Alex Alvarado, 44, born March 27, 1962 in Los Angeles. He passed away Jan, 14, in Phoenix, Arizona. He is survived by his parents, Andrea and Robert Alvarado; his sister Marie Salazar; his brothers, Robert Jr. and Kenny Alvarado; his daughter Christina; his sons, Alex Jr. (Gordo), Rigo, Eddie and Mario; four grandchildren, Alexis, Manuel Jr., Daisy and Natalie; many uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and of course many friends. Alex moved to Arvin, Ca. in 1969 and later moved on to Phoenix, Arizona in 1981. Alex was best known for his love of art and drawing. While living in Phoenix, he painted many murals and made many friends along the way. He was best known as a tattoo artist. Alex leaves behind not only memories but markings in life that's have stories from California to Arizona. The biggest mark in life was his loving heat he had for his kids. Alex devoted his life to his kids. His life was taken too soon and will be deeply missed by all. Viewing for Alex was held on Thursday, February 01, 2007 from 5pm to 8pm at Arvin funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Thomas Catholic Church at 9am. Father Lucas Azpericueta officiated the service and interment follow at Arvin Cemetery. "Memories" They say memories are golden, well maybe that's true, but we never wanted memories, we only wanted you. A million times we've needed you, a million times we've cried, if love alone could have saved you, you never would have died. In life we loved you dearly, in death we love you still, in our hearts you hold a special place, no one else could ever fill. If tears could build a staircase, and heartache build a lane, we'd walk the path to heaven, and bring you back again. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same, but as God calls ue by one the chain will link again.