Ciprian Alvarado

Ciprian Alvarado, age 64, of Ashtabula and formerly of Lorain, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at Hospice of the Western Reserve in Westlake following a lengthy illness.

He was born on January 14, 1955 in Lorain to Timoteo and Herminia “Minnie” (nee Avalos) Alvarado.  Ciprian received his GED and studied Computer-Aided Design at Lorain County Community College.  He was employed at Indio Graphics in Ashtabula as a CADD designer.  He enjoyed stamping, boating, martial arts and spending time with his beloved son and attending car shows.  Ciprian dedicated his life as a stay-at-home father for his special needs son.

Besides his parents, he is also survived by his son, Matthew R. Alvarado; sisters, Betty Jane Waseleski; Charlottee Ann Rice, Diana Alvarado and Alice Velez; and a brother, John “Juan” Alvarado.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Paula Alvarado; grandparents, Cipriano and Magdelena (nee Morado) Alvarado and John and Mary (nee Camacho) Avalos.

A memorial service is scheduled for Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at 11:00 am at Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 647 Reid Ave., Lorain.  Rev. Alex Barton, pastor will officiate.  The Dovin Funeral and Cremation Specialists, 2701 Elyria Ave., Lorain, is handling the arrangements.