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Chavez -- David N.J. Chavez, D.P.A., 43, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, February 23, 1999. He is survived by his sisters, Marie Wolf of Oakridge, TN, Marcella Chavez of Zuni, NM, Clara Cresto of Gallup, Elvira Lally of Hartsville, SC and Christine Chavez-Navarro of Whittier, CA; brother, John Chavez of Albuquerque; and numerous nieces and nephews. Dr. Chavez was preceded in death by his parents, Margarito and Tomasa Chavez; and his sister, Margarita Williams. He was born and reared in Gallup and received his undergraduate degree from the University of New Mexico. He then moved to Berkley, CA. While living there, Dr. Chavez earned his Masters and Ph.D. degrees from Golden Gate University in San Francisco. He was an active volunteer and supporter of the United Farm Workers and he loved to write poetry as well. Dr. Chavez was known for his true devotion to his family and his friends. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 9:00 a.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 1800 Martha NE and Indian School Rd., with Father Florian Renaud, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Marie Antoinette Chavez, Christy Gilmore, Buck Lally, Russell Yurcic, Sonia Cresto and Rieann Chavez. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Wednesday, 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
        Published on: Wed February 24, 1999