Tom and I were brothers in our youth as kids growing up in Boyle Heights. We hung together as kids and swam together at RHS. I witnessed his faith grow as a young man. We caught up to each other and spoke for a while a few years back at a 24 hour Cancer Walk. That was a Blessing to me. Brother Tom, your smile and laughter remains in my heart. He was my friend for almost 50 years ago and a Blessing then to me as he has been to many others over the years. I love you my brother...Till we meet again  Bobby Aguirre

Tom, I will never forget all that you did for me, Thank you for being such a good friend and example.Your chuckle and smile will always continue to be my encourager in faith. All our respect and heart go out to to the family.

He was never just a Brother-in-Law to me.  He was my Brother.  A man who Loved my sister Dee through the 37 yrs. of good and hard times. He loved his children, Tom, Lucy & Joe. Through illness in the family his mom & siblings. Our dad, his father-in-law, brother-in-laws and our mom Lucy (his mother-in-law). A loving and quiet man with a powerful testimony and a love in sharing the Gospel and more than anything his love for God and God's Word. When I think of my brother Tom,  I will always remember him as a man filled with God's LOVE.

Auntie

Goodbyes are NOT FOREVER.
Goodbyes are NOT THE END.
They simply mean, We will miss you,
UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN!     
Love,
Jack & Lana Alvarez

I have known Tom for over 30 years! He never waivered in his faith to God or his love for his family! As many of U who knew him knew if there was work to b done or when I was wideowed Tom was always the first to volunteer! Also no matter if they were if the family was in good times or bad Tom was always proud to have u over to his home and have food and just relax and it always felt like u were at home! I am so going to miss u Tom and  Know Doloers will b well taken care of U will b in my heart always!

I have known Tom for over 30 years and his dedication to God and his family had never changed.He was a wonderful friend always ready to b there to help anyone in the time of need! Never expecting to be paid back but I would sometimes make the family some homemade Mac n cheese and man Tom was happy! I just wish now that he is with the Saviour I am hoping he will talk to Eddie for me and tell him how much me and the girls miss him! Love u and will miss u always Tom!

Dear family, Tom was such a delightful person. Always joyful and kind. I love the love he had for you, his family. Especially the love between you, Dolores, and Tom. He gave me an example to look for in a marriage partner. May God continue to wrap you in his love and grace. And may all these tributes bring back the best of memories of a life shared with this wonderful man.

When I first met Tom, he would often speak in such a caring, gentle manner, calling others "beloved." I had never heard anyone talk like that, bless his heart!

It was a joy, pleasure and a honor to have served with Tom for many years. He truly had a servant's heart and it inspired those around them. On a lesser note, Tom also had the best basketball jump shot of anyone at church!

I did not know Thomas too long, but his heart overflowed in everything he did. He was such a humble servant, ready to help any way he could. He also had a great sense of humor. I'll never forget his joke, "what did one wall say to the other? Meet you at the corner!" Thomas was truly unforgettable! He loved God and he loved his family, and this was so evident in his life! I know he is rejoicing face to face with his King! This is not goodbye, but simply a see you later because of the life we have in Christ!

Tom was a great soul-winner with the W.I.N. program.  I remember the great conversations we had together as he took this young believer and taught him the in and outs of sharing the gospel.  "Well done good and faithful servant, enter into thy joy". Tom was that!  Blessings upon you Dolores and family!

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Thomas Raymond Chavez

February 21, 1952 – September 4, 2015

Funeraria del Angel Pico Rivera

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