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Carlos Alfaro Obituary
ALFARO CARLOS M. ALFARO The Montgomery County Career Fire Fighters Association, IAFF Local 1664, regretfully announces the passing of Retired Brother Carlos M. Alfaro on July 2, 2009. Brother Alfaro was appointed to the Silver Spring Fire Department on August 10, 1975 and retired from the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service on May 8, 2009. On Tuesday July 7, 2009, viewing from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., with Fire Department Memorial Service at 7 p.m. at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 70 University Blvd East, Silver Spring, MD 20901, where funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 8, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. John J. Sparks, President
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for Carlos Alfaro
Sponsored by Norma, Eliana, Steve, Karina, Alessandra, Sebastian and Valentina.
John Hardy
August 2, 2009
Norma,John and I were very sorry to hear of the loss of Carlos. If we had seen it in our mail we truly would have been there to support your loss of him. John and i thought a lot of Carlos and ours prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family. I will get in touch with you soon.
Miguel Gallegos
July 23, 2009
Norma:
Recibe las condolencias de mi familia y el mio propio, Carlos fue y es un gran hombre, con mucho amor por el servicio a los demas, sin conocerlos. Agradesco a la vida haber conocido a Carlos y saber de su valor como padre, esposo y bombero.
Tu sabes que dios lo tiene a su diestra.
UN fuerte abrazo a la distancia
July 18, 2009
My introduction to Carlos was at 1 Engine when Medic 31 was the EMS unit running out of there. Carlos was being oriented to the wagon when he slipped off, whacking his head. Initially unconscious, we collared and boarded him. In the medic unit he came to. I still remember vividly every 2-3 minutes him asking "where am I?." Fortunately for all of us, he found himself in the fire & rescue service family for the rest of his life. Vaya con dios mi amigo. May your family be comforted by the love and grace of the Lords.
Robert Molyneaux
Life member, Wheaton Volunteer Rescue Squad
Paco Meléndez
July 16, 2009
Prima :
recibe nuestras condolencias en este momento que te toca vivir, ten fuerza para seguir adelante.
Paco , Lili, Fiorella Gisella, Luis Fernando
July 11, 2009
Neil Gonzalez
July 10, 2009
To Mrs. Norma Alfaro,
I am sorry to hear about your husband. I have not been in the DC area for about 20 years but I happen to come across a newspaper today and saw an article about your husband as I am in town. I recognized the name but not because I knew your husband but because I knew your son. You see I used to go to school with him at Eastern Intermediate and I also lived at Knob Hill Apts back in the 80's. Your son was one of my best friends during 7th and 8th grade and I never saw him after that but maybe once. As I read this article I saw that your son passed away 2 years ago and very touched about it as I have always wondered throughout the years about him. He was one of the nicest guys I have ever known. You may not read this but just wanted to extend my prayers out to you at this most grieving time. God Bless you.
Neil Gonzalez
Manuel Diez Canseco
July 10, 2009
hasta ahora nadie cree que te haigas ido tio carlos , descansa en paz no es justa la vida primero mi primo ahora usted tio pensar que solo dias atras estubo con toda la familia para el dia del padre y llego a ver a su ahijada carolina, desde arriba cuiden a tia norma y a la familia Manuel Diez canseco
Cindy Tombini
July 9, 2009
I cant believe that your gone. its unrealistic to me. i will always remember the times that you would drive me and karina places like the movies. I also wont forget the way u snored while you slept in the hotel room in ocean city about a year ago:) you will be missed so much . rest in peace papi carlos!
John P. Kay
July 8, 2009
I am saddend to hear about Carlos. I have many fond memories of him from my early years in the fire service. He was a mentor to me and many others. I still tell people about his tendancy to make HOT food for every meal. He was a good cook, a great fire fighter and an exceptional man.
Wilson Barreto
July 8, 2009
I will never forget the first time we met and we started speaking Spanish to each other. You actually helped me with my broken Puerto Rican spanish.I believe we were two of the very few Spanish speaking firefighters in the county and we did our share of interpreting at many fire and rescue calls. As I think back I can recall your heavy accent,smile and laughter along with your unique "swagger". I appreciated the fact that you had a vision for your future and you didn't let anything stand in your way. We parted ways when I joined the Metropolitan Police Dept. and you the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue. What I realized later is that we both became involved in Organizations involving Hispanics, me with the Spanish Police Officers and you with the Spanish Firefighters. You were truly a kind understanding and caring man with your family and Lord as priorities in your life. You will be sorely missed. Your rewards are truly in heaven. God bless your family during these trying times and may the Lord bring them peace.
Patricia Alfaro
July 8, 2009
A mi hermano querido, fue como un padre para mi siempre me engrio y me me demostro lo mucho que me queria.
Fue un hermano ejemplar,`lo voy a extranar mucho. Te quiero y siempre te llevare en mi corazon tu hermana Patty.
Michael Roberts
July 8, 2009
I was sorry to hear of Carlos' passing. Michael Roberts, S.S.V.F.D.
MICHAEL DEVORE
July 8, 2009
DEAR CARLOS, LET'S CO GET A TALL BOY. THIS WAS OUR GREETING TO EACH OTHER STARTING BACK WHEN HE FIRST JOINED TAKOMA PARK VFD. HE WAS MY FRIEND AND I WILL MISS HIM.
Chris & Beth Jeffries
July 8, 2009
We will miss Carlos as a friend and neighbor. We are praying for his wife and family.
Concepción Gallo
July 8, 2009
Hemos recibido con mucho dolor la partida de nuestro hermano Carlitos. Sus tíos Julia, Georgina, Claudina, Regina y Máximo, primos y sobrinos se unen al dolor de su esposa, hija, nieta, hermanos y familiares que los acompañaron de cerca en su partida al Reino de Dios, y elevan sus oraciones para que Dios les otorgue fortaleza y consuelo.
Carlitos, queda en nuestro corazón el mejor de los recuerdos por el amor que supiste brindar a todos los que nos acompañaste en este corto camino de la vida.
Concepción Gallo, Perú
Lily Melendez e hijo
July 8, 2009
Es dificil encontrar las palabras adecuadas para reconfortarlos, solo nuestra fe en Dios y el tiempo nos ayudaran a entender estas duras pruebas. Se que Carlos estara con ustedes siempre y sera recordado por todos con mucho cariño y respeto. Que Dios lo tenga en su gloria.
Richard Collins
July 7, 2009
I was saddened to hear of Carlos passing; he was a wonderful man. My brother, John Collins, has often mentioned his many accomplishments in the Fire Service, and it has lost a great person. I wish that I had known him a longer time. We will keep his family in our prayers.
Richard Collins
July 7, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss.
May the peace of the Lord be with you all, both now and always.
Wayne & Sharon Herbert
Tom & Colleen Wilkins
July 7, 2009
We will always remember and cherish Carlos's life. His smile, his knowing wink, his professionalism, his character. No matter what the call was, no matter what his role was at the time, it was always good to see him on the scene. We loved teasing him about his 'accent' and he loved teasing 'us' right back! Thanks for the memories, Carlos!
(WVRS-Life Members)
ROCIO MCFARLAND
July 7, 2009
TIO CARLOS Y MI FAMILIA COMAPARTIMOS MUCHOS LINDOS MOMENTOS SE QUE ESTA DESCANSANDO EN PAZ Y SABE QUE SIEMPRE ESTARA PRESENTE EN NUESTROS CORAZONES
ROCIO MCFARLAND
Jonathan Binstock
July 7, 2009
I was saddened to hear of Carlos's passing while on duty at One Engine on the 2nd. Never a bad bone in his body and always had a compliment accompanied with a back slap. Silver Spring and Montgomery County have lost one of their finest. See you at the big one brother.
Sharon Otto, RN
July 7, 2009
I was very saddeded to hear that Mr. Alfaro had passed. He was a true gentleman and approached the world with love in his heart. I will keep his family as well as him in my thoughts and prayers.
Hector Melendez
July 7, 2009
For many years our families have joined and shared so many happy moments ;now we remember those days and we are glad we did it. A great cousin and a good friend.We will always remember you.Our sincere condolences to our cousin Norma, Eliana and Carlos brothers and sisters.May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Hector,Coral,Stephanie and Audrey
Maria Drijas
July 7, 2009
I was saddened to hear about your loss. I know how difficult this must be for all of you. Carlos was a kind, gentle and caring person. Know he's at peace and watching over us with my mom and dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers, he will be missed.
All our love, Edwin, Maria and Family
Norma Luna Swasey
July 7, 2009
Queridas Norma y Elianita, siento mucho la partida de Carlos en nombre de mi familia reciban un fuertísimo abrazo.
Janie Moltrup
July 7, 2009
Celebrate life and live every day, this is what I saw with Carlos. No matter how many days, months and years passed between our crossing paths he was always a friend. His love of the family he was blessed with and the people he worked with Carlos always was giving and encouraging to them. I will always keep his life and friendship close to my heart. I am glad to have known and worked with him in my life.
Many blessings to Norma and Elianna and the rest of Carlo's family, he is surely going to be missed. His spirit will live in the memories of those who loved him.
July 7, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Alfaro family for the loss of Carlos. The men and women of the College Park Volunteer Fire Department (Prince George's County) always appreciated his many contributions to the fire service, expecially those associated with the MSFA. He was always friendly and professional and willing to help when asked. He loved his family, his work and the fire service.
Th men and women of the College Park Volunteer Fire Department
Diane Castrillon
July 6, 2009
It seems like yesterday we could hear your laugh as you joked around with us. However, your smile is something that will never be forgotten. We love you so much and are always thinking of you. You were and always will be a special person in our hearts. A brother, an uncle, and a true friend. So many memories that will be cherished for a lifetime. Te queremos siempre.
-Tu hermana Monina, sobrina Diana, y sobrenito Danilo
Lourdes garcia
July 6, 2009
mi tio fue una de las mejores personas que he conocido, con el cual podias tener la certeza que podia aconsejarte de la mejor manera y al cual vi muchas veces como un padre. Pese a la distancia ha dejado un gran vacio entre nosotros, ese carisma, ese caracter fuerte siempre va a ser recordado con alegria.
te queremos muchooo y siempre vas a estar presente en nuestros corazones y pensamientos.
July 6, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss, he fought for so long, but now he suffers no more. Time will ease your grief. Now you have another angel watching over your family.
With Much Love, Monica and Michaela
JORGE ALFARO
July 6, 2009
CARLOS,HAS DEJADO UN PROFUNDO VACIO EN LA FAMILIA,TE VOY A EXTRANAR MUCHO,ME VAS A HACER MUCHA FALTA,ES QUE TE QUIERO TANTO HERMANITO,QUE ME DA COLRA NO PODERLO DICHO MAS SEGUIDO,DESCANSA EN PAZ Y SEE YOU LATER,TU HERMANO,JORGE
July 6, 2009
July 6. 2009
To all of the Alfaro family please accept our sincerest sympathy in the passing of our friend, Carlos Alfaro, Sr. We have many memories of fire department activities and family events. Be assured of our prayers.
May God give him rest.
F. Tom Claxton and Family
Coral Barrientos
July 6, 2009
Norma, Eliana, Steve, Karina and the babies, we are sorry for the lost of Carlos our cousin, please know we are with you in spirit our thoughts and prayers go to you and the family. Carlos will always be alive in our hearts and his profound and sencere friendship will never be forgotten.
He was a dedicated worker, father, grandfather and a good friend I certainly believe God will receive him in his arms.
We will never forget you Carlos,
Coral,Stephanie,Audrey and Hector.
Ed Davis
July 6, 2009
Carlos was my best friend and to our National Association Of Hispanic Firefighters. He was one of our Founding Fathers of our association and our National Secretary for many years. We will miss him as our Brother!
God Bless!
Anna Rigizadeh
July 6, 2009
We are so sorry to hear Carlos has left this world. He was such a fine gentleman. Every time I saw him, I could count with a guaranteed smile from him. He was a sincere, kind and humble man and he'll be missed by everyone who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Andy Archuleta
July 6, 2009
July 06,2009
I met carlos at one of our National Association of Hispanic Firefighters
Conventions. I walked up to him and introduced myself instantly we became good friends. Carlos had a personality that was very magnetic and calming. We will always remember the good times that we had along with Norma and his family. Carlos is heaven now and no longer in pain and suffering. Please accept our condolances and may God Bless the Alfaro Family.
Andy and Anita Archuleta
Jorge Anaya
July 6, 2009
Carlos,
Many blessings now that you're in the hands of God.
Renee Mathena
July 6, 2009
I am another that was fortunate to know and work with Carlos in the Silver Spring area at one time. He was a dedicated fireman, and talented photographer/videographer. He had one of the most “contagious” smiles I’ve ever seen! He would always have something positive or funny to say, as well. He certainly left an impression on me, and I’ll never forget him. My condolences and deepest sympathies go out to his family and closest friends. God Bless!
Andy and Mary Kranking
July 6, 2009
Norma, Eliana, Steve, and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences at this difficult time. You have been through so much over the last several years. Carlos can now enjoy the peace of Heaven.
We have such fond memories of Carlos the career Fire Fighter and also of Carlos the wonderful Grand father. He was so special to so many.
Karina, Alessandra, Sebastian, and Valentina are so blessed to have enjoyed so much love from Carlos. This love will help carry them through their lives as they grow up into strong loving people like their grand father.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Mary, Andy, Katie, and family
Stacey Stone
July 6, 2009
I'm so sorry for your loss. He was a great man and friend to all.
Vivian Boyd
July 6, 2009
I was so honored to have known Carlos. He always made me laugh whenever I saw him. He always had photos to show me in Ocean City of something I was doing or not suppose to be doing (smile). I pray strength for the family and friends. Love ya, Vivian Morgan Boyd, LAMSFA Vice Chaplain
Tom Finnin
July 6, 2009
I had the privelege of working with Carlos. Carole and I always enjoyed seeing him and his wife at the FD banquets. He was one of the most positive people I have ever known. He will be sorely missed. My sincere condolences to the entire family.
Tizzy Mallette
July 6, 2009
It was such a honor to have been associated with the best of the best. What a wonderful person, who will truly be missed. I and the entire crew at Total Audio Visual Systems will remember Carlos always. Please except our deepest sympathy.
July 5, 2009
Without a doubt, one of the finest gentlemen that we have all ever known.
Carlos came to the Takoma Park / Silver Spring area in the early 70's and he sought a way to do something for his new community. He became a respected volunteer firefighter in Takoma Park and then, with those skills and talents, went on to serve all of Montgomery County when he accepted employement as a career firefighter. Most of those years were spent in Silver Spring mainly at Station 16. He developed in to a learned videographer and utilized those talents for the benefit of the entire fire and rescue service.
It was my honor and priviledge to have known Carlos for nearly 40 years.
To his entire family, and his many, many devoted friends, I offer my sincerest sympathy.
Pete Menedis, TPVFD
July 5, 2009
The loss of a true friend. I first met Carlos in late 1972. We were neighbors. Later, in 1973, I had the provilege of being on of the endorsers on his application for membership with Takoma Park Vol. Fire Dept. He was a dedicated family man. Carlos made many significant key enhancements to our fire service throughout his long career. Well liked,he was also well respected. We'll miss him. Bob Jarboe, TPVFD
Lee Smith
July 5, 2009
I always admired and respected Carlos as a co-worker and father. He will be missed by many. We were blessed to have shared time with him.
Carlos and Jeannette Blum
July 5, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
July 4, 2009
So sorry to hear about Carlos, I worked with him at SSFD # 16 back in 1970 . We rode the amb. together he was a great partner and the time we shared together are good memories and he was an asset to the FD May God comfort each of you; Joe Parrish
Barry Johnson
July 4, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. We will always be thankful for the time and talents Carlos shared with the Fire Department and the State Association.
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Laurel, Maryland
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