Frank Torres Jr.

Frank Torres Jr. - “Frankie” passed away peacefully surrounded by his wife of 63 years, Carol Elizabeth (Scruggs) Torres, Sister Shirley (Torres) Johnson, Niece Pamela (Johnson) Quilici, Grand Daughter Marissa “Missy” Quezada-Torres, Grand Daughter Ashleigh Torres-Rushing, Son Derrick Torres on September 28, 2026 in Carmichael at the age of 83. Frank is survived by his wife Carol Elizabeth (Scruggs) Torres; Son, Derrick Torres; Sisters Shirley (Torres) Johnson and Gloria (Torres) Choate. He is preceded in death by his Father Frank Torres Sr., Mother Esperanza ‘Hope” (Nunez) Torres, Brother Ronald Jesus Torres, Son Marc Torres and Uncle Henry Torres.

Frank was born on April 18, 1943 in (Sacramento, Ca ) to Frank and Hope Torres. He graduated from Sacramento High School in 1961 and earned an associates degree from American River College. Frank was a lifelong Sacramentan that enjoyed traveling and entertaining at their house with his wife Carol. Frank and Carol shared many adventures together over their 63 years of marriage and raised two sons, Marc and Derrick. Frank served in the United States Marine Corp and attained the rank of Sergeant. Frank loved his family. He was the younger bigger brother to his two sisters Shirley and Gloria and the older brother to Ronnie. Frank was the loveable grandfather to Tamara Torres, Ashleigh Torres-Rushing, Marissa Quezada-Torres and Tyler Torres. Great Grandfather to Annabella (Bella) Anderson, Brady Anderson,James Rushing, Karley Rushing, Jennifer Rushing, Alexandra Dunn; Houston Torres, Jackson Torres.

Frank especially enjoyed his conversations, interactions and communications with his Brother in law, Richard Scruggs, Anchorage, Alaska. Frank had many lifelong friends that he enjoyed spending time with and cherished their friendship (Jerry Biggers, John Meder, Fred Rust). Frank was a trained skilled carpenter and contractor. He lovingly completed many project for family and was always willing to pass along his knowledge and skill to anyone that would want to learn. Frank brought life to every occasion. His subtle smile and sense of humor were always entertaining. Franks fishing endeavors are legendary. Frank will dearly be missed, but will now be with Ronnie, Marc, his parents and family in heaven.

A Celebration of Life service and reception is scheduled for 3:00 pm until 6:00 PM, Monday, October 19, 2026 at Johnson Springview Hall 5460 Fifth St. Rocklin, Ca 95677. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Frankie’s life. The family would like to thank Kitty Nagalie-caregiver along with The ICU and Hospice staff at Mercy San Juan Hospital for their care, understanding and compassion.