It is with a heavy heart that many will say goodbye to a longtime friend, colleague, mentor, loved one and iconic United Farm Worker leader - Richard E. Chavez, farmworker justice advocate and civil rights hero.
On Sunday, July 31, 2011, friends will gather with family members and loved ones for a memorial service in honor of Richard Chavez.
A mass and reception will be held on the morning of Monday, August 1.
Richard Estrada Chavez was born on November 12, 1929 in Yuma, Arizona to Juana Estrada and Librado Chavez.

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