Alvin Eskridge, 68, passed away peacefully at home on December 26, 2025. He was born on September 21, 1957, in Columbus, Georgia, to Charlie M. Eskridge and Rosie B. Eskridge.

Alvin was raised in a Christian household, shaped by the steady influence of a father who served 30 years in the United States Army. Because of that service, Alvin grew up traveling from place to place, learning early how to adapt, observe, and take responsibility. Those years helped form the dependable, hardworking man his family came to rely on.

He attended Ione Olson Elementary School, seaside high School, later San José State University, where he earned an associate's degree. He also attended Bay Valley Tech trade school sometime later.

On June 16, 1984, Alvin married the love of his life, Linda M. Eskridge. The two met in San Jose in 1981, and according to Alvin, it was love at first sight, even if Linda needed a little convincing. After an initial rejection, fate stepped back in and brought them together again in 1982. Alvin liked to say, “I may forget the name, but I never forget a face.” Their 41 years of marriage was full of life, spirited debate, deep loyalty, and enduring love.

Alvin was a devoted husband and a proud father to Angel A. Aquino, Marrinda M. Eskridge, and Alina R. Eskridge-Coleman, and son-in-law Jamar Coleman. One of his greatest joys was being a grandfather to C’eir K. Coleman, whom he adored. Family was central to Alvin’s life, and he carried both the responsibility and pride of that role deeply.

He shared a close and constant bond with his siblings, Rosemary Eskridge-Evrenos and Charlie M. Eskridge II, speaking with them daily. He was also a loving uncle to his nephews, Kaya Ismail Morris Evrenos and Teimur Francoise Mithat Evrenos, children of his sister Rosemary.A man of faith, Alvin was baptized in January 1997 at San Jose Ephesus Seventh-day Adventist Church, where he faithfully served for more than 20 years as a deacon and elder under five different pastors. He took great pride in maintaining the church grounds and facilities, overseeing its preservation and beautification with care and dedication.

Professionally, Alvin worked as a manufacturing technician early in his career at California Microwave and later at Metrocom, where his technical skill and problem-solving ability were recognized. He was sent out of state to help implement a communications product he helped develop. Alvin later retired after 20 years at Valley Medical Center, working in Environmental Health Services, where he was responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the dialysis center. He was formally recognized as an exceptional employee, a reflection of how seriously he took even the most behind-the-scenes work.

A natural handyman, Alvin could fix just about anything and believed in doing things the right way. Reliable, selfless, and hardworking, he showed love through action. If something was broken, he repaired it. If someone needed help, he showed up.

Alvin had a sharp ability to read people and situations. Though he claimed not to like visitors, anyone who stopped by quickly learned he would talk with you at length, usually with humor, stories, and playful joking. He had a sweet tooth, loved movies and movie theaters, enjoyed new technology, and took pride in his black Lincoln Navigator. He especially loved visiting San Francisco and taking random family trips all together.

An avid sports fan, Alvin enjoyed football, basketball, and baseball. He remained (secretly) loyal to the Raiders, even while joking that he had disowned them after their move to Las Vegas. He followed basketball closely, cheering for the Lakers and, most passionately, the Golden State Warriors, and rooted for the Dodgers in baseball. To Alvin, games were events, debates, and reasons to gather.

Above all, Alvin loved his family fiercely. He proudly bragged about his children’s achievements, prayed constantly for their safety, and lived with a deep sense of responsibility for those he loved.

Alvin Eskridge will be remembered as a man who worked hard, loved deeply, served faithfully, and showed up consistently for the people who mattered most. His presence, guidance, and care leave a lasting imprint on all who knew and loved him.

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