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STEVE Age 88, went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 16, 2011. He was born on September 12, 1922 in Edgewood, NM. Steve is survived by his sons, Anthony Chavez and wife Viola, Ray Chavez and wife Mary, Bobby Chavez and wife Sylvia; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; sisters, Eloisa Montano, Sofi Lara, Ann Sanchez; and many nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Ologia; parents, Juan and Josefita Chavez; and son, Eddie Chavez. He was the proud owner of Steve Chavez Trucking but once retired he took up horse racing, he had a true passion for horses. He won the All American Futurity Race in 1995 at the Ruidoso Downs Race Track as well as many other races. Steve also loved to travel to Las Vegas, NV, where he enjoyed gambling. A Visitation will take place tomorrow at Garcia Mortuary in the Chapel of Angels from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A Rosary will be recited at Saint Thomas Aquinas Parish, 1594 Sara Rd SE, Rio Rancho, NM on Tuesday, June 21, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. followed by Mass of a Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m.; Interment to follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Steve's care has been entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM, 87102 505-243-5222
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