Pedro Alvarez
Pedro Alvarez, 96 of Noblesville, and formerly of Atlanta, died at 3:20 a.m. on Thursday, December 10, 2020 at Riverwalk Village in Noblesville. He was born in Austin, Texas on April 28, 1924 to Mateo & Masima (Quintero Fernandez) Alvarez. On August 4, 1948 he married the love of his life Crecencia “Chris” Soliz. The coupled raised a beautiful family and enjoyed 61 years of marriage. Crecencia died on April 30, 2010.
Pedro was a very experienced automobile mechanic, owning his own shop. He also worked for Gene Cottingham Chevrolet and Eriks Chevrolet in Kokomo. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Pedro was a football fan and especially loved watching his grandchildren play sports. He was a good dancer and lit up the room when he would dance. He also loved to travel.
Pedro was a proud member of the United States Army, 2nd Armored Division, “Hell on Wheels” and dearly loved his country. He served during World War II. Pedro was awarded many citations including the American Defense Service Medal and Bronze Stars recognizing service members who show acts of heroism in the field, or who are meritorious in their work. He was also wounded during the war and was presented a Purple Heart.
He is survived by his five children, Sylvia Alvarez and husband Arnold Rodriguez, Cicero, Donna Alvarez, Tipton, Max Alvarez and wife Sandy, Atlanta, Dale Alvarez and wife Chris, Merced, California, and Patricia Tragesser, Atlanta; grandchildren, Christina Hinds, Daniel Rodriguez, Charles Rodriguez, Jennifer Rodriguez, Amber Alvarez, Alex Alvarez, Celina Courtney, Chynna Tragesser, Jamieson Tragesser, Pete Alvarez, Jr., Annette Petty, Joann Alvarez, Patti Arnold and Theresa Peppers; a daughter-in-law, Joann Alvarez of California.
Pedro is also survived by great-grandchildren, Austin Hinds, Sierra Hinds, Isaiah Rodriguez, Emilia Rodriguez, Gabriel Rodriguez, Elijah Rodriguez, Isabel Rodriguez, Alivia Rodriguez, Christian Rodriguez, Brady Branstetter, Avery Applegate, Layla Rutland and Knox Woods. He will be missed by his best friend, Henry the Chihuahua.
He was preceded in death by one son, Pete Alvarez and one granddaughter, Brandie Stewart; his siblings, Camilo Alvarez, Jesus Alvarez, Manuel Ramos, Antonia Herrera, Gabriel Alvarez, and Romona Galvan.
Pedro’s funeral service will take place at 4:00 p.m. Monday, December 14, at Young-Nichols Funeral Home with Rev. Sean Pogue presiding. Visitation will be on Monday also from 1:00 p.m. until time of the service at funeral home. Social distancing guidelines are in place. The funeral will be live streamed and also recorded for watching later on Pedro’s obituary page at www.young-nichols.com.
Honoring Pedro’s wishes and his service to his country, he will be laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Purple Heart Foundation, P.O. Box 49, Annandale, Virginia, 22003.
Pedro RIP and thank you for liberating our country from the nazi occupation.
He wil be gone for ever but never be forgotten .
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Thank you for stating that sentiment Rudi.
Donna and family please accept our condolences for the passing of your loved one. Praying for all of you. Susie Stevens and daughters.
From all of the Veterans of the Hell on Wheels Division, the 2nd Armored Division, we salute and farewell Our courier and scout Pedro!! Ride safely to Fiddlers Green. We will see you there someday!
I grew up in Atlanta and Pete was always so friendly & nice.
My condolences to all the family.
Thank you for your service to our country, rest well at Arlington sir.
RIP Sir and thank you for your service 🇺🇸
Our deepest sympathy to you all. I very much enjoyed visiting Mr. Alvarez and hearing his stories about adventure. May God grant him eternal rest.
Our sincere condolences to Max, Donna and the rest of the family. We always remember your dad and mom. I saw them as my parents and they were the best . They will be greatly missed.
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My deepest sympathy and condolences to your family. Uncle Pete will be misses. We always enjoyed his visits to Austin and enjoyed staying in his home when we visited Indiana. Thoughts and prayers for the family.
Love , Ramos Family
Melin Fabian, Minnie Aleman and Lala Rodriguez
Our condolences. To the greatest familia we have ever met. Will never forget all the stories he shared with us in the last ten years. Rip brother Pedro, keep on riding.
RIP grandpa everyone was right you were a hero you were our hero such a beautiful person you will never be forgotten Aunt Trishia,Donna ,Sylivia and the boys you are in out thoughts and prayers we love you all
From the Diana Moya family, we send our sincere condolences to all the Alvarez family.. My heart goes out to each and everyone of you.. Sending prayers out for everyone..
The legacy of heroes. Is the memory of a great name and the inheritance of a great example!
R.I.P Mr. Pete Alvarez
Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the family. Thank you for allowing us to care for Pedro. It was an honor. He was loved by many of the staff.
R.I.P Mr Alvarez, I will never forget you, even though we never got date, someday we will. I salute you, we will always be brothers and sisters in arms, and you will always be my boyfriend. I was so honored to know you, you will always be in my heart. God bless you and the USA. Go Army
Donna, I just saw that your dad has passed. Took care of both your parents. Loved them much and you.