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Obituary for CHAVEZ


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Wednesday October 10, 2012

CHAVEZ, RALPH J. age 45, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on October 8, 2012. Ralph is survived by his beloved wife, Renee; daughter, Valerie Sanchez and husband, Paul; his parents, Ernest H. and Rosanna Chavez; sisters, Arlene F. Chavez, and Elaine A. Chavez; brothers, Ronald J. Chavez and wife, Sue, Ernest H. Chavez Jr., and wife, Jonene, Randolph J. Chavez and companion, Erlinda; grandchildren, Nathaniel Sanchez, Shaylah Sanchez, and Christianna Sanchez; many aunts, uncles, brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, coworkers; and his best friend, Mickey. Ralph was preceded in death by his son, Jude Chavez; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry G. Chavez; and mother in law, Theresa Ponce. Ralph was a member of St. Anne Catholic Church, and was an employee of the City of Albuquerque, Water Authority Department. Ralph was a good young man, very giving and dedicated with a big heart. He was especially a devoted husband to his wife, and they shared everyday together as best friends and lovers. Visitation will be Thursday, October 11, 2012 at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final Visitation will be Friday, October 12, 2012 at the Church, from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Paul Sanchez, Eloy Gallegos, Andy Ponce, Ronald J. Chavez, Ernest H. Chavez Jr.. and Randolph J. Chavez. Honorary pallbearers will be Gabe Vallejos, Ramon Sanchez, and Nat Garcia. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guest book. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861