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Gilberto ALVAREZ Obituary

ALVAREZ, Gilberto Alvarado 71, Gilbert made his sudden and unexpected transition to our Holy Father on December 30, 2016. Survived by his wife of 45 years, Yolanda; children, Yvonne (Roman) Garcia and Gilbert Alvarez; grandchildren, Damian and Jacqueline Garcia and his beloved Casino; siblings, Rodrigo (Margarita) Alvarez and Gloria (Andrew) Algeria; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He served his country in the Air Force during the Vietnam conflict. After his service he worked at Duval Mines, then worked and retired from AMARC as an Aircraft Supervisor. Memorial Mass with military honors at San Xavier Mission on Saturday, January 7, 2017 at 8:30 a.m. Gathering to follow at MARTINEZ FUNERAL CHAPELS Hall, 2580 S. 6th Ave.
Published by Arizona Daily Star on Jan. 5, 2017.

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Sonia Gutierrez

February 23, 2017

Uncle Gilbert, the prankster will be the way I'll remember you. Thank you for the laughter. Yes, you were taken so soon but I know you have a few new jokes that you just couldn't wait to tell the family in heaven. I never say good bye, I only say, see you later. Love you.
God Bless

Rosa Hernandez ( Donaldson)

January 11, 2017

With deepest sympathies on your loss
May God Bless You All!

R.I.P

Phil Flores

January 9, 2017

I do remember Gilbert from Our PHS Warrior days. My heartfelt condolences to all of Gilberts circle of loved Ones. "See Ya On The Other Side Old Buddy, Rest In Peace"

anthony soza

January 9, 2017

with deepest sympathies on your loss

anthony soza

January 9, 2017

with deepest sympathy

Paul Templeton

January 9, 2017

Sorry for the loss of a fine friend. May God Bless him and all his family.

Helen Kavalec Muterspaugh

January 8, 2017

So sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you and your family -- love and thoughts from long ago and far far away

monica castro

January 8, 2017

our deepest condolences our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

George Ramos

January 6, 2017

I've heard great stories of your generosity and spirit. Thanks for raising a great son, Gilbert M. and may you rest in peace.

Cecilia Garcia

January 6, 2017

Our deepest condolences on your loss rest in peace Gilbert.

January 6, 2017

Sorry for your loss may you draw comfort from Gods word at Hosea 13:14 Sincerely. L Ohio

January 5, 2017

Our deepest condolences to the Alvarez Family from your neighbors--- the Fraijo Family

Erlinda Alegria

January 5, 2017

Tio Gilbert, will be missed dearly never ever to be forgotten. My favorite memories are Disneyland and the dying cucaracha dance, hahaha. Love you always, you will live on with us in memory and of course Casino. Linda Alegria

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