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Carmela Alvarez
Michael's Wife
Michael Eli Alvarez
July 14th, 1970 - March 20th, 2022
July 14th, 1970 - March 20th, 2022
The Apostle Paul tells us in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, God promise of those who fall asleep in the Lord. We will be reunited with our dear loved ones again at his second coming, which will be very soon. All the signs that Jesus left us are happening. We just need to be ready with God’s help.
Michael Eli Alvarez was a caring son, husband, father, uncle, brother, and friend. He passed away in his home on March 20, 2022 at the age of 51. He fought a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by loved ones who will honor his legacy by living their lives to the fullest.
Michael graduated from Alameda High School in Lakewood, Colorado and went on to receive a Culinary Art degree at the Colorado Institute of Arts. From there, he managed many food service hospital accounts working for Sodexo and Aramark. He met the love of his life, Carmela, while working at Sodexo. Together, they had two children, Elijah and Levi. He had two other children in a previous marriage as well, Marisa and Zach.
In 2017 Michael moved his family to White Rock, NM after acquiring a job overseeing both the Los Alamos National Laboratory food service and Nusenda Credit Union in Albuquerque. Michael loved working hard for his family. He enjoyed taking family vacations and had a passion for food.
Michael was a devoted member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Espanola, NM. He loved God, and volunteered by helping with potlucks and The Pathfinder's Club.
Michael is proceeded in death by his mother Helen Webster, brother-in-law Billy Trujillo, uncle Sammy Trujillo, and nephew Andres Chavez.
A viewing for Michael will be held the evening of Wednesday, March 30th from 6 pm-7 pm at Rivera Family Funeral Home in Espanola, NM; 305 Calle Salazar. The following day a memorial service will take place at the Espanola Seventh Day Adventist Church at 11 am; 613 Bond Street. Burial will follow at 1 pm at Guaje Pines Cemetery in Los Alamos; 901 Range Road.
Pallbearing for Michael will be Mike Salazar, Johnny Trujillo, Kris Knott, Tom Ingales, Jon Webster, Elijah Alvarez, James McWilliams, and Izzak McWilliams. Honored also by Levi Alvarez, Cruz Chavez,Matt Manzanares, and Joseph Laurie.
We wish to express our deepest gratitude to all the family and friends who have supported us throughout his illness.
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Charlene S Fridge
Carmella, Elijah and Levi. We are so sorry for your loss. I wish we would have been more acquainted with Michael. All the memories left are so wonderful, he was a really great person. He was very quiet when we would see him in church. A quiet Godly spirit is what i saw. Had I known the service was in Espanola I would have tried to attend. I just now found out. May God continue to be with you as you go through the tough times. Love from your family and friends and peace be with you daily. We love you guys.. Charlene and Roger
Melody Rael
Michael I remember when you were a little boy and how proud of you your mom, grandma Angie, and grandpa Mike were. Now you can rejoice with them in heaven. Rest in peace Michael.
Dolores And Eddie
Prayers to you all Carmela, Elijah, and Levi. We love you very much ❤️
Carol Beatty
Prayers today as Michael is laid to rest. He fought a good fight and finished the race.
Carmela Alvarez
My heart aches everyday that I don’t see him. But I remind myself that he is no longer suffering. My husband was a warrior and he fought a losing battle. How much did we love each other, He fought , and I prayed. My Michael said to me one day, “ sometimes Gods answers are not always what we want.” These past two years our bond grew stronger and our relationship with God grew closer. Take time to let your love ones know how much they mean to you. Life is short and tomorrow is not guaranteed.
Eef And Jamie De Held
You were an amazing person and friend for over 30 years. Jamie and I are heartbroken. Carmela, we are heee for you and completely feel your pain. I will miss his taunting calls after the Broncos got beat by the Raiders- thankfully that didn’t happen often. Love you brother! ❤️
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