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Julio Chavez Obituary

JULIO CHAVEZ Julio Chavez, 85, of Santa Fe, passed away Saturday, October 26, 2013 surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Rafaelita Larranaga Chavez. Born in Ojo De La Vaca, he was the son of the Late Julio Chavez and Juanita Rael. Mr. Chavez was a US Army Veteran serving in both the Korean War and in World War II, in the 240th Artillery, where he earned several metals including; The Purple Heart, Meritorious Service Medal and the Distinguished Service Medal. Before becoming a groundskeeper for the National Guard Armory in Santa Fe, and retiring after 31 years, he enjoyed hunting, woodwork, home projects, music and camping. He is survived by his loving wife, Rafaelita; his devoted children; Michael Chavez, Ben Chavez (De'Ann), Julio Chavez, Joanne Gianardi (Mark), Carmella Flores (Leonard) and Cathy Chavez. He is also survived by his cherished 13 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 30, 2013 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Berardinelli Family Funeral Service. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, October 31, 2013 at 12:45 PM at Berardinelli Family Funeral Service with burial to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Serving as Pallbearers, grandsons; David Yardman, Ben Chavez, Jr., Doug Chavez, Craig Chavez, Jeff Chavez, Jeremy Chavez and Anthony Chavez. Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600 Please sign our guestbook for the family at: www.berardinellifuneralhome.com

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Oct. 29 to Nov. 1, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
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February 8, 2014

Happy Birthday poppi! I love & miss you very much!

Carmella Chavez-Flores

November 26, 2013

Poppy, know that I love and miss you very much!!

Grace Pena

November 4, 2013

Rafelita and famiy; I am so sorry I id otknoe until everything as over. My husband was in aaaaaahear Hospitlal in Aluquerque.. May godgrantyou peace and tranquily in this difficult time. Blessings .Grace Ortega

November 1, 2013

Poppy I love and miss you so much! Rest in peace!

Regina Sena

November 1, 2013

Lita my prayers are with you and your Family.God bless you!

Marlene Nakamura

October 31, 2013

Dear Joanne and family. I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family. Love you, the Nakamura's

Karan Sandoval

October 30, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the Chavez Family. You're in my prayers.

Susan Baca

October 30, 2013

Joanne, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. My prayers go out to yopu and your Fanily

Margaret Herrera

October 30, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the Chavez family during this time. Lita, Carmella and David I am so very sorry for your loss. I love you all very much.

Terri Velasquez

October 30, 2013

Our condolences go out to the Chavez family during this very difficult time.

Terri Velasquez& Family

Lindsey Wilson

October 29, 2013

Carmella,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow.

Brenda Frye

October 29, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Donna Nelson

October 29, 2013

Sorry for your loss. My prayers and thought goes out to you and your family during this time of need.

Oliver Benavidez

October 29, 2013

To the entire Chavez family...may you find peace and understanding, in this difficult time. God Bless...

Janice Fordham

October 29, 2013

Carmella and family,
My sincerest condolences to you and your family. May God comfort you give you strength during this difficult time. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Nanse Chavez

October 29, 2013

Dearest Raphaelita Cathy Csrmela and brothers, and families. May God bless you in your time of loss. Thinking of you
Peace
Nanse Chavez

Ellie Lopez

October 29, 2013

Dearest Lita and all of your family, we are so sorry to hear that Julio has passed on. Our hearts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. We love you and pray that our Lord Jesus will keep you strong and help you. Love, Mike and Ellie Lopez

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