Eric Alvarez

Eric Alvarez, 17, of Siler City, passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2023.

Mr. Alvarez was born in Lee County on October 14, 2005, the son of Juan Carlos and Maria Elena Alvarez.

Eric was of the Christian faith. He loved to play soccer and video games. He enjoyed eating out and spending time with his family. Eric couldn't wait until it was warm to spend time at the beach, or in the pool.

He is survived by his parents; daughter, Alyssa Maria Alvarez; girlfriend, Noemi Francisco Lopez; sisters, Denise Montiel (Luciano), Vanessa Sankey (Andrew), and Selma Alvarez (Emilio Tolentino); grandmothers, Narcisa Santana and Maria Mendoza; great grandparents, Maria Lopez and Isidonio Lopez; 4 uncles, 4 aunts, 12 cousins, and 3 nieces and nephews.

The Alvarez-Mendoza family will receive family and friends from 6:00-8:00 PM on Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at Smith & Buckner Funeral Home, 230 N. Second Ave., Siler City. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, February 9, 2023 at Smith & Buckner Chapel with Pastor Eddis Lopez speaking. Burial will follow at Chatham Memorial Park.

Smith & Buckner Funeral Home is assisting the Alvarez family.

Online condolences may be made at www.smithbucknerfh.com