Francisco "Chato" Alvarado, Jr., October 2, 1957 - February 1, 2008, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved husband of Elizabeth. Devoted father to Alicia, Leah, Rachel and stepson Randy (Leah) and adoring grandfather of 3. A beloved son of Ma-Ma Tommie, and the late Francisco Alvarado, Sr. Dear brother to Jaime (Norma) and Sonia (Bob) and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to attend a celebration of his life on Saturday, February 9, 2008 at 12 noon, at Chapel of Flowers, 900 S. Second St., San Jose.