Ruben Gallardo Juarez was born in Bakersfield, California on July 30, 1966 to Evelyn Gallardo Castellon and Adolfo Juarez Jr. Ruben was a machine operator for seven years. He had five children who he loved very much. Ruben enjoyed watching the Raiders Football games and gathering with his family. He would love to joke around with everyone and create funny commentary. Ruben was always available for his family and friends who needed him and would give the shirt off of his back to anyone. He is survived by his mother Evelyn; son Caesar Esparza; daughters Melanie Juarez (Daniel Mariano), Patricia Juarez, Alixia Juarez and Ariana Leyva; brothers Paul (Andrea) and Gilbert (Irene) Juarez; sister Dolores (Terry) Williams; many loving nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father Adolfo. Holy Rosary will be recited Monday, January 11, 2016 at 6pm at Peters Funeral Home, Wasco. For Ruben Gallardo Juarez, age 49, of Bakersfield, who passed away on January 2, 2016 in Wasco. Visitation will be held on Monday, January 11, 2016 from 4-8pm at Peters Funerals Home