Beloved brother, husband, and father, Emilio Chavez, 83, passed away on his birthday, June 29, 2025. He was born in Elsa, Texas. He married Pauline Calderon Chavez on December 7, 1974.

He developed a high-caliber work ethic at an early age. As a migrant farm worker, he worked in the fields after school and shined shoes in town on Saturdays. He received a degree from South Plains College, a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Los Angeles, and a Master's degree from Liberty University. He enjoyed fishing, going to the shooting range, and playing Bingo.

Emilio was a servant at heart; he dedicated himself to serving his family, community, and country. He served in the U.S. Army, where he fought in Vietnam and received the Purple Heart. He worked for the State of Texas Labor and Standards Department.

He held several public service and law enforcement positions, including deputy sheriff, detention officer, and security guard.

He was most proud of his family. Emilio, the eldest of seven children, embraced the roles of big brother and mentor to his siblings: Antonio Chavez, Felly Puente, Lupe Chavez, Gloria Campos, Jaime Chavez, and Joseph Angel Chavez. He adored his wife, Paula, for 50 years. He loved his children and all his grandchildren. He was known for handing out a dollar bill to his nieces, nephews, and grandchildren. He will leave a fantastic legacy of 'Chavez Strong'.

Emilio is survived by his wife, Pauline Calderon Chavez. Siblings: Felly Puente of Las Vegas, Lupe Chavez of Lubbock, Gloria Campos of Lubbock, and Jaime Chavez (Virginia Chavez) of Arlington, TX. His children: Sarita Rodriguez (Joe Ray Rodriguez) of Lubbock, Patricia Chavez of Knox City, TX., Emilio Chavez Jr. of Uvalde, Dorothy Chavez of Lubbock, Eddie Chavez (Vicki) of Lubbock, Johnny Chavez (Aileen) of San Antonio, and Marisol Chavez Alonzo (Brian Alonzo) of Lubbock, 21 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren, and 6 great-great-grandchildren

He is preceded in death by his parents, Issac and Manuela Chavez, brothers Antonio Chavez and Joseph Angel Chavez, granddaughter Christina 'Christy' Gonzalez.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 from 2:00 p.m.~8:00 p.m. with rosary being recited at 6:00 p.m. at House of Angels, 1928 34th Street. Funeral Mass Service will be held on Thursday, July 3rd, at, 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 1120 52nd Street, with Rev. Jose de Dios Gonzalez officiating. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park.

The family would like to thank the CNA's and nurses from The Plaza of Lubbock