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Catanach -- Alfredo Catanach passed away on July 11, 2003, at the family residence after a prolonged illness. He was born on February 18, 1919, in Santa Fe to Leo David and Crucita Catanach who preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Amelia; daughters Evangeline Andrews and husband Ray of Pueblo, Colorado; Stephanie McDonald and husband, Louis of Corrales, NM; grandchildrenm Renee Robinson and husbandm Tim, Stacey Andrews, Ian McDonald and Kimberly McDonald; brother, John B. Catanach and wife, Rebecca; sister, Augustina McDuff and husband, Gerald; uncle, Eddie Catanach, Sr.; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Pallbearers will be Ray Andrews, Sam Catanach, Ernest Martinez, Louis McDonald, Don McDuff and Ray Velarde. Honorary pallbearers will be Ian McDonald, Tim Robinson and Tim Sepp. Alfredo graduated from St. Michael's High School in 1938. Following graduation, he began working for Public Service Company of New Mexico where he delivered electric bills by bicycle until he enlisted in the Navy on October 28, 1942. During World War II, he served in the Pacific Theater of War as a first-class radio technician. After being honorably discharged from the Navy in October 1945, Alfredo returned to work for Public Service Company where he was employed for more than 42 years as a journeyman electrician. Alfredo was an active member of Cristo Rey Catholic Church in Santa Fe and was a lector and eucharistic minister. He was also involved in many religious activities and organizations including Knights of Columbus, Union Protectivia, Faith In Action, Cursillo Movement, Marriage Enrichment and IHM Seminary Auxiliary. Following his retirement, Alfredo spent much of his time traveling with Amelia in Europe, and to visit his friends and family. The funeral mass will be celebrated at Cristo Rey Catholic Church on Wednesday, July 16, 2003 at 10:00 a.m.. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to Cristo Rey Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa Street, 984-8600.
        Published on: Wed July 16, 2003