Augustine Guereque Chavez

In Loving Memory of Augustine "Augie" Guereque Chavez

Augustine Guereque Chavez, affectionately known as "Augie," was born on August 28, 1956, in El Paso (Canutillo), Texas, and passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at Doctors Medical Center in Modesto, California, at the age of 68.

Augustine was a devoted husband to Lisa Jeanette Chavez (née Rice), with whom he shared 44 wonderful years of marriage. Together, they built a loving family and a life full of cherished memories.

Augustine proudly served his country as a sharpshooter in the United States Army. He enlisted in November 1977 and was honorably discharged in August 1983, demonstrating unwavering dedication and precision throughout his service.

His career was marked by dedication and skill. From 2003 to 2018, Augustine served as the locksmith for the Merced Union High School District, retiring in July 2018 after years of ensuring the safety and security of schools in his community. Prior to that, he was self-employed, providing maintenance and security services.

Augustine was a man of many passions. His hobbies included working with computers, CB radios, gardening, building projects, and enjoying music, especially Elvis Presley. His co-workers fondly nicknamed him "Elvis" because of his iconic haircut and sideburns, a look that made him truly unforgettable.

Augustine was preceded in death by his parents, Ramona Suvilla Guereque Chavez from Chihuahua, Mexico, and Jesus Corrales Chavez from Oaxaca, Mexico, as well as his brothers, Ines Chavez, Rodolfo Chavez, Antonio Chavez, and Luis Chavez.

He is survived by his wife, Lisa Chavez of Merced, CA; his son, Alexander Chavez of Hayward, CA; his daughter, Angelica Sanchez (née Chavez), and son-in-law, Leonel Sanchez of Vallejo, CA; his brother, Juan Chavez of Merced, CA; his sisters, Ramona Chavez of San Antonio, TX, and Refugio Garcia of Merced, CA; his brother-in-law, Douglas Rice of Merced, CA; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services will be held with Military Honors on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 10 a.m. at Wilson Family Funeral Chapel, located at 1290 N Winton Way, Atwater, CA 95301.

Augustine’s memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

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