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IRENE ALVAREZ Obituary
ALVAREZ
Apr. 14, 1945 – July 15, 2025
Irene Beatrice Alvarez, 80, of El Centro passed away at her home Tuesday, July 15, 2025. Irene was born on April 14, 1945, in Brawley, CA.
She was the oldest of Nicolas and Beatrice Aguirre's 8 children. The Aguirre family raised their large family at 1048 "H" St. in Brawley, CA.
Irene attended school in Brawley and grew up to be a beautiful young woman. She married Raul M. Alvarez, also from Brawley, on November 29, 1969.
Irene was a devoted wife and mother of three children. As a young woman, she was a City of El Centro employee, then an employee at Arc of Imperial Valley and subsequently an Instructional Aide for the El Centro School District. She enjoyed spending time with her family and treasured her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her wit, sense of humor and spiritedness will be greatly missed.
The viewing will be Friday, July 25, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Frye Chapel and Mortuary in Brawley. Rosary will begin at 7 p.m. Mass will be on Saturday, July 26, from 9 to 10 a.m. at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church in Brawley, 620 South Cesar Chavez Street, Brawley, CA 92227. Burial will be at Riverview Cemetery commencing at 10 a.m. at 4700 Hovley Road, Brawley, CA 92227.
Irene was preceded in death by her father, Nicolas; mother, Beatrice; sister, Arlene; brother, Johnny, and numerous aunts and uncles.
Irene is survived by her three children, Andrea Alvarez of San Diego, Angelica Alvarez of El Centro, and Raul Alvarez Jr. of Imperial - his wife Sonia Sanchez and numerous grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
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Jon Driffill
July 23, 2025
sorry to hear of irene's passing. she was a valuable part of the Lincoln school family, with a huge impact on the lives of the students.
Helen Moreno
July 21, 2025
My deepest condolences to the entire family, Irene´s wit and charismatic charm will truly be missed. R.I.P.
Mike Bobbitt
July 20, 2025
R.I.P. Mrs. Alvarez
I worked with Irene at Lincoln elementary.
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