Emmanuel Alvarez Obituary (1975 - 2023)

Emmanuel "Chema" Alvarez 02/08/75 - 11/12/23 Emmanuel Alvarez, tambien conocido como Chema, un querido hijo, hermano y veterano, fallecio en paz Noviembre 12, 2023, en El Centro, CA a la edad de 48 anos. Nacido el 8 de Febrero de 1975 en Calexico, CA, hijo de Carmen y Manuel Alvarez, Chema crecio junto a sus hermanos Israel (Chory) y Salvador (Chow) Alvarez. Graduado de Calexico High School en 1993, Chema demostro su compromiso con la Nacion al enlistarse en el Ejercito en 1996. Su dedicacion a su pais era evidente, ya que sirvio con valentia y fue a la guerra en Irak, completando 12 anos de servicio militar. Chema era conocido por su aficion a la musica oldies, que le proporciono alegria y consuelo durante toda su vida. Deja tras de si un legado de resistencia y fortaleza, al que sobreviven sus padres, Carmen y Manuel Alvarez, y sus hermanos, Israel y Salvador Alvarez. La familia Alvarez lamenta la perdida de Chema, incluido su difunto hijo, Jesus Emmanuel Alvarez (Chipi) . La memoria de Chema sera apreciada y se mantendra viva en los corazones de aquellos que lo conocieron y amaron. Emmanuel Alvarez, also known as Chema, a cherished son, brother, and veteran, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2023, in El Centro, CA at the age of 48. Born on February 8, 1975, in Calexico, CA, to Carmen and Manuel Alvarez, Chema grew up alongside his brothers Israel (Chory) and Salvador (Chow) Alvarez. Graduate of Calexico High School in 1993, Chema demonstrated his commitment to the Nation by enlisting in the Army in 1996. His dedication to his country was evident as he bravely served and went to war in Iraq, completing 12 years of military service. Chema was known for his love of oldies music, which brought joy and comfort throughout his life. He leaves behind a legacy of resilience and strength, survived by his parents, Carmen and Manuel Alvarez, and his brothers, Israel and Salvador Alvarez. The Alvarez family mourns the loss of Chema, including his late son, Jesus Emmanuel Alvarez (Chipi). Chema's memory will be cherished and kept alive in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. A visitation will be held on Friday, December 1, 2023 from 6pm to midnight at Frye Chapel & Mortuary 338 Aten Rd. Imperial CA 92251. Prayer Service will be begin at 7:30 p.m..