Fred Beltran Sr., Calipatria Mayor Pro Tem, passes away

CALIPATRIA, Calif. (KYMA) - The City of Calipatria announced Mayor Pro Tem Fred Beltran Sr. passed away Friday.

"His passing is a profound loss for the City of Calipatria and the Imperial Valley, where he dedicated much of his life to public service, leadership, and the betterment of his community," the City said. "We honor his life, his decades of service, and the lasting legacy he leaves behind."

The City extends their condolences to his wife, Martha, his children, his loved ones, and those "had the privilege of knowing and working alongside him."

"Though his absence will be deeply felt, his legacy will continue to live on through the people he served, the lives he touched, and the community he helped shape," the City expressed. "Calipatria will forever remember Fred R. Beltran as one of its own who dedicated his life to serving others."

Beltran was 72-years-old.