Ruben Moreno

Ruben Moreno – Born 7/17/47 in Wasco, CA. Departed 9/6/20 in Modesto, CA. He was a former, long-time resident of San Jose, CA.

Ruben is survived by his loving children Ruben Moreno, Jr. of San Jose, Ralph Moreno of San Jose, and Veronica Fleming and husband Kelton Fleming of San Jose. Ruben had eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and was loved by many others who called him “Tata” and “Pops”. Ruben is also survived by his sister Mary Roach of Manteca, CA, Sister Tommie Moreno of San Jose, and Brother Raymond Moreno of San Jose.

Ruben Moreno graduated San Jose High School, Class of 1965, and was a proud Bulldog. Following high school Ruben enjoyed a 30-year career in construction carpentry and in 2019 was awarded an honorary lifetime membership in Carpenter’s Union Local 405, formerly 316. Notable projects worked on included Eastridge Mall, Mission Community College, and Evergreen Valley High School. After retirement from Local 405 Ruben worked as the maintenance manager for the City of San Jose, San Jose Family Camp in Groveland, CA.

During the Bicentennial year of 1976 Ruben joined the Army National Guard, serving patriotically and faithfully in the California National Guard, HHC 3rd BDE 40th INF DIV, in San Jose, CA. He was retired honorably in 2007 with rank of SSG E6. Ruben's other passions were coaching youth football and baseball. He volunteered over two decades with Eastside Gridiron Football, Evergreen PAL Football, Mayfair Little League, East Hills Little League, and the YMCA. Ruben also volunteered for Habitat for Humanity Re-Store in Modesto, CA where he enthusiastically served customers with his construction experience and knowledge. In 2017, Ruben was honored by the Stanislaus County Board of Supervisors for his dedication to the "Retired and Senior Volunteer Program". He was additionally recognized by the Modesto City Council in 2019 for his volunteer work at the Modesto Senior Center.

Ruben was renowned for his generosity of time, his gregarious personality, his uproarious laughter, and huge, inviting smile. Following open heart surgery in 2010 Ruben became more committed to his Christian faith, regularly attended church services, faithfully read his Bible every morning, and "God Bless You" became a regular feature of his text messages. Ruben was a lifelong learner and continuously worked to perfect his drawing and painting skills. He was fond of whimsical and folksy style landscape paintings featuring birds, birdhouses, flowers, and his signature heart flowers and “I Love You” themes. Over many decades, Ruben aided legions of family and friends with his incredible craftsmanship, remodeling and handyman skills. Most importantly, Ruben will be eternally remembered for building lifelong relationships and his unwavering commitment and devotion to his family and friends.