Manuel Tinoco Alvarez Jr. "Lil Chief", 57, of St Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at his home.
He was born November 1, 1967 in Arcadia, FL, son of Aurora (Garcia) and Manuel Alvarez . He graduated from Hardee Senior High School in Florida. Manuel spent much of his working life working in Landscaping. When he relocated to St. Joseph, he worked at Triumph Foods. He enjoyed being outdoors, especially doing landscaping work and studying Astrology. Manuel was preceded in death by his parents and infant brother, Ernest Alvarez. Survivors include his sisters, Paula Alvarez and Margaret Gonzalez of Florida, niece, Maria (Ari) Rudolph of St Joseph and several other nieces and nephews.
Manuel has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. No services are scheduled at this time.
