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CHAVEZ -- Emma M. Chavez, age 78, was born August 12, 1932 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She passed away peacefully, Sunday, January 16, 2011 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Emma was an Ecumenical Minister and dedicated, long time member of San Ignacio Catholic Church where her active participation in the things of God included her being a member of the Choir, being a Religious Educator, a Fiesta Committee Member, Mayordomo, Parish Secretary, Party Coordinator, and member of the Rosary Group, just to name a few. As well, Eddie and Emma were recipients of the St. Francis of Assisi Award in 2007, presented by the Archbishop of Santa Fe. These were many of the things Emma was so proud of and what made her such a wonderful lady who will be greatly missed by her family and friends. In December, Eddie and Emma celebrated 55 years of marriage. Emma graduated from St. Mary's, class of 1951. Her career in banking began at First National Bank in Albuquerque, as well as Bank of New Mexico, Bank West and Fidelity National Bank. Her hobbies included sewing, quilting, needle craft, traveling and spending time with her family. Emma was preceded in death by her son Eugene "Gino" Chavez; her father, Roman Montoya; her mother, Theresa Montoya; sisters, Helen Cortez, Edwina Gomez and Marcella Duran and by her brother, Orlando "Reno" Montoya. She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Eddie Buddy Chavez; daughter, Eileen A. Armijo and husband Adrian; sons, Eric A. Chavez and life partner, Bennie Pacheco, Edward A. Chavez and wife Sandra Sosa; brother, Elias Toad Montoya; sisters, Ellen J. Rico, Lillian Salazar and Priscilla Miller; many other family members and friends who will miss her greatly. Services were held at San Ignacio Catholic Church, 1300 Walter NE., on Wednesday, January 19, 2011, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Burial followed at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers were Adrian Armijo, Bennie Pacheco, Robert Cortez, Anthony Duran, Edward Sena and Robert Lucero. Honorary pallbearers were Anthony Chavez and Michael Aguirre. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Thu January 20, 2011