Lorenzo "Larry" Chavez

Lorenzo “Larry” ChavezNovember 7, 1936 – June 5, 2025

Lorenzo “Larry” Chavez passed away peacefully on June 5, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was 88 years old.

Born on November 7, 1936, in Los Quartitos, New Mexico, to Guadalupe Olguin and Guadalupe Chavez. He proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps, a chapter of his life that instilled in him a deep sense of discipline and pride.

Larry cherished his roots in Los Quartitos, where he grew up roping on the family ranch. A lifelong fan of the Dallas Cowboys, and an avid golfer, Larry found joy in the simple pleasures of life. Later in life he competed in the Senior Olympics in Track and Field Games and Golf. He and his wife Delia spent their retirement at the local casino.

Larry was a devoted grandfather, and great-grandfather. He is survived by his children: Larry (Rose) Chavez, Jeannette (Gary) Tripp, and Gary (Noel) Chavez. His legacy continues through his grandchildren: Hilario (KariAnn) Chavez, Orlando (Dawn) Chavez, Marcelina (Adam) Garcia, Delia Ann (Randall) Hayden, Jennifer Gonzales, Hilaree (Joseph) Levi, Gayle (Andrew) Aho, Lawrence Chavez; 19 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren, all of whom brought immense joy to his life.

He is also survived by his siblings Norman, Clarence, George, Leroy, Patsy, Irene and Connie. Larry was preceded in death by his wife, Delia, his parents, his brothers Frank and Orlando Chavez, and daughter-in-law Sandra Gonzales.

Many thanks to Martha (Jeannie) Anaya for her dedication to our father during the last five years, your help was truly appreciated! Also, to BeeHive Homes, especially Kittie, Tristan, Briana, Natalie, and the entire staff as well as RoadRunner Hospice for their care and compassion for him and our family.

A memorial service will be held to honor his life and legacy Thursday, July 3rd, 2025. Rosary at 10:00 a.m. followed by mass at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church with the burial soon after at Vista Verde Cemetery with reception to follow.