Manuel Arroyo Araiza was born February 18, 1940, in Mexico, to Jesus and Maria (Araiza) Arroyo. He passed away in Bakersfield, November 11, 2011, at the age of 71. Visitation for Manuel was Thursday, November 17, 2011, 2-8 pm, at Hopson-Anspach Chapel in Bakersfield. A prayer service was conducted at 6pm. Burial was November 18, 2011, at Arvin Cemetery. Arvin Funeral Home was in charge of services.