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MARIA R. CHAVEZ

1927 - 2014

MARIA R. CHAVEZ obituary, 1927-2014, McAllen, TX

BORN

1927

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Funeraria del Angel

3611 N TAYLOR RD

Mission, Texas

MARIA CHAVEZ Obituary

MARIA R. CHAVEZ PHARR - Maria R. Chavez 87, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 1, 2014 in Edinburg. Maria was born on January 17, 1927 in Pharr, Texas to Leopoldo Garza and Rosenda Gonzalez. Mrs. Chavez will be remembered by her children and those people that she touched in her life. She was compassionate, strong, caring and had tremendous inner strength to live life that demonstrated the highest qualities of a loving wife, mother, grandmother, neighbor and friend. Although she will be greatly missed by all who knew her, she will never be forgotten. She is preceded in death by her husband, Adan Chavez, her parents, Leopoldo and Rosenda Garza, and by her son Pedro Chavez. She is survived by her loving children, Aurora Chavez, Luciano Chavez, Adan Chavez, Jr., Ismael Chavez, Olga Lilia Sandoval, Arnulfo Chavez, Jose Hector Chavez and Ovi Ysquierdo. Maria is also survived by 31 grandchildren and 35 great-grandchildren. Family received friends from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. prayer service Tuesday, June 3, 2014 at Funeraria del Angel in Mission. Funeral service will be at 2 p.m., Today, Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at Funeraria del Angel in Mission. Interment will follow to Valley Memorial Gardens in Mission. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Funeraria del Angel in Mission, a Dignity Memorial provider, 3611 N. Taylor Rd. in Mission. Sign the guestbook at www.themonitor.com/obituaries.

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Published by The Monitor on Jun. 4, 2014.

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July 10, 2014

My prayers go for all the Chavez family.sincere regrets to learn of your mother's passing.I do remember her as a very strong woman.you were blessed to have her for 87 years. God bless you all .
Love
Lydia Juvera Carrillo

Lupita Vecchio Soto & Family

June 6, 2014

I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.

June 4, 2014

My deepest condolences to the Chavez family ! those we love don't go away they walk beside us everyday and keep the memory in our hearts forever .

June 4, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the Chavez family ! Death leaves a heartache no one heal, but a memory no one can steal .

Sanjuanita (Janie) Gomez

June 4, 2014

My deepest condolences and prayers to the Chavez family on the passing of their beloved Mother.

Janie, Ruben & Tim Guerra

June 4, 2014

Eva, Sarah and Ms. Martinez: our condolences on the passing of your loved one. I know how much you all cared for her and you spending the last year with her day and night will not go unnoticed by our Heavenly Father. Know that she is resting now in the loving arms of our Lord and at peace. Ms. Martinez, you have earned your place at our Lord's side by the way your took care of your mother. If you need anything please don't hesitate to call. Even if it's just to talk. Our love to you.

Sylvia Chavez

June 4, 2014

May you RIP Grandma Chavez !

Minerva VillarrealRamsey

June 3, 2014

Chita - I smile when I remember your beautiful face smiling at me....May the Lord give you rest in His arms...I have so many wonderful memories of my last visit to see everyone and you at all our family functions....Thank you for your lovely spirit that you shared with us all for so many years....Love You so..la prima de San Jose, ca.

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Jun

3

Calling hours

5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Funeraria del Angel

3611 N TAYLOR RD, Mission, TX 78573-9334

Jun

3

Prayer Service

7:00 p.m.

Funeraria del Angel

3611 N TAYLOR RD, Mission, TX 78573-9334

Jun

4

Funeral service

2:00 p.m.

Funeraria del Angel

3611 N TAYLOR RD, Mission, TX 78573-9334

Jun

4

Interment

Valley Memorial Gardens

Mission, TX

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3611 N TAYLOR RD, Mission, TX 78573-9334

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