August 1, 1937 – March 17, 2013
It is with a heavy heart that friends announce the passing of Luis "La Diva" Torres, who died March 17, 2013 at approximately 10:20 p.m. Luis was surrounded by his closest friends.
As a gay Latino man living with HIV since 1986, Luis gave his life as a volunteer to Project Open Hand, packing lunches for homebound HIV clients; Mission Cultural Center, where he showed his elaborate costumes at Carnaval, dressing as different Puerto Rican artists and performing his poetic talents; Instituto Familiar de la Raza, where he won the title of Mr. Safe Latino; and Living Sober, where he was part of the musical.
Luis leaves behind a family of friends who adored him and were his care providers in these final months of his life.
He is survived by two sisters, Nilda and Luz; and two brothers, Reynaldo and Enrique.
There will be a memorial Sunday, April 7 from noon to 4 p.m. at the San Francisco Women's Building, 3543 18th Street, in the Audre Lorde Room. Bring your memories to share.