Frank Torres

Frank Olguin Torres "The dictionary is the only place that success comes before work. work is the key to success, and hard work can help you accomplish anything." - Vince Lombardi A hard worker with a humble heart, Frank Olguin Torres, age 76, of Corpus Christi, passed away on Wednesday, August 31, 2022. Frank was born February 19, 1946, to Manuel and Filomena Torres. He grew up in Monahans, Texas, with his siblings Nancy, Manuelita, Blasa, Ramona, Nell, Susie, Rosa, Irene, and Manuel, Jr. Frank married his one true love, Sylvia, on June 28, 1968. They met at church in 1967, when his mom (who was very persistent) wanted Sylvia to meet her son. When hard times hit, their love overcame all obstacles. Even though he joked about divorce saying, "it's cheaper to keeper," Sylvia remained number one even when his health declined. They celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary on a celebration cruise. He loved her dearly and was so proud to become a father to their children Michael, Benji, and Adele. A true family man, he always put the family first before himself. Frank cherished time golfing with his sons and took the time to teach his daughter how to be independent. As they were growing up, when he had to scold his children, he would always finish his lecture with "ya big dummy!" Frank had an incredible work ethic. In any and all work, he took pride and passion in what he did, and was meticulous in his work. At the age of nine, he was shining shoes. At 16, he painted signs and was a drummer in a Tejano band. When he was 20, he started doing body work and vintage car restoration. His patience in complex situations helped him achieve. When he was 46, Frank opened and operated his own restaurant, "Crossroads Bar-B-Q" in Alice, Texas for 23 years. He woke up early every day to chop wood and make all the dishes from scratch, including the barbeque sauce and spices. That hard work paid off, as his restaurant was mentioned twice in Texas Monthly magazine for Exceptional Bar-B-Que. He passed that trait on to his children, who are as compassionate and hard working as he was. He really enjoyed hosting Christmas parties for employees and family at his restaurant. Frank loved music! He played the drums in a band, and enjoyed guitar as well. He especially enjoyed Tejano and blues music by Little Joe y La Familia, BB King, and Stevie Ray Vaughn. His favorite song was "Las Nubes" by Little Joe y La Familia. This passion for music continues with his children and grandchildren. He was also artistic and creative, loving to draw and paint. In his free time, he enjoyed all types of fishing and hunting with family and friends, as well as golfing. He loved to cook and grill, especially when it meant the family would get together. He enjoyed a good hamburger, BBQ, snow-balls, pecan pie, spoon candy, and German chocolate cake, washed down by a Diet Coke. A fan of the Dallas Cowboys, he also liked watching them play. Go Cowboys! Frank was a warm-hearted man with a unique sense of humor. For example, when walking into a kitchen with someone else cooking, he would say, "whatcha burning?" If asked about Viagra, he would say, "that shit don't work!" After a possibly touchy banter, he would say, "I'm just kidding!" A jokester, he loved giving people nicknames. Frank absolutely adored and loved his wife and children and enjoyed spending time with the family. He loved any and all animals, especially his beloved pets. Frank leaves behind his wife Sylvia Tagle-Torres, his son Michael Torres and his wife Leticia, his daughter Adele Marie Torres and her wife Trisha, his daughter-in-law Betty Torres, his grandchildren Monique Torres, Michael Rene Torres, Rose Torres, and Joaquin Torres, his siblings Nancy, Manuelita, Blasa, Ramona, Nell, Susie, Rosa, Irene, and Manuel, Jr., numerous nieces and nephews, and his pets Zeus Chiquis, Curly, and Lincoln. He is reunited with his parents and his son Benjamin (Benji) Torres. His family would like to say a special thank you to Esther Tagle and ALL staff at DRMC during Frank's final days on earth. Special mention to Dr. Reddy, Dr. Ali, Dr. Konkimalla, Dr. Wilson, Dr. Santos. Dr. Choudhury, Jesusa, Dora, Lorenzo, Ashley, Rhett, Lisa, Bianca, Sarah, and Amanda. To honor Frank, his Celebration of Life Events will begin on Thursday, September 8 and conclude on Friday, September 9, 2022. The visitation and Celebration Gathering will be Thursday from 5-8 PM at Maxwell P. Dunne (YORKTOWN BLVD), with a Memory Share Ceremony: Thursday to begin at 6:30 PM. This will be live streamed on the Maxwell P. Dunne Facebook Page. Frank's Celebration of Life Service will be Friday at 10 AM - Maxwell P. Dunne (YORKTOWN BLVD), and will be live streamed on the Maxwell P. Dunne Facebook Page. His graveside service will be Friday at 11:30 AM at Seaside Memorial Park with a Celebration Reception following graveside services at Maxwell P. Dunne (YORKTOWN BLVD). The Torres Family has held a block of discounted rooms at La Quinta for travelers in need.