive back. No money for a hotel. Times were difficult but I seldom listened to complaining. Story – He always bragged that his curve ball could not be hit. He was right but, the last pitch he threw to me went through the neighbor’s window. He went inside and I had to explain that I hit the ball too hard and I would pay for the replacement. He paid and let me work it off. After all, I took advantage of an old man. I now appreciate the significance his lectures during my early years, the need for a positive attitude and work ethic. Yes dad, I was sort of listening and your words were very helpful with helping me make reasonable early decisions. I can only hope I made him proud.
Louis Fojaco Jr.
