Crisanto Batarra San Jose

Crisanto Batarra San Jose, 86, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2024. Crisanto, aka “Cris” to friends and “Anchie” to relatives, was born on November 1, 1937 to Francisco and Cristeta. He was an air-conditioning and refrigeration technician graduate and owner of Cris Aluminum Products - fabricator of aluminum, glass and iron works.

On September 23, 1963, he legally married the love of his life, Brigida. Then, they sealed their marriage in church on Jan 16, 1965. Together, they have four beautiful children, Lynn, Lani, Jojo, and Carlo.

Cris and Ida moved to the United States in 2001 to start anew living with Lani and Erik in Fremont, California on their days off. They moved to the Los Angeles area when Jojo and Alvin Ucab, Jojo’s bestfriend who has since been considered part of the family - an adopted son, decided to transfer from Texas in 2008. Since then, they’ve stopped working and enjoyed traveling and seeing friends and family. It was in 2015 when they settled in Las Vegas with Jojo and Alvin.

Cris was a dedicated family man known for his warm heart, as he loved taking care of his family and others. He was also known by those who loved him for his admiration for Elvis, dancing, listening to old songs, and a good cheeseburger. His craftsmanship was prevalent in his enjoyment of making “parols” and other homemade decorations. He loved watching TFC, Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune, and the Price is Right.

He is survived by his wife, Ida; and his children: Lynn (Kenneth) Esguerra, Lani (Romerico) Gilbuena, and Jojo. He left behind his dear apos: Marie Jeanne Paula Gilbuena – Turner (Jeffrey), Kathlin Cristal Esguerra, Cushaq Keith Esguerra, Luis Joseph Gilbuena, and Keeshia Brie Esguerra.

Crisanto was predeceased by his parents Francisco and Cristeta, siblings - Leonila, Victoria, Hermelita, and his son, Carlo Joseph.

Crisanto was a devoted husband, a caring and loving Tatay, a good provider, and a great friend to all of his loved ones and everyone whose lives he has touched. He will be greatly missed. He will forever be in their hearts.

A memorial service will be held in the Philippines at a later date where he will be reunited with his son, Carlo.