Katherine “Kathy” Alvarado born on the most beautiful day September 3 and leaves on the most sad day, May 2. Born in Dulce, New Mexico to proud parents Phillip Naranjo and Carmelita Gash who preceded her. She’s also preceded by her sister Joy Scalese, brother Jimmy Naranjo, and brother-in-law Joe Leiss who she will join in Heaven. Kathy leaves to cherish her memory; her husband Ruben Alvarado, son Frank (Maria) Beltran, stepson Terry (Sandra) Barlow; granddaughters Brandice (Michael) Lopez, Melissa (Mike) Deltondo; very special great granddaughter Liliana Lopez, and great-grandchildren Royce Lopez, Eli Deltondo, Lloyd, Isaiah, Angelo, and Bailey Barlow; brother Lucky “Phyllis” Naranjo of Broomfield, Esther Leiss of Henderson, Nevada and many relatives and friends who she enjoyed being with. Special thanks to Dr. Harry Keefe and Staff who took care of her for many years and Center Care Hospice who helped her to Heaven and the staff at Parkview Hospital. Funeral mass will be held Thursday, May 13, 10 AM Shrine of Saint Therese. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St Therese Council of Catholic Women.