It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of our beloved Raul "RJ" Perez Jr. R.J. passed away on August 31, 2021 at the tender age of 31. RJ was born on May 29, 1990 in Bakersfield, CA and lived in and around the Bakersfield, Arvin, and Keene areas. RJ was a very talented and compassionate person. He loved writing music, singing, and playing various instruments. RJ also loved spending time with his son Oliver and going for hikes and camping. He also enjoyed running and rooting for his favorite team: the San Jose Sharks. RJ will be greatly missed by all those who knew him. RJ was born the eldest of four children to Raul S. Perez Sr. and Penny Hernandez Perez. RJ grew up in Arvin with his sisters Monica, Miranda, and Marlena. RJ worked several years on the same ranch with his father Raul and his sister Monica. RJ will forever be in our hearts. RJ is survived by his son Oliver Perez and Oliver's mother Cassandra Rios; parents Raul Perez and Penny Perez; paternal grandparents Genovevo and Olivia Perez; maternal grandfather Edmundo Hernandez; three sisters Monica Perez, Miranda Perez, and Marlena Perez; Godparents and many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and co-workers. RJ was preceded in death by his grandmother Dolores Hernandez; uncle Jr. Hernandez and Rodrigo Flores. The family has arranged visitation and rosary to be held on Monday, September 20, 2021 from 4:00-8:00p.m at Peter's Funeral Home, 201 S. Hill Street, Arvin, CA. 93203. Services for burial will immediately follow on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at 12:00pm. at the Arvin Cemetery, 15543 S. Vineland Rd., Bakersfield, CA. 93307.