Jesus Torres

Jesus "Moose" Torres, 51, passed away on February 05, 2021 at his home in Wasco, CA. Jesus was born on January 19, 1970 in Nuevo Chupicuaro, Guanajuato Mexico to Nicolas and Maria Torres.

Jesus grew up in Shafter, CA where he attended Shafter High School, Class of 88. More recently, Jesus was continuing his education by attending Bakersfield College where he was set to graduate with honors and receive his associates degree in Industrial Technology. Moose worked for the Housing Authority of Kern County, where he was a beloved maintenance worker who brought joy to the lives of everyone he encountered.

Moose had many passions, but his greatest love was that which he held for his family. He was everyone's favorite uncle. Jesus would often be found surrounded by his many nieces and nephews whom he would celebrate as often as possible, especially his godson, Nikkolai, his "Baby Shark".

Jesus is survived by his two daughters, Jesenia and Izabela, his two sons, Dario and Jesus Jr, his mother, Maria and his siblings Nick Torres, Sonia Saldana, Rigo Torres and Wendy Alberto and countless nieces, nephews and cousins. Jesus was set to be a grandfather later this year.

Jesus was reunited in eternal life with his father Nicolas Torres Sr. and his brother Ivan Torres, whom we miss dearly every day.

A celebration of life will be held at Basham and Lara Funeral Care (343 State Ave, Shafter, CA 93263) on Thursday February 18th from 6pm-9pm. Mass will be held at Saint Therese Catholic Church (300 West Lerdo Hwy. Shafter, CA.) on Friday, February 19th at 1pm immediately followed by a Burial Service at the Shafter Cemetery (18662 Santa Fe Way, Shafter CA.) at 2pm.

The family is practicing social distancing standards and encourages all loved ones to wear a mask while paying their respects.