Ricardo Alvarado Sr. went to be with our Lord October 1, 2011 at the age of 58. Surrounded by his wife, children and grandchildren, Ricardo lost his 5 year battle with cancer peacefully at home. He was the picture of courage and bravery throughout his fight. He was born on March 29, 1953 and raised on San Antonio’s Westside, he graduated from Lanier High School on 1971. He proudly served in the Marine Corps. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He is preceded in death by his mother Josefa Alvarado and brother Juan Guevara. He is survived by his wife of 11 years Margaret; son Ricardo Jr.; daughters April, Liberty, Dawn, Crystal; 8 grandsons, sisters, brothers and many family members. A special thanks to the staff at the VA Hospital, CTRC and Vitas Hospice. A visitation will begin Thursday, October 6, 2011, 2:00 p.m. at Trevino Funeral Home, 226 Cupples Rd. with a rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. that same evening. Arrangements under the direction of Funeraria Del Angel Trevino Funeral Home, San Antonio, TX.
