John O. Chavez

CHAVEZ_John O. Chavez, 81, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1991, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2009. John was born June 2, 1927 the son of Jose R. and Juanita Chavez in Albuquerque, New Mexico. John was a school teacher for the Department of Defense before retiring. He was preceded in death by his wife, Pilar Chavez in 1999. John is survived by two children, Erik W. Chavez of Rio Rancho, and James R. Chavez of Albuquerque; two grandchildren, Jonathan James and Roxanne Chavez; one brother, Joseph Chavez of Las Cruces, NM; two sisters, Mary Mares and Tillie Will, both of Albuquerque; nieces and nephews, Henry, Alfred, Nellie, Mary Louise, and Emma. Pallbearers will be Joseph Will, James Will, James Chavez, Max Will, Vince Santistevan, and Theodore Barella. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in John's name to St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd., Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Arrangements are entrusted to Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 505) 892-9920