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Larry Chambels Obituary

LARRY CHAMBLES Age 70, died Friday afternoon following a tragic car accident. Larry is survived by his wife Linde, son John, daughter Hattie, her husband Shane Kuper and their beloved granddaughters, Devin, Danielle, and Diedre. He is also survived by brother Ron Chambles, and sister Margaret Reese. Larry married Linde, his high school sweetheart on November 23, 1966. As an Orthodontist Larry served Santa Fe and surrounding areas for close to 40 years. He loved golfing and flying with family and friends. He served in the Public Health Service helping people in Alaska and New Mexico. He participated in the Villa Therese Orthodontic Program from its inception in the late 1970's. The Chambles Family greatly appreciates all the Doctors, St. Vincent Hospital, and First Responders. A memorial service will he held on Wednesday February 12th at Santa Maria de la Paz Chruch at 12pm with a lunch reception to follow. In lieu of flowers please make donations in Larry's name To Villa Therese Catholic Clinic www.vtccsf.org or Mail your donation to: VTCCSF 219 Cathedral Place, Santa Fe, NM 87501. Rivera Family Funerals and Cremations, 417 East Rodeo Rd., Santa Fe, NM 87505, Phone: (505) 989-7032, Fax: (505) 820-0435, santafefuneraloption.com

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Feb. 10 to Feb. 12, 2014.

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Brigid Brennan Powell

February 17, 2014

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

Mary Berry

February 14, 2014

Larry, a Renaissance man who thrived in the Age of Technology and Aviation! Your talents,boundless energy, commitment to family & friends, and compassionate nature (served with a side of common sense) amused and amazed all of us who love you. What a wise man to have chosen Miss Linde as your bride and life partner - genius! We are flooded with memories and affection and wish there could be more.....Love, peace, and courage for all.

Ellen and Bruce Herr

February 14, 2014

We are thinking of you at this time of sorrow and hope that you will find peace and comfort in the beautiful life you created together.

Jerry Jones

February 13, 2014

Linde and family, I have been out of town and just heard of Larry's passing.
I am so sorry for your loss. So many great times and memories of being with
Larry!! Please know you all are in my
thoughts and prayers.
Jerry Jones

Sr. Rochelle Perrier

February 13, 2014

Dear Linde, family and friends,
You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve the loss and celebrate the life of your loved one.

Sister Rochelle Perrier, Chaplain
Christus St. Vincent Hospital

Raymond and Dolores Herrera

February 12, 2014

Dear Chambels Family, Our condolences and prayers are with you and your family as we share this tragic time with you.
The family of Colette Tiner

February 12, 2014

Linde, our deepest sympathies to you and the family for this tragic lost. Hope to see you soon.
Susan & Charlie Donham

February 12, 2014

Linde, our deepest condolences to you and your family. You are in our thoughts. Kay and Dow

Judy Settle

February 12, 2014

Dearest Linde,

You are in my thoughts and prayers at this terrible time. May God comfort you in your loss.

Jim Maxon

February 11, 2014

James, Melanie, and I are saddened by Larry's passing. We have many fond memories of the times we spent together with all of you back in the 80s and 90s.
May God give you comfort and strength as you both celebrate Larry's life and mourn his loss.

February 11, 2014

Linde -- so VERY sorry for your loss. All best, Ken Brooks

Mack & Debbie Owen

February 11, 2014

Our lives were so enriched by his joyful presence ! We love you Larry & Linde ! May God be with us all as we try to understand ...

February 11, 2014

Enjoyed Larry's "can do" attitude in everything, even in the perfection of his golf game. A generous heart will not be forgotten. RIP Fr. Ricardo Russo

Theresa Varela

February 11, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the entire Chambles family. Dr. Chambles was my orthodontist, as well as my siblings and many other relatives. Somehow he made those orthodontic visits fun with his kindness, patience and humor. I am so sorry to hear of his passing.

February 10, 2014

Linde, I am so sorry. I enjoyed the reunion with you both and I cherish the time Larry and I drove the SSR. He helped me buy the car from Ron. He had such vitality and always interested in others. Thank you for sharing your precious time with me. Scott Charlton

Susan Betts

February 10, 2014

I had the great honor of working for Dr. Chambles many moons ago. Many happy memories of driving to the Las Vegas office listening to Dancing Queen .The world is a better place for all the people this great man helped. Dearest Lindie , John. Hattie and family my deepest condolences to you all.

February 10, 2014

Linde and family:
Bryan and I are heartbroken for all of you. There are no words that make a difference. Just know how much we and so many others are holding you in our hearts. Larry was one of the greats!

Bryan and Judy

February 10, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to you. We are so saddened to hear this news.

Marty and Tom Kieffer

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