Silverio P. Torres died on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, after a brief battle with cancer.
He was born in Ranchos de Arriba, Ixtlan del Rio Nayarit, Mexico. In his early years, Mr. Torres learned automotive work which turned into his career of over 40 years.
Devoted to his Catholic faith, Mr. Torres and his wife Gloria were proud members of the Marriage Encounter where they formed friendships with families that transformed into a large extended family.
Mr. Torres was a Eucharist minister for St. Patrick’s Church for many years. He loved entertaining his family and friends and would often throw barbecues to show off his grilling skills.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Gloria (Roldan) Torres; his three daughters, Veronica Torres Gallardo (Peter Gallardo), Alma Torres, and Maricela Torres; his two sons, Silverio Torres Jr. (Reyna Torres) and Jairo Torres; and 11 grandchildren.
The Rosary will be held on Feb. 18 at St. Patrick’s Church, 721 Main St., Watsonville from 5-9 p.m., Rosary at 7 p.m. Mass will take place on Feb. 19 at 10 a.m. at St Patrick’s Church. Burial will follow at Valley Public Cemetery, 2445 East Lake Ave., Watsonville.
Arrangements have been entrusted in the care of the Carroll Family of Ave Maria Memorial Chapel, www.avemariamemorialchapel.com.
