Rafael Torres

Ralph was a former resident of Salinas and Gonzales, and has lived in San Jose for last 50 years. He was a devoted husband and loving father and grandfather. Ralph was employed as a cement finisher, with over 50 years of service. He was proud of his trade in construction, contributing to many projects in the Salinas Valley and San Jose. He enjoyed traveling, boxing, gardening, listening to music, and most of all spending time with his family. He is survived by; wife, Carmen Torres of San Jose; sons, Ralph (Magdalena) Torres of Salinas, Thomas Torres of Livermore, John (Renate) Torres of Monte Serreno; daughter, Rachel Litzinger of Fremont; grandchildren, Ralph, Erica, Manuel, Matthew, Catherine; great-grandchildren, Michael Ralph, Maribel, Roberto He was preceded in death by his son, Michael Torres.