Charles Paul Mati Laygo Sr.

October 2, 1961 - December 18, 2020

Charles Laygo Sr., a loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on Friday, December 18, 2020 at the age of 59. Charlie was born on October 2, 1961 in Manila, Philippines to Dr. Paul and Lois Laygo. In 1963 he came to the United States with his family. It wasn’t until 1974 that Charlie moved to Fresno and laid down roots. He graduated from Fresno State with a Bachelor’s degree in Business-Finance and while attending school he met his sweetheart, Laniebelle Martinez. They eventually wed on the day of Love, February 14, 1987 and had four children. As a young adolescent Charlie loved to skateboard with his brothers around local spots in Fresno. At one point they were locally sponsored skateboard competitors. Later in life his hobbies included being an automotive enthusiast. He was passionate about different vehicles and loved to try them out. He enjoyed visiting the coast and loved watching the sun rise and set whenever he could. Charlie was a hardworking dedicated man. He was a 20 Year Veteran of the Fresno County Probation Department who began his career in 1999. He worked as a Juvenile Correctional Officer and dedicated his life to working with at-risk youth. We remember him as an easygoing, funny, kind hearted man who will be greatly missed. One of his greatest wishes was that he wanted his children to experience as much as they could growing up. He will forever be in our hearts. Charlie was preceded in death by his parents Paul and Lois Laygo, his sister Estrella Parker, father-in-law Ernesto Martinez, and brother-in law Dan O’Brien. He is survived by his wife Laniebelle; his four children: Jonathan, Charles Jr., Amanda, and Brandon; and his two grandchildren Hayden and Conrad. Due to Corona Virus, we ask those attending to be responsible and maintain a safe social distance. Masks are a requirement. Please contact the family for restrictions and information. We will be enforcing a limit of guest to attend so if you are unable to attend, please join the service via zoom here at the link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4080136150?pwd=bWVwMXFOYUd6bFZhd0lweCsvSmpaUT09#success Meeting ID: 408 013 6150 Passcode: 141210