Robert Albarez, Jr. Obituary (1978 - 2022)

Robert Albarez Jr. Lansing, Michigan Robert Albarez Jr. 43, of Lansing, MI passed away on January 12, 2022 at Sparrow Hospital. He was born September 6, 1978 in Lansing MI. The son of Mr. & Mrs. Robert & Christina Albarez Sr. Robert he was a light everywhere he went and to everyone he encountered. He was respectful, welcoming and always there at any time when needed. What he enjoyed most was spending time with his children & grandchildren. Robert was known as the life of the party wherever he went and had a passion for grilling. He was a great softball coach & pitcher. He enjoyed listening, playing and dancing to Tejano music. He will be remembered for having a courageous heart, the respect and love he gave to others as well as his contagious laugh. Robert worked as a Hilo Driver at Magna Dexsys for the last year where he will truly be missed. Robert leaves to cherish his memory 6 children & 1 Godson: Christelena (Jose) Ganzaba, Desiree Albarez (Tommy Riojas), Marisa Albarez (Eli Cortez), Robert Albarez III (Alexis Salazar), Alizae Sanchez-Albarez & Santiago Alvarez, Godson Eduardo "Buddy" (Chelsey) Serna; As well as his 11 grandchildren, Alicia Anguiano, Meya Riojas-Albarez, Andres Albarez, Miya & Mila Ortega, Josiah Albarez, Madisynn Ganzaba, Maleah Albarez, Ky'Zahn Rembert, Tommy Riojas Jr. & Milani Salazar-Albarez; 3 Brothers, Gilbert Albarez (Sonya Cabello), Albert (Juanita) Albarez, Tony (Jacquie) Albarez Sr.; 1 Sister Andrea Albarez; 1 Bonus Sister Rebecca (Todd) Nobles; many nieces, nephews, cousin's, family and friends. Robert was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mr. Johnny Albarez Sr. and Mr. & Mrs. Jose & Rebecca Gomez Sr. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 22, 2022 at Life Christian Church, 2560 Eaton Rapids Rd. Lansing, MI 48911. Family will receive friends for visitation on Saturday from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm at the church. To share memories and condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com