Ralph P. Chavez

1946 - 2016

Ralph P. Chavez obituary, 1946-2016, Albuquerque, NM

BORN

1946

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque

225 San Mateo NE

Albuquerque, New Mexico

Ralph Chavez Obituary

Chavez, Ralph P.

7/13/1946 - 7/3/2016



Ralph P. Chavez passed away Sunday, July 3rd, at age 69 in his home in Albuquerque, NM, surrounded by family.

He is preceded in death by his mother Lupie Chavez. His father Larry passed away the day after him on July 4th, 2016.

He is survived by long time partner of 40 years, Vincent Garcia; his daughters, Kerri (Andrew) Van Dusen and Kimberly (Christopher) Martinez; his sisters, Linda (Frank) Martinez and Mary Rita (Greg) Riewe; his grandchildren, Devon Chavez, Cameron Van Dusen, Garrett Van Dusen, Isaac Chavez, Ryan Martinez and Alyssa Martinez; and aunt, Cecelia Blea of Hayward, CA.

Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, July 12, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, 2005 N. Plaza St. NW (Old Town), Mass will follow at 10:00 a.m. Please visit our online guestbook for Ralph at

www.riversidefunerals.com .

Published by Albuquerque Journal from Jul. 8 to Jul. 10, 2016.
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you are so missed.

vince Silva

January 11, 2018

Birthdays do not end with death,
But last as long as love,
A feeling that remains alive
And one's heart still moves.
Thinking of you today, I can hear your laugh and see your big smile.
love you always...

Vince Silva

July 13, 2017

First Thanksgiving without you, missing you.

Vince Silva

November 24, 2016

Linda, Rita and families, I'm in shock about your dad and your brother passing so close to each other. I'm so sorry!I remember Ralph and you and Rita and I always hanging out at your mom and dads house. We had happy times together. May the Lord give you strength and may his love shine upon you. Love, Arlene

Arlene Sanchez

October 12, 2016

missing you.

vince garcia

August 26, 2016

Vince, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lorena Zubia-Foust

July 11, 2016

Debbie Williams

July 10, 2016

Debbie Williams

July 10, 2016

You touched so many lives in so many wonderful ways, brought love and laughter to all around you, and will be forever missed. Thank you for being that kind of special person that we all deserve in our lives. We shall meet again brother, until then, Rest In Peace.

Paul Garcia

July 8, 2016

My deepest condolences to you Vince and the Family, I pray for Love and Peace for you and the Family.

Dolores Cotinola

July 8, 2016

Your presence in our lives and the love you shared will forever be cherished. Surrounded by Angels, rest peacefully dearest Brother.

Lucia Bracken

July 8, 2016

You are now free to fly like a eagle. Thank you for filling my life with so many wonderful memories.

vince garcia

July 8, 2016

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Rosary

9:00 a.m.

San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church

2005 N. Plaza St. NW (Old Town), NM

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12

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church

2005 N. Plaza St. NW (Old Town), NM

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Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque

225 San Mateo NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108

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