I did not know Mr Alvarez that well I was not fortunate enough to meet him sooner but when we did talk he always had a kind word and a funny joke to tell me. I am thankful I got a chance to meet him and thankful he raised such a caring beautiful daughter. 

Uncle Temo was one of the most important men in my life. You know how we look to our elders for guidance. Uncle Temo taught me how to be a   Man. He was so Loving and Inspired, he showed me how to spread Peace and Love mixed in with a whole lotta Laughs! He was so gifted. I’m forever thankful that these last few years I was in contact with him and Elena, Jan and Liz, love them so much too. What a beautiful Familia we have,so, RockRock on Tio Temo! I Love You so much

I remember Uncle Temo when I was growing up always laughing and smiling. I never saw him mad or upset . Him and Dad would get together and the family barbecue’s we’re always fun. He would always play his music from Edie Gorme to Javier Solis. Uncle Temo left a good impression in my heart. My condolences to Tia Elena and all his children. 

My Tio Art,  thank you for always being good to us growing up and to my son Ricky and hubby Richard.  My most dearest memories are when you and tia elena always came over to our house for football (Cowboys, USC) Dodgers and to all of our Party's. Thanksgiving will always be my favorite memory of you. I love you Tio!  (It breaks my heart to lose you, But you never went alone, for part of us went with you the day God took you home.)

Memories live on forever, and I’ll always remember how Welcoming Uncle Temo was of myself and my family. Into his home, into his life and into his heart. A sweet soul and and a caring man. Forever in our memories.

This is a photo of you and mom and me, Ana and Nando. 

My Tio Temo whom I love respect and have always admired.  Being close in age and growing up together you were more like a brother to me. I have so many memories of us but one my favorites is when we were small children around 5 and 8 and you would be having a meal at the table I would stand at the kitchen door and say temo temo temo and you would say “mom tell Esther to call me Tio” and I would say temo temo temo. You would get so angry :) I also remember that your mom would take all your clothes to the cleaners because you were such a sharp dresser and wanted to always look nice. You were so spoiled :) I also remember grandma always had a glass a milk and a piece of pound cake for you when you came home. Thank you for being such a great Uncle. Thank you for always being close to me and my family. You always called to see how I was doing and always asked about all the kids. We will miss you dearly but I know I will see you again. Until then I love you Tio Temo❤️ 

Tío, I’m so thankful for the beautiful memories we shared together. My best moments were family Thanksgiving and Christmas because you were there to share it with. I’ll never forget our Thanksgivings together and how you were the one to introduce me to football and thanks to you, the Cowboys are my all-time favorite team. Christmas gatherings were full of joy, laughter and fun memories. I’ll always remember my favorite memory of your Elvis routine with Janet and Lizzy as your back-up singers. 
Thank you Tio for being part of my life and changing my life with some tough love words of encouragement.  Ever since then, I have been trying to make you proud of me. I hope I did. I’ll forever remember those words and repeat  them to those that need some tough love. I’ll always love you, forever miss you and will never forget you❤️
Love,
Sandra (Sani)


Theres too many memories to remember, but two stand out: shooting his .22 up in the mountains, and when yall would come to visit and we'd all meet at grandmas house or uncle nandos. He was a strong and quiet influence on me, and along with my dad, continues to show me what it means to be a good person.
 Love yall,
 Ernie

Tio Temo❤️ When I think of you, I think of a huge smile, so much joy, & soooo funny! I would love to see you when you visited! Walking in getting a huge hug & Kiss from you, oh how I’ll miss that. You would always ask how I was doing, how life was, and just talk with all of us like no time had ever passed. The love you showed all of us, is a love we will always feel & cherish. I wish you could’ve met my Lainey girl at least once. I know she would’ve loved your infectious smile & she would feel all your love. You will be missed so much! Tell grandma hi for me Tio. I’ll always keep you in my prayers & keep your memory alive! Lainey & I love you so so much❤️ May you Rest In Peace🕊👼🏻

Tio, I will always remember your huge smile and how happy you made everyone with your visits. You were always so kind and friendly and even though we didn’t see each other for long stretches of time you would pick up a conversation we had as if we just saw each other the week before but my favorite memories are of you and my Grandma. The smile you put on her face when you visited and the love you could see beaming from her eyes when she would look at you. She loved you so much.  I’m sure she has that same smile now that she has her little brother with her and your parents. You will truly be missed.

When I think of Uncle Temo I get an instant smile! 
He was such a character,  I'll always remember his smile and when he wore his hair curly and long, haaa 😎! He was so funny and witty, I just remember always laughing when he was around, watching his interaction and antics with everyone.  And of course, the all-nighter BBQs and loud music, no matter which house we gathered. So much fun, watching him with my Dad enjoying each other, and us kids running around or hanging out having a good time. I can recall the song "Kiss and Say Goodbye" by the Manhattans came on the radio, and Uncle said he really liked that song, then he started singing out loud trying to hit those high notes! 😂That song always reminds me of that time.  Even though my memories are when I was a kid,  all these years whenever I thought of Uncle Temo, I recognize not only was he loving,  he was very smart. And not just academically, but his ability to dissect history and his understanding and awareness of social values. He must have been a good teacher to his Kids and to whoever listened. 
He definitely influenced me and my siblings with the Alvarez sense of humor, Instigators! Rest in peace Uncle and enjoy the  BBQs, and music up there!✌  Condolences to Auntie Elena and to all the family.    
 

    
   


My Dad and I loved to dance. I will miss all of our dances! ❤️

“Angel!!, what’s up Dude!? That’s how Art would always greet me, whether I had just seen him the day before or it had been weeks! Always felt welcomed.  Then he would proceed to ask me about my mom, my sister, bro, my friends, my job. “How’s work?? get that overtime while you can!!”” He would say. He loved my kids, his Darling(Arianna) and his Chaco(Aidan). They always knew they were loved by their grandpy.  Art always worried and cared for everyone else, we had a few heart to heart conversations throughout our years and I will never forget what he told me “you’ve done good Angel, you have a great family, friends, people that love you, you’re a great father, you’re a good man, I’m proud of you man” Art was never afraid to show his emotions and tell his loved ones how much he loved them. I will always carry his words with me and hope that I keep making him proud. I love you Art!!! You’re home now, with no more pain, worry, stress, or hurt. Can’t wait to have another one of our conversations again one day! 

I have so many awesome memories of my Uncle Temo, he was always laughing and telling jokes. I remember when he came to visit us in Culver City after he was discharged from the military. Uncle Temo was 12 years older than me and I thought he was the most handsome man on the planet in his uniform! (you know the young pre/teen crush). I remember so many weekends when he would come over to visit us in Simi Valley and hang out with our family always talking and laughing! And all the weekends with Grandma and Grandpa, Uncle Temo and our family BBQ’s, birthdays etc. All the adults would enjoy drinking their cerveza. My Uncle Temo was always encouraging me and always accepted me. Rest In Peace my dear Uncle. You are missed! I was so blessed to have you in my life! My Condolences to my Aunt Elena, counsins Lizza, Janet and their families and all my other Alvarez family members.

Tio, I have so many amazing memories of you. When I hear Tio Temo I instantly think of your infectious smile, your sense of humor and your curly hair but I also think FAMILY. I think of all the fun times we have shared as a family here in Texas and there in California. I have so many memories of you coming to visit. I remember being a little girl and being so excited to go to Grandma Cata’s  to see you, Tia, Janet and Lizzy. You were all those miles away yet we all felt very close to all of you. That’s because family was important to you. You showed me that Seeing your parents and sister and nieces and nephews and extended family (that’s me) mattered no matter how far away we all were.  Sometimes as generations grow bonds get weak but not with you. Even though you are my great Uncle  you have always felt like a first Uncle. Thank you Tio for being a family man. Thank you for keeping us all close. We will honor you by keeping our families close and by passing the family legacy thru the generations to come.  Lastly, when I last spoke to you this past month you said to me “ JoAnna what happen to your car?” I said what do you mean Tio my cars fine and you said “oh good then when are you driving over here?”  Every time I think of that it brings me to laughter. Tio you will always be in our memories and in our hearts. We love you dearly for infinity. 

Tío, You will always be in our hearts and memories. So many thoughts come to mind and pictures of you are saved...from family birthday parties to BBQs...to the last time we got to spend a couple of hours with you. You're  smile,laugh, and stories always lit up a room. I'm proud to call you uncle. Rest in peace, Love Jesse  (your big bro), Olinda, and Erik. ♥️ Condolences and love to tía Elena,the girls, and all the grandkids. 

OBITUARY

Art "Temo" Alvarez

March 9, 1941 – July 14, 2021

Montecito Memorial Park and Mortuary

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