Elvira Uribe Alvarez

She was born in Fabens, TX, on September 10, 1944. She was a longtime Arizona resident, moving here with her family at a young age.

She graduated from Phoenix Union High School in 1964. She attended Phoenix Community College later in life to further her career, obtaining her AA degree in Records Management. She was married to Enrique G. Alvarez on January 10, 1965. They celebrated their sixty (60) year wedding anniversary this year. Thankful for all their years, and all that they accomplished together.

Elvira, "Vera," as most would be told to know her by, started her career at the Phoenix Police Department in November of 1966 as a clerk. Dedicating her career there and retiring as a R&I Bureau Supervisor (PACE) on June 30th, 1966.

In retirement, she volunteered for AARP Tax Aide Service, until she was unable due to illness.

Elvira and Enrique had two children, a daughter and a son. She had a passion for her faith and her family. Her utmost wish was for her family's happiness. She enjoyed visits with her extended family and friends. She enjoyed Genealogy/Ancestry, as well as traveling.

She is survived by her beloved husband, Enrique, her daughter, Sylvia King (Cliff), her son, Rick Alvarez (Colleen), as well as six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, and her remaining sibling, sister, Maria, along with many cousins, nieces, nephews, and godchildren.

Elvira will be forever in our hearts and the memories treasured always.

We love you, God bless your soul eternally.

(2 Timothy 4:7-8)

The family would like to thank and acknowledge, Encore Hospice in Anthem, AZ, for their kindness, service and support for our Mom and helping us as a family with the transition. God bless you all!

'Great Grief' by Donna Ashworth

Don't fall out of Love with the world because they no longer live in it

instead be grateful that this world produced the

be glad that this life ever existed

and that you were blessed enough to love them then and love them still

don't fall out of love with this world because it could not keep your heart whole

instead

let love be the glue

patch it up and fill it with joy,

joy that you know first-hand

of this bittersweet conundrum..

that great grief is born only of great love...

For

What is grief

If not

Love persevering♥

A memorial service for Elvira will be held Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Funeraria del Angel Greer-Wilson Chapel, 5921 West Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85033.