Rudy P. Alvarado

Rudy P. Alvarado, went into eternal rest on June 4, 2021 at home surrounded by his family. He was 81 years old. Rudy was born on September 7, 1939 to John Alvarado and Guadalupe Pacheco in San Antonio, Texas.

Rudy loved life and all the joys that came with hard work and a wonderful family. He worked for 54 years at the Frost Bank parking garage. And was awarded the “Best Parking Garage Attendant- Wild Card” for Downtown’s Best Award in 2004. When he wasn’t hard at work he loved watching the Dallas Cowboys, San Antonio Spurs, Texas college football games on TV and in person. As well as playing sports of his own from; Baseball Basketball, Bowling, Darts, Football, Golf and Pool. Rudy also enjoyed collecting sports memorabilia of his favorite teams, collecting die cast classic cars, collecting Native American and Western art and books.

But spending time with his family is what brought Rudy his greatest joy. He leaves behind his wife of 47 years Hortense Alvarado. Children Sally Jean, George Blaine (Amy), John Michael and Andrea Nicole. Grandchildren Leslie Robin (Paul), Jonathan, Preston, Matthew, Brandon, Lauren, Michael and Thalia. Great Grandchild Rowan. His Brothers Fred (Elisa), Louis (Lydia), Joe (in-law) and his Sister Carrie (Frank). As well as many Nieces, Nephews, Family and Friends. All will cherish the memories they created with him.

Rudy has now reunited with his parents John and Guadalupe Alvarado. His Brothers Carlos and John Jr. Alvarado and his Sisters Alice Gonzales, Annie Martinez, Irene Fernandez and Lupe Hernandez.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 from 1:00 -2:00PM at Sunset Northwest Funeral Home, 6321 Bandera Road, San Antonio, TX, 78238. With a funeral service to follow at 2:00pm June 16, 2021 also in the chapel at Sunset Northwest Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers please donate in Rudy's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.SunsetNWFuneralHome.com for the Alvarado family.