Adam Valeriano Torres, 45, of Lompoc died suddenly on October 24, 2016. Adam was born in Santa
Barbara on October 28, 1970 a whole thirteen minutes before his fraternal twin brother, Matthew. This
statement was always made when telling someone new he was a twin. Santa Barbara was a perfect
place for young Adam to grow up as it allowed his adventurous nature to thrive. He grew up on an
avocado ranch where his parents raised goats, pigs, and a few litters of Australian Shepherds, instilling
his lifelong love of all things dog. As a boy, he was involved in 4H and sold his first pig who he named
Julius Squealer. Adam loved being outdoors and he was always up for trying something at least once. He
loved going to Lizard's Mouth, Knapp's Castle, Red Rock, and any body of water. The ocean called to him
and one of his proudest accomplishments was becoming a certified scuba diver. Some of his fondest
memories were of dive trips with his friends in Cancun and the Channel Islands. He also completed his
Marine Diver Technician certificate at SBCC. Knowing that pursuing a career in commercial diving would
take him away from his new family, he decided to follow in his father's footsteps and become a master
plumber. He stayed in this profession and was employed at William Rieck plumbing until his unexpected
death.
Adam was extremely charismatic and a truly great man, so was able to fit in to almost any crowd with
ease. He was always telling jokes (good and bad) and loved making people laugh. He also loved fishing,
astronomy, playing flamenco guitar, military memorabilia (especially WWII), camping, archery, reading
science fiction books, watching all types of movies, growing his salsa garden, watching the Rams play on
Sundays, playing disc golf with his daughter, trying out new restaurants with his girlfriend, hanging out
with his dog, and spending quality time with his friends.
He leaves behind his beloved daughters, Domonique and Amanda; parents Joseph and Donna; brothers Joseph and Matthew; sister Lisa; brother-in-law Vern; nephew Ryder; girlfriend Jenny;his grandchildren Christian and Tiffany, his constant companion and beloved Golden Retriever Loki; ex-wife Tisha, and numerous uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends. A special thank you to Blake and Barbara for not only being his bosses, but also friends. Lastly,
he leaves behind a core group of friends whose bonds of friendship are stronger than that of blood.They are his compadres Damion, Terry, Noah, and Jeff.
A celebration of life will take place on Sunday, November 13 at 12 noon at Rieck Plumbing 801 East Chestnut Ave. Lompoc.
Whenever Adam installed a water heater he would sign his initials and the date, as is general practice,
but he would comment that he liked knowing he was leaving his mark on the world. He never realized
that he left his mark with those that loved him and whom he loved. We are all better people for having
known and loved him. Adam is already greatly missed and will be forever remembered.