Efrien Chavez

August 26, 1936 ~ November 4, 2021 (age 85)

OBITUARY

Chavez, Efrien Frank

Age 85, passed away Thursday, November 4, 2021. He was born in Wheatland, WY on August 26, 1936. Efrien was a devoted husband of 30 years to his wife, Mercy, a beloved father, stepfather, uncle and brother. Efrien wore many hats for his family and wore them to the fullest ability. He was a very loving, patient and caring man. Efrien was very much loved by his family, especially his grandchildren. He gave a very loving fatherly figure.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Manuel and Ramona Chavez.

Efrien is survived by his wife, Mercy Chavez; children, Efrien Dennis Chavez, Chris Alonzo, Allen Alonzo, Alex Zavala; six grandchildren; four great grandchildren; two sisters and many nieces and nephews. A Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 from 2:00-3:00 pm with a Funeral Service to follow at 3:00 pm at Strong Thorne Chapel, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. Interment to be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:15 pm on Wednesday, December 8, 2021. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.garciamortuary.com  

Garcia Mortuary

717 Stover Ave. SW

Albuquerque, NM 87102

505-243-5222

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SERVICES

VISITATION

Tuesday

November 23, 2021

2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Strong - Thorne

1100 Coal Ave. SE

Albuquerque, NM 87106

FUNERAL SERVICE

Tuesday

November 23, 2021

3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Strong - Thorne

1100 Coal Ave. SE

Albuquerque, NM 87106

INTERMENT

Wednesday

December 8, 2021

2:15 PM

Santa Fe National Cemetery

501 N Guadalupe St

Santa Fe, NM 87501