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Avalos, Claude B.
Claude B. Avalos - Pueblo Chieftain - June 14, 1999 - Claude B. Avalos, 86, passed away June 11, 1999. He was born on June 14, 1912, in Avondale. Preceded in death by his wife, Caroline- two brothers and one sister. Survived by his children, Claudette (J.C.) Grace, Ron Avalos, both of Pueblo, Jon (Phyllis) Avalos of Bailey, Colo.- 10 grandchildren, Ron (Lili) Avalos, Rhonda Avalos, Nancy Avalos, Shelli (Sergio) Marquez, Johnny Avalos, Marcus (Laurie) Grace, Chris (Alisa) Grace, Joey (Noelle) Grace, Rich(Natalie) Grace, Nick (Lisa) Grace- 14 great-grandchildren- sisters, Clorinda Miklich, and Della Hernandez. Funeral service, 1 p.m. Tuesday, Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Memorial Gardens. Private family viewing only.

Avalos, Joseph Albert Pete
Joseph Albert Pete Avalos – Pueblo Chieftain - October 12, 1997 Joseph Albert Pete Avalos, 39, of Pueblo, passed away on Oct. 10, 1997. Born Aug. 5, 1958, in Pueblo. Survived by son, Benjamin Avalos, Pueblo- daughter, Crystal Avalos, Colorado Springs- mother, Grace (Julian) Juarez, Pueblo- brothers, Eric (Angelina) Avalos and Jerry Avalos, both of Pueblo- Sisters, Terri Abeytia, Sherry Luna and Renee Avalos, all of Pueblo. Viewing, 1-5 p.m. today. Vigil rosary, 8 p.m. Monday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday, both at St. Joseph Church. Celebrant, Rev. Bob Carden. Cremation to follow.

Avalos, Larraine
Lorraine Kennaugh Avalos – Pueblo Chieftain - October 04, 1997 - Lorraine Kennaugh Avalos, of Pueblo, passed away Sept. 30, 1997. Preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Avalos. Survived by her children, Dennis (Judith) Kennaugh and Jerry (Ann) Kennaugh- four grandchildren- and five great-grandchildren. She was a member of Praise Assembly of God. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Monday, Imperial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens.

Avalos, Mary Carillo
Mary Carillo Avalos - Pueblo Chieftain - June 03, 2004 - Mary Carillo Avalos, 81, born March 26, 1923, passed away peacefully May 30, 2004. Preceded in death by parents, Anastacio and Lucy Romero Carrillo. Survived by daughter, Roberta C. (Jerry) Chavez; sister, Virginia (Mack) Romero Jr.; brother, Richard (Della) Carrillo; grandson, Tino (Jennifer) Almanza; granddaughter, Shelly Chavez; great-grandson, Logan Almanza; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mrs. Avalos was a member of St. Charles Senior Citizens Club and Latin American Club. She also enjoyed cooking fishing, car racing and boxing events. At her request, cremation. Memorial Mass, 10 a.m. Friday, Cathedral of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Mrs. Avalos was a very proud member of the foster grandparent program, and helped many children during her participation. Also preceded in death by stepfather, Nemecio Perez.

Avalos, William Joseph
William Joseph Avalos - Pueblo Chieftain - October 02, 2004 - William Joseph Avalos, 57, passed away Sept. 30, 2004. He is preceded in death by infant son, Nicholas; parents, Louise and William Avalos; brother, James Avalos; special uncle, Salvy Hernandez. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Carol; daughter, Amparo Louise Burke (Keith); brother, Paul (Mona) Mascarenas; also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews; special friends, Tony and Jack Pecoraro, Gloria Gonzales, John and Cindy Loia, Andrew (Pepe) Gomez; and very special friend “Max.” Funeral Mass, 1:30 p.m. Monday, at Christ the King Catholic Parish with interment to follow at Roselawn. Donations may be made in memory of William to the American Kidney Fund through the funeral home.

Avery, Arvald R., Sr.
Arvald R. Avery Sr. - Pueblo Chieftain - January 09, 2002 - Age 81, passed away Dec. 31, 2001. Preceded in death by daughter, Sharon Avery-Owens. Survived by loving wife of 52 years, Marjorie Grace; children, James Martin (Linda) Avery, Susan (Ted) Avery-Harvey, Roger Allen (Cinde York) Avery, Arvald R. (Cindy) Avery Jr. and Dianne (Dave) Whittemore Anderson; nine grandchildren and several great-grandchildren; brothers, Lenus (Norma) Avery and Raymond (Maryann) Avery; sisters, Alice Combellick and Helen (Warren Nelson) Sterling; numerous nieces and nephews; special friends, Frank and RoseAnn Disanti, Robert and Ruth Hudgens, Bernard and Kitty Schubert and Robert and Rosanne Swope. Arvald was an Army veteran of WWII in the European and North African campaigns. After serving 30 years of service, he retired from the Pueblo Police Department in 1975. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge No. 95, BPO Elks Lodge No. 90 and the Pueblo Police Benevolent Association. Memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 11, 2002, at T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. Graveside services to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Honors by the Pueblo Police Department and Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pueblo Police Widows and Orphans Fund through the funeral home.

Avery, Beryl Jean
Beryl Jean Avery - Pueblo Chieftain - November 07, 2003 - Beryl Jean Avery, 76, joined her loved ones in heaven on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2003. Born Aug. 24, 1927, in Reading Berkshire, England. Preceded in death by husband, L.C. Avery; and great-grandson, Austin Huren. Beryl leaves to cherish her memory, her children, Rosemary Brooks Hensley and Linda Biondolillo; grandchildren, Julie (Michael) Alcala, Pam Huren; great-grandchildren, Chelsea Hensley, Kolten Huren, Kendyl and Riley Alcala; special cousin, Simon Frankum; brothers and sister and family in England, as well as numerous special friends. Beryl always had a passion for her true home England, as well as a love for Princess Diana. She will be sadly missed and always remembered for the love and never-ending support she showed to her family, her friendliness to others, the way she made friends wherever she went and her special ability to share her life, charm and grace with those who came in contact with her. At Beryl's request, cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held in her honor at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2003, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel.

Avery, Kenneth
Kenneth Avery - Pueblo Chieftain - April 19, 1999 - Kenneth Avery, 90, of Pueblo, passed away April 17, 1999. Preceded in death by loving wife of 41 years, Mary Bernadine Avery, 1981- and son, Robert B. Avery, 1986. He is survived by grandsons, Daniel Avery, Denver, and Mark Avery, Greeley- daughter-in-law, Penny Mason, Pueblo- sisters, Mary Jane (Carl) Frantz, Albuquerque, N.M., Ruth Richards, Fort Collins, and Grace Connor, Kansas City, Mo. Mr. Avery retired from the Pueblo Army Depot and was a lifetime member of the BPOE No. 90. Funeral service, Tuesday, April 20, 1999, 10 a.m., T. G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. Interment to follow, Roselawn Cemetery. Family may be contacted at 65 Villa Drive.

Avery, Landon Hugh
Landon Hugh Avery - Pueblo Chieftain - May 22, 2001 - Landon Hugh Avery, 90, went to be with the Lord May 22, 2001. Preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Emmer Avery, and by his brothers and sisters. He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Mary Lynn Avery, Pueblo; sons, Landon Lane Avery of Pueblo and Ralph L. (Carol) Terry, La Junta, Colo.; daughters, Oralea (Gary) Tensley and Linda Henson, both of Pueblo; and by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Mr. Avery was a veteran of World War II and received the Purple Heart, the EAME Campaign Medal with two Bronze Stars, the World War II Victory Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. He retired from CF&I after 33 years as a crane operator. He will be remembered as a very dedicated husband, father and grandfather. Visitation, 1 to 7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Thursday, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel, with interment to follow at Imperial Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice.

Avery, Marjorie
Marjorie Blatnik Avery - Pueblo Chieftain - June 30, 2002 Marjorie Blatnik Avery, 84, passed away June 29, 2002. Preceded in death by husband, Arvald Richard Avery Sr.; daughter, Sharron Avery-Owens; and brothers, Zelman Blatnik, Ralph Blatnik and Chuck Blatnik. Survived by children, James Martin (Linda) Avery, M. Susan (Ted) Avery-Harvey, Roger Allen (Cinde York) Avery, Richard (Cindy) Avery and Dianna (Dave) Whittemore-Anderson; nine grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; special friends, Betty Hedenskog, Opal Harvey, Robert and Rosanne Swope, and Frank and Rose Ann Disanti. Marjorie received her teaching credentials from Greeley Teachers College (now UNC). She was a teacher of drama and English at Centennial High School and Keating Junior High School; and she also taught at a one-room school in the mountains during WWII. Marjorie traveled nationwide and recruited new members for Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. Memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 3, at First United Methodist Church, 11th and Court. Graveside services to follow at Roselawn Cemetery.

Avery, Mary Lou
Mary Lou Avery - Pueblo Chieftain - September 17, 1999 - Mary Lou Avery, 70, of Pueblo, passed away Sept. 15, 1999. Born in Benjamin, Texas, Nov. 6, 1928. She was a 15-year member of the Eagles Auxiliary No. 145. Mary lived for her family and will long be remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Survived by her husband of 27 years, Lenus Avery; children, Michael Dean Avery, Kathy Bohannon; stepchildren, Gerald (Antoinette) Avery, Cheryl Avery-Gruse; brother, Bobby (Ann) Jackson, Round Lake Beach, Ill.; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceded in death by her father, mother, brother, Jessie Finton, Jackson, Ill. Visitation at the funeral home from 1-5 p.m. on Friday. Funeral service, 11 a.m. Saturday at Adrian Comer Garden Chapel with interment at Imperial Memorial Gardens. The family suggests that any contributions be made to the Eagles Auxiliary No. 145 in memory of Mary Avery.

Avery, Robert J.
Robert J. Avery - Pueblo Chieftain - September 29, 1998 - Robert J. Avery, 71, passed away Sept. 24, 1998. Funeral services, 2 p.m. today, at the Peacock-Wood Chapel. Interment, Riverside Cemetery. Visitation until service time today. [No other information available.]

Avery, Sophia L.
Sophia L. Avery - Pueblo Chieftain - October 31, 2002 - Sophia L. Avery passed away Oct. 29, 2002. She is survived by her daughters, sons-in-law and grandchildren. Graveside service, 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 4 at Mountain View Cemetery. [No additional information available.]

Avila, Joe Orlando
Joe Orlando Avila - Pueblo Chieftain - October 28, 1998 - Joe Orlando Avila, 65, passed away Oct. 25, 1998, in Albuquerque, N.M. A former Pueblo resident, Mr. Avila was born Aug. 10, 1933, in Alamosa. He was a commercial painter for the federal government. Survived by his wife, Leonarda Lynn" Montoya Avila, Albuquerque- children, Virginia (Luis) Molina, Pueblo, Joe Orlando Avila Jr., Los Angeles, Calif., Dr. Robert (Kellie) Avila, Fort Worth, Texas- stepchildren, Odette (Angel) Medrano, Victor (Marcela) Rivas, all of Grand Island, Neb., Joan (Edward) Chavez, Poncas City, Okla., Eugene Rivas, Los Lunas, N.M.- a brother, Jesse Avila, Denver- four grandchildren, Anna Marie (Manuel) Hernandez, Michelle Renee Avila, Anthony Christopher Avila, Joe Leonard (Natalie) Avila- seven step grandchildren- one great-grandchild, Melissa Avila- one step great-grandchild. Survived also by his former wife, Rose Avila Solis, Pueblo- numerous other relatives and friends. Mr. Avila is preceded in death by his parents, Jose Rudolpho and Mary Sanchez Avila. Visitation, noon until 7 p.m. today, Angelus Chapel. Both services, St. Joseph Catholic Church. Vigil service, 8 p.m. Thursday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Friday, Rev. Robert Carden, celebrant. Interment, Roselawn. The Avila family will receive friends at the Zaragoza Hall following the burial rites.

Avila, Mary D.
Mary D. Avila - Pueblo Chieftain - January 29, 2003 - Mary D. Avila, 92, affectionately known as "Grandma Minnie," went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2003. She is preceded in death by her husband, Alfonso; one son, Alfredo; three daughters, Mary, Madeline and Madelyn. She leaves to cherish her memory, her children, Sam (Rose) Avila, Aguilar, Alice (Manuel) Montoya, Denver, Manuel Avila, Pueblo, Bill (Virginia) Avila, Pueblo, Leo (Pat) Avila, Aguilar; 16 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Mary Santos Aragon; a half-sister, Rita Baca; and numerous other relatives and friends. Mary will be greatly remembered for always opening her home, and her preparation of great meals for everyone, along with the baby blankets she made for each grandchild. Viewing will be held, 3 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30, 2003, with a memorial service that night at 7 p.m. at Adrian Comer Garden Chapel. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 31, 2003, at Aguilar Community Church. Interment, Aguilar K.P. Cemetery; Pastor Roman Ortiz, officiating.

Avila, Virginia
Virginia Avila - Pueblo Chieftain - February 14, 2006 - Virginia Avila, 57, passed away Feb. 11, 2006. She was preceded in death by her parents, Manuel and Dora Casados; brothers, Manuel, Robert, Jake, Roy and Jesse Casados. Virginia is survived by her husband of 38 years, William “Bill”; her children, Ruben, David, Mario (Shannon) Avila and Marlene (Al) Valdez; grandchildren, Marissa, Aaron, Andrew, Devon and Antonio; goddaughters, Sandy and Erika; sisters, Marie (Roy) Meigs and Mary Casados; brothers, Pat, Joe (Kelly), Danny (Valerie), Phil (Lorraine), Joe (Diane), Luis and Bobby Casados. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephew and other relatives. Memorial service, 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 17, 2006, Adrian Comer Garden Chapel.

Avina, Conception
Conception Avina - Pueblo Chieftain - June 11, 1999 - Conception Avina, 88, of Pueblo, passed away June 9, 1999. Born Dec. 8, 1910, in San Felipe, GTO, Mexico. Preceded in death by her husband, Jesus Avina- two sons, Pete and Ignacio Avina- one daughter, Josephine Avina- her parents, Ignacio and Ramona Ortiz Soto- one brother, Salvador Soto- and one sister, Mary Munoz. Survived by son, Jesus (Delphine) Avina, Pueblo- daughters, Adeline Lucero, San Jose, Calif., Jennie Salas, Pueblo, Connie Martin, Pueblo, and Julia Cassiano, El Paso, Texas- brothers, Manuel Soto, John (Dora) Soto and Pete (Esther) Soto, all of Pueblo- 19 grandchildren, 29great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Conception was a member of Pleasure Sewing Circle and enjoyed the time she spent with her children and grandchildren. She was a devoted loving mother and grandmother. Viewing, 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday and Monday at Romero Chapel. Vigil rosary, 7 p.m. Monday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday. Both services at St. Leander Church, Rev. Ed Nunez, celebrant. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. Relatives and friends will be received at St. Leander Church Hall after the interment.

Avis, Robert Michael
Robert Michael Avis - Pueblo Chieftain - April 11, 2003 - Robert Michael Avis, 39, formerly of Pueblo, passed away April 9, 2003, in Tulsa, Okla. Survived by his parents, James and Rosemarie Avis; brothers and sisters, James T. (Martha) Avis, Michele Avis, Maureen (Thomas) Carara, Thomas P. (Candace) Avis, Mary Margaret (Rickey) Parker, Michael Scott (Sheri) Avis; special loving friend, Gloria Esquivel; eight nieces and nephews. Viewing, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Monday, St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, Pueblo West. Cremation, Imperial Crematory.

Awbrey, Esther B.
Esther B. Awbrey - Pueblo Chieftain - May 26, 1998 - Esther B. Awbrey passed away May 25, 1998. Born July 15, 1909, in Burlington Jct., Mo., to Orville and Dora (Leonard) Younger. She moved to Pueblo with her family in 1921. On May 21, 1924, she married Jack Awbrey. They had 74 years together. Pueblo was her home until 1967 when they moved to Florence. She is survived by her husband and her daughter, Lucille (Erdst) Duke of Florence; grandchildren, Vicki (George) Uhland, Florence, Deanna (Robert) Alexander, Phoenix, Ariz., Leanna Giltner, Tucson, Ariz., Ron Duke, Evergreen, Turene (Gene) Lombard, Rodney (Rita) Pike, both of Pueblo, Laurene (Michael) Trujillo, Pueblo West, Susan (Ed) Ramsey, Lonnie Awbrey; and daughter-in-law, Helen Awbrey, all of Vista, Calif.; sisters, Cora (Harold) Lane, Marie Cox, both of Pueblo, Florence Dyke, Colorado Springs; and brother, Rev. Dewey Younger, Norco, Calif. She is also survived by 18 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; and a very special friend, Anne Rumsley. Esther is predeceased by her parents and two sons, Don and Jack; sister, Bessie; and two great-grandsons, Ian Alexander and Rodd Pike. She was a life member of Pueblo Art Guild and Florence Elkettes. She worked for Broome Bros. Camera Shop, seamstress and an avid artist. She will be remembered by her gifts of special paintings for her family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Florence Volunteer Fire Department in her memory. Funeral service, 10 a.m. Friday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery.

Awbrey, Jack Floyd
Jack Floyd Awbrey - Pueblo Chieftain - January 19, 2002 - Jack Floyd Awbrey, age 96, passed away Jan. 17, 2002. Born May 25, 1905, in Holdenville, Okla., to Christopher and Fannie Awbrey. He moved to Pueblo in 1921. On May 21, 1924, he married Esther Younger. They had 74 years together until her death in 1998. In 1967, they moved to Florence and lived there for 33 years until he moved back to Pueblo. He was predeceased by his wife, Esther; two sons, Don and Jack; two great-grandsons; five brothers and one sister. He worked for the CF&I Steel Corp. in the Electric Plant until his retirement in 1970. He is survived by his daughter, Lucille Duke of Florence; grandchildren, Vicki (George) Uhland, Ron Duke, DeAnna (Robert) Alexander, LeAnna Giltner, Turene (Gene) Lombard, Rodney (Rita) Pike, Laurene (Michael) Trujillo, Susan (Ed) Ramsey and Lonnie Awbrey. Also survived by 18 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives. Jack was an avid outdoorsman. He loved hunting, fishing and his dogs. Visitation, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, at the funeral home. Funeral service, 2:30 p.m. Monday, George McCarthy Historic Chapel. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pueblo Animal League in care of the funeral home office.

Axton, Florence
Florence Axton - Huerfano World - September 7, 1989 - This Week in La Veta History - 1930: Florence Axton, of the Anderson family from Georgia, died and was buried in the old cemetery.

Ayala, Florence V.
Florence V. Ayala - Pueblo Chieftain - April 21, 2005 - Florence V. Ayala, 65, passed away unexpectedly on April 16, 2005. Survived by her loving husband, Simon Ayala, whom she married on April 10, 1976; and loving son, Simon (Andrea) Ayala; her grandchildren, Alejandra, Aaliyah, Felicity and Chance Ayala; also survived by her siblings, Helen (Phil) Valerio, Ray Valverde, David (Mary Ellen) Valverde, Frank (Nancy) Valverde, Dolores (Carlos) Trujillo, Felia (Buck) Gwaltney. Florence was born on Dec. 6, 1939, to Rosaura Valverde, who preceded her in death along with son, Allan Burgess. She was a homemaker and baby sitter for her grandchildren. Florence touched and brightened many people throughout her life, none more than her son, Simon. Florence enjoyed spending most of her time with her four grandchildren, playing bingo and Sunday night dinners with her son and family. She will be remembered by many as a great mother, wife, grandmother, second-mother to many and great friend to all she knew. She never hesitated to offer a helping hand to anyone. Funeral service, 1 p.m. today, Christ Congregational Church, 1003 Liberty Lane, with the Rev. John Mark Hild officiating. Cremation to follow. Family will receive friends at the Zaragoza Hall, 1339 E. Routt.

Ayala, Guadalupe
Guadalupe Mendoza Ayala - Pueblo Chieftain - August 20, 2002 - Guadalupe Mendoza Ayala, 96, of Florence, died Aug. 17, 2002. She is survived by her children, Frances (Leo) Cordova, Lupie (Louis) Cortez, Nick (Tommie) Ayala, Simon (Florence) Ayala, Urban Ayala, Chris (Nancy) Ayala and Frank (Valerie) Ayala. Visitation from 4 to 7 p.m. today, Aug. 20. Rosary recitation followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21, at St. Benedict Catholic Church in Florence. Interment will follow at Union Highland Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Charles Anthony Funeral Home of Florence.

Ayala, Ignacio R.
Ignacio "Nacho" R. Ayala - Pueblo Chieftain - December 13, 1999 - Ignacio "Nacho" R. Ayala, 86, of Pueblo, went to be with the Lord, Dec. 11, 1999. Born on Feb. 18, 1913 in Durango, Mexico. Ignacio is preceded in death by three brothers, George, Felix and Luis; three sisters, Lupie, Tomasita and Frances Ayala; grandson Marty Ayala; and one granddaughter, Guanina Padilla. Survived by his beloved wife, Mary E. Ayala, of the family home; children, Donna (Mel) Padilla, Puerto Rico, Martin Ayala and George Ayala, both of Pueblo; stepson, Leandro Gonzales, Pueblo; grandchildren, Nachito and Sherry Padilla, Jennifer Ayala, Roberto Ayala and Alexandra Decesaro; two great-grandchildren; sister Gowla Ayala; and numerous nephews and nieces; and special niece, Desiree Aguero. Ignacio retired from CF&I as Crane Operator for 32 years. He loved to dance, sing, play pool, volleyball and take long walks, He also enjoyed boxing and the Broncos. Viewing, 1 to 7 p.m. today at Romero Chapel. Vigil rosary, 7 p.m. today, also at Romero Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph Church, Rev. Bob Carden, celebrant. Interment, Imperial Cemetery. Relatives and friends will be received at St. Joseph Church Hall after the interment.

Ayala, Juanita
Juanita Ayala – Pueblo Chieftain – September 10, 2006 - Juanita "Carrie" Ayala, 76, of Denver. Went home to be with the Lord on Sept. 7, 2006. Preceded in death by husband, Joaquin Ayala; parents, Fidel and Andrea Gomez; brothers, Louie Gomez and Ron Gomez; sisters, Evelyn Gomez and Ruthie Romero; grandchild, Martin Sanchez. Survived by children, Margaret (Abraham Duran) Ayala, William (Rose) Ayala, Rosita (Richard) Coca, Felix Ayala and Andrea Ayala; brothers, Tony Gomez, Lawrence Gomez, Dente Gomez, Michael Gomez and Fred Gomez; sisters, Trinidad Roybal and Tina Rivers; 14 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren. Viewing prior to service. Vigil Rosary 7 p.m. Monday at Romero Chapel. Funeral Mass 11 a.m. Tuesday at Sacred Heart Church, Avondale. Interment at Huerfano Cemetery. Relatives and friends will be received at Jesusita's home, 2309 Poplar St., prior to services and Sacred Heart Hall after interment.

Ayala, Maria Elvira
Maria Elvira "Vito" Ayala - Pueblo Chieftain - August 11, 2004 - Maria Elvira "Vito" Ayala born Aug. 25, 1941, returned to God Aug. 8, 2004. Survived by husband, Alfonso A. Ayala; children, Alfonso G. Ayala, Benito P. Ayala, Leroy N. Ayala and Geraldine G. (Bartlett) Crosswhite; 14 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; mother, Margaret Granillo; eight sisters and four brothers; and special friend, Helen Quintana. Our special thanks to Trini Rivera and Jenny Marquez. Received in Heaven by her father, Santos Granillo Sr.; two sisters, Mary Arellano and Gloria Chavez; two brothers, Joe Granillo and Juan Rueda; and two great-grandchildren, Hawke Ayala and Baby X; mother-in-law, Ynocencia Ayala; and a host of family and friends. Rosary, 8 p.m. Wednesday, and funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Thursday; both services, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens.

Ayala, Martin Raymond
Martin (Marty) Raymond Ayala - Pueblo Chieftain - August 25, 1998 - Martin (Marty) Raymond Ayala, 18, affectionately known as The Big Dogg," passed away Aug. 23, 1998. Survived by his father, Martin- mother, Cynthia- sister, Jennifer- grandmothers, Theresa L. Garcia, and Adeline Vialpando- grandfathers, Ignacio R. Ayala, Julian E. Aragon, and John Vialpando- great-grandfather, Raymond Lopez- great-grandmother, Beatrice Lopez- aunts and uncles, Ernie (Elvia) Aragon, Loretta Aragon, Patrick (Eleanor) Vialpando, Jeannette (Maurice) Vialpando, Donna (Samuel) Padilla, George (Trish) Ayala, Francine Gray, Catherine A. Garcia, Ronald F. (Joyce) Garcia, Anthony M. Garcia, and Gerald J. (Kris) Garcia- numerous cousins- as well as extended relatives, friends, and employees of Nachos and Nachos Fireside. Also survived by extended mother and father, David and Rose Santos- and best friend, Jeromy Santos- godparents, Robert Gonzales and Sharon Adamich. Marty would have been a senior at Central High School, and he was active in golf and basketball. He was loved by everyone he met in his short life and made a wonderful impression on all who knew him. Rosary, 7 p.m. today. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, both services at Shrine at St. Therese. Interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends at the Shrine of St. Therese Hall immediately following interment. In lieu of food or flowers, donations may be made to the Marty Ayala Scholarship Fund in care of the Pueblo Hispanic Education Foundation, 112 West D. Street, Pueblo, 81003.

Ayala, Ted
Ted Ayala - Pueblo Chieftain - February 15, 1999 - Ted Ayala, passed away Feb. 13, 1999. Preceded in death by his father, Carlos Ayala- and by his sister, Josie Arrona. Mr. Ayala worked at ABC Plumbing for approximately 30 years. Survived by his wife, Thelma- his mother, Lupe Ayala- his stepson, Michael (Julie Tafoya) Forte- sisters, Mary (Joe) Gutierrez, Greeley, Lucy Villanueva and Dolores (Joe) Munoz, both of Pueblo- numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Viewing hours are noon to 5 p.m. Monday, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Rosary recitation, 7 p.m. Tuesday, T.G. McCarthy Rose Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Wednesday, St. Joseph Church, Blende. Interment, Roselawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends at St. Joseph Church hall following the interment. The Munoz family may be contacted at 1525 Spruce.

Ayala,TerriLynn Louise
TerriLynn Louise Bachicha – Pueblo Chieftain – September 09, 2006 - TerriLynn Louise Bachicha Ayala, 21, passed away Sept. 6, 2006, at Parkview Medical Center. She was born Sept. 21, 1984, in Albuquerque, N.M. She was employed by Quality Inns of Pueblo. Predeceased by her parents, Joyce (Sena) and Ruben Bachicha. Survived by her husband, Jacob Angelo Ayala; daughter, Breonna Ayala; siblings, Debbie Bachicha, Anthony (Olivia) Alcaraz, Gilbert (Delphie) Encinias; father-in-law. George Ayala; other in-laws, Gabe Alaniz and Delores Ayala, George (Roseann) Ayala, Dominic Ayala, Savina Ayala, Christopher Ayala, Bernedette Montelongo; grandparents, Domingo and Sadie Montelongo Sr., Angie Ayala; other relatives and friends. TerriLynn enjoyed every moment she spent with her daughter and family. She loved walking, music, dancing, gymnastics, and being with her nieces and nephews. Memorial Mass, 10 a.m. today, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church with the Rev. Marco Antonio Salinas as celebrant. Cremation has taken place. Family will receive friends at Mount Carmel Hall following the Mass.

Ayers, Sheri Lynn
Sheri Lynn Ayers - Pueblo Chieftain - May 21, 2006 - Sheri Lynn Ayers, 49, to cremation. Inurnment Duluth, Minn.

Ayon, Jesus Antonio
Jesus Antonio Ayon - Pueblo Chieftain - August 28, 2004 - Jesus Antonio Ayon, infant, went home to be with the Lord, Aug. 23, 2004. Born April 28, 2004, in Pueblo, Colo. Preceded in death by father, Juan Ayon. Survived by mother, Gabriela Astorga; grandparents, Isidoro Astorga and Irma Ontiveros; uncles, Raul (Naty) Astorga, Victor, Ontiveros, Antonio Astorga and Jascive Astorga; aunts, Lorena Astorga, Juanita (Bruno) Esquibel, Sandra (Manuel) Solorsano, Jennifer (Giovanni) Otero; also survived by numerous cousins, other relatives and friends. Visitation, 4 to 6 p.m., and vigil service, 6 p.m.; both services Sunday at Romero Chapel. Funeral Mass, 10 am. Monday, at Sacred Heart Avondale Church.

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