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Ralph Chavira, 78, a beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother, was called home to be with the Lord Saturday, March 20, 1999. Mr. Chavira built the home he lived and died in with his own hands, he was a very proud man not only in his work, but most of all of his family. Ralph was born on December 30, 1920 in El Paso, TX to Jose de La Luz and Elisa Chavira; he was well known for his sense of humor and outgoing personality; he was an active parishioner and usher at St. Anne's Catholic Church; he served his country in the United States Army during World War II; he met the love of his life, Kathryn Montano in Albuquerque, where they were married in February 1947, with the blessing of God they had four children. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Herman Chavira, who was killed in the Korean Conflict. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Kathryn Chavira of the family home; three sons, Martin Chavira and wife, Betty, Ralph Chavira and fiancee, Norma Candelaria, Evan Chavira and wife, Debbie; one daughter, Irene Chavira; three adoring grandchildren, Evan Joseph Chavira, Michael Ray Chavira and Veronica Correa. He is also survived by two brothers, Roy T. and Willie Chavira; four sisters, Carmen Nunez and husband, Paul, Mary Louise Chavira, Lucy Martinez and husband, Tony and Dolores Cortez and husband, Manuel; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of friends. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and those who knew him. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial contributions be made to the St. Martins Hospitality Center, 1201 3rd Street NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Private services will be conducted. Casket bearers will be Paul Nunez, Jr., Fred Chavira, Ray Montano Jr., Andrew Cortez, Gino Nuanes, Robert Nuanes, Albert Nunez and Dennis Pollock.
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