Mr. Joseph Chris Alvarez's Obituary
Joseph Chris Alvarez, 73 of Tampa, passed away on March 18, 2015. He attended St. Joseph’s Catholic School, Jesuit High School c/o 1959, The University of Tampa, and University of Florida where he received a BS in Biology 1964 and Pharmacy 1966. He was predeceased by his parents Joe (Pepito) and Estella Alvarez. He is survived by his devoted wife of 53 years, Inez; his children Kimberly Perez (Marc), JC Alvarez (Kristina) and Kristine Wilson (Scott); His grandchildren Tyler and Kendall Perez, Maria Kristina, Joseph Chris and Estella Alvarez. His brother F. Dennis (Doris) Alvarez; nephews Derek (Georgia) and Douglas Alvarez. Upon graduating from the University Of Florida College Of Pharmacy, he taught Biology and Chemistry at Jesuit High School. He first practiced Pharmacy at University Pharmacy, then Eckerd Drug Stores. He owned and operated Shoppers Drug Mart Pharmacy on Habana Avenue. He retired from CVS and continued to work at Omnicare of Tampa. He was appointed to the Florida Board of Pharmacy by Governor Bob Martinez (1990) and served as President for the Hillsborough County Pharmaceutical Association. He was active at West Tampa Little League and North Tampa Boys Baseball when his children were young. Chris was dealt hardships in his health but always aspired above them. He inspired all who crossed his path, and never stopped living life to the fullest with no regrets. His true legacy is in the lives of his five grandchildren which he loved so much. His biggest joys in life were his family, his lifelong friends, his profession and UF Gators. Pallbearers include: Derek Alvarez, Douglas Alvarez, Jason Fernandez, Gary Saladino, Frankie Traina, Mike Traina, Frank Traina and Tony Traina
Honorary Pallbearers: Leo Diaz, Eddie Garcia, Frank Fernandez, Frank Vacanti, Bebe Guida, John Ambrose, Gene Anel, Bob Bonanno, Frank Gomez, Froment Gonzalez, Tony Saladino, Wesley Adwell and Jimmy Pinion. Visitation will take place Sunday, March 22, 2015 from 4:00-7:00pm at Boza and Roel Funeral Home, 4730 N Armenia Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33603. A Catholic Funeral Mass will take place on Monday March 23, 2015 at 11:00 am at St. Lawrence Catholic Church , 5225 N Himes Avenue, Tampa, Fl 33614. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Jesuit High School, 4701 Himes Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33614,in memory of Joseph Chris Alvarez c/o 1959 or Sertoma Speech and Hearing Foundation, Inc./4443 Rowan Road/New Port Richey, Florida 34653.
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