Alexander Santos Moreno II, 33 of Turlock, passed away unexpectedly at home last Friday. Alex was born in Hayward, CA on November 16, 1979 to Alexander Moreno, Sr. and Oralia Vasquez. Alex graduated from Job Corps in Nevada, worked locally as a forklift operator for several years and has lived in the Turlock area more than 20 years.
 Alex was a creative man who was passionate about the arts.  He was an amazing artist, musician and cook. However, he always believed his greatest creation and love were his two sons Xander and Diego.
 Alex is survived by his wife Michelle Ciel Ford Moreno; two sons Alexander S. Moreno III and Diego De Jesus Moreno; siblings Mario De Jesus Moreno, Victor Ray Moreno and Sarena Monique Moreno; and his parents Alexander S. Moreno Sr. and Oralia S. Vasquez.
 Allen Mortuary is entrusted with the arrangements. Viewing will be Friday, March 1st from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The funeral service will be at Allen Mortuary at 3:00 pm on Saturday, March 2nd. Following the service a reception will be held at Monte Vista Chapel.
 For those of you wishing to help Alex’s family with any financial contributions please contact Allen Mortuary directly at 209-634-5829. Please share your condolences at www.allenmortuary.com.