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Obituary for GUTIERREZ


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Thursday October 15, 2009

Nevarez Gutierrez, born October 30, 1926, in San Antonito, NM, passed away at his home in Sandia Park, NM, on October 5, 2009. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Linda Cripe Gutierrez; one daughter, Andrea Gutierrez Allis and her husband, Patrick Allis; one son, Estevan Nevarez Gutierrez; and two grandsons, Kyle Allis and Kevin Allis, all of Sandia Park. He is also survived by one brother, Ignacio (Sam) Gutierrez of Sandia Park; and three sisters, Juanita Leathers, Margaret Sanchez, and Elisea Maes, all of Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Selso and Atilano (Eddie) Gutierrez; and two sisters, Erma Martinez and Maria Benita (Bennie) Leathers. Nevarez Gutierrez was the son of Leonardo Gutierrez and Amalia Garcia Gutierrez of San Antonito, NM, and was one of nine children. The Gutierrez family ancestors made their home in the San Antonito area over 150 years ago. Nevarez and Linda built their home in Gutierrez Canyon on land that was homesteaded by Nevarez' grandfather. They have lived there for over 30 years. Nevarez loved spending time with his family, working on his home and his land and he thoroughly enjoyed the outdoors. Nevarez Gutierrez' career was with the U.S. Forest Service, where he worked at the Sandia Ranger District, Cibola National Forest, for 30 years. He was a dedicated and diligent employee who was respected and admired by all Forest Service personnel who knew him. Nevarez led a humble life as a true gentleman and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He was always a devoted and beloved husband, father, and grandfather. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, October 16, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at Hoffmantown Church, 8888 Harper Road NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. A reception will follow the service. A private interment will be held at a later date. The family would like to extend their appreciation to Presbyterian Hospice for their care and compassion. Those who wish to express condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Nevarez's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010