It was very sudden, sad & unexpected when Richard passed away @ 2:00 A.M. on January 27, 2010 @ the VA Hospital in Palo Alto. Richard was a jack of all trades, he could fix your car, house & heart if possible. He ALWAYS had a quick joke 4 U....yes he did! Our Richard always gave a helping hand 2 any 1 that asked! He was mainly a carpenter, but had a history of many accomplishments. He was a soldier in the army, Airborne Division, with a sharp shooter medal & honorable discharge in July of 1970. He used 2 be so proud 2 hand out his business card- "R.R. Construction- Interior & Exterior painting, ceramic tile, remodeling, plumbing, concrete/Stamp & Fencing." He is survived by his loving wife Margie Rodriquez, youngest son Buddy, daughter Kimber, His oldest son Richard, daughters Liz, Denise, Diana & twin- late son Alexander, 14 grandchildren & 7 great-grandchildren. Brothers & sisters Nadine, Carlos, Vera, Jenny, Pearl, Frank, Victor, Manuel, David, Rosie & Ruby. His late parents Manuel C. & Delphina G. Lopez & his brothers in-law, sisters-in law, cousins, aunts, uncles, God-children & many, many friends!