Sofia M. Alvarado

Sofia M Alvarado(Nena), age 72, of Caruthers, California passed peacefully on Monday June 29,2020 surrounded by her loving family. Sofia was born August 28,1947 in Five Points, California to Frank and Rita Martinez. She was devoted to her family and also enjoyed the many family gatherings that she shared with all of those she loved. Sofia also enjoyed her many years of employment at Lindskoog Hatchery and Zacky Farms where she gained many friendships over the years. Sofia was a Breast Cancer survivor for 30 plus years and unfortunately the cancer returned in 2014 and she fought strongly for 6 more years.

Sofia is survived by her husband Max Alvarado; Son Max Alvarado and wife Maryhelen; Daughter Cathy Sanzberro and husband Joe; Daughter Liz Alvarado ; Son Armando Alvarado; and Daughter Angela Riley and husband Robert; Brother Louis Martinez and wife Durinda; and Sister Eleanor Marez. She also leaves behind her 9 grandchildren Ashleigh, Vanessa, Caitlin and partner Oscar, Brandon and wife Hilda, Cailey, Alissa, Hailey, Hunter, Hayden and 2 great-grandchildren Avereigh and Noah.

Sofia is preceded in death by parents Frank and Rita Martinez; Brothers Frank,Ralph,Chubby,and Nick Martinez; and also sister Lupe Renteria.

A visitation for Sofia will be held Wednesday, July 8,2020 from 10:00-10:30 AM and a rosary service will occur from 10:30-11:00 AM and a funeral mass will occur from 11:00 AM- 12:00 PM at Saint Ann's Church, 3047 W. Mt. Whitney Ave, Riverdale, CA 93656. A committal service will occur Wednesday, July 8,2020 from 1:00-1:30 PM at Fresno Memorial Gardens, 175 South Cornelia Ave, Fresno, CA 93706.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.palmlapazfresno.com for the Alvarado family.