| Graduation Year | Class of 1941 |
| Date of Passing | Jul 03, 2023 |
| About | Elma Mary Chavez, My Mom, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Cousin & Everyone's Good Friend went to Heaven on July 3, 2023. Elma was born on March 3rd, 1932 in a small farm house off 11th St. in Sparks, NV. Elma resided most of her life in Sparks, NV. She was the daughter of Angelo & Primia Lombardi along with sister Velda & brother Bobby. Elma graduated from Sparks High in 1941 and in 1951 met the Love of Her Life married George Chavez who was in the Nevada Air National Guard. George & Elma had two boys, Michael & Bobby. Elma worked at Bouquet Flower Shop and later worked at Kate Smith & Marvin Moss Elementary Schools, as a Teachers Aid. She is preceded in death by her parents, sister, brother & son. Elma is survived by her son Bobby, 4 granddaughters & 1 grandson & 13 great grandchildren. Mom's passion was taking care of everyone else. Her love of cooking. Mom had such as sweet soul & was loved by all, her kindness & generosity was endless. I want to give special Thanks to Debbie, Renee & Billy, their love & support has been invaluable to me. When I first went into my Moms room she was able to say these words to me BOBBY, I LOVE YOU SO MUCH, PLEASE TAKE ME HOME. Corinthians 13:11 - Aim for restoration, comfort one another, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you. Mom's celebration of life will be held on August 8, 2023, at 2pm, Holy Cross, 5150 Vista Blvd, Sparks NV 89436 Posted online on July 31, 2023 |
