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Lena Chavez "Nena", age 84, was born April 3, 1924, to Nicolas and Candelaria Salas of Pena Blanca, NM. She went home with the Lord on her 84th birthday, Thursday, April 3, 2008. Lena was a pioneer, raising two daughters, as a single parent. As well, she worked in, owned, and operated Lena's Beauty Salon for 39 years in Downtown Albuquerque. Lena will be deeply missed and always remembered on our hearts. Her body is at peace and her soul is with the Lord. Lena was preceded in death by her three brothers, Frank, Tom, and John Salas. She is survived by her two loving daughters, Dolores Miera and Frances Chavez; son-in-law, Leon Padilla; Dominic Tamez; a grandson who Lena raised; grandchildren, Frank Miera Sr., Michael Miera, Stephanie Miera, Robert Tamez, and Silvia Ann O'Ray; great-grandchildren, Frankie Miera, Heavenly Tamez, Branden Burlem, and Robert Sisneros O'Ray; sister-in-law, Erlinda Salas; nephew, Nick Salas; godchild and niece, Juanita Trujillo and Jessica Ramirez; many other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. A Memorial Service will be held at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo on Thursday, April 10, 2008. A Rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m., followed by the Mass of Christian Burial being celebrated at 10:00 a.m. The family would like to thank Presbyterian Hospice and Enchanted Home Care for taking care of our mother and her needs. Thank you all for your prayers, love and support. May God Bless You All. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
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