Justin C. Chavez

  Justin C. Chavez, 37 of Kearny, AZ entered into rest Jan. 29, 2025, in Mesa, AZ.

  Justin was born in Phoenix on Aug. 31, 1987, to Arlene Elliott.

  Justin graduated from Ray High School in Kearny. After graduation he attended the ARC until 2024.

  He enjoyed fishing and hunting, he especially loved sports every team from high school to professional, he knew all the scores before we did. Justin was the life of the party for family cookouts and gatherings. His excitement was never unnoticed. He was definitely a CHAMPION for all things good for family and friends. Love you, Justin!

  Justin is survived by his mom, Arlene Elliott (Nick Naranjo); his brother, Matthew Naranjo; his aunts, Sherry Schauer (Doug), Nettie Naranjo and Georgiana Gantt (Chris); uncle, Steve Naranjo (Sarah); great aunt, Judy Jones; and many cousins including Nathan Naranjo, Triston Gantt, Katlyn Gantt, Tracon Naranjo and Brad Schauer, Sarah Schauer and Josh Schauer.

  He is preceded in death by his grandma, Jennifer Campbell; grandpa, Ray Elliott; his Nana and Tata Levy and Marylou Naranjo; and his great-grandparents, Helen and Edwin Elliott and Jerry and Thelma Turpin.

  Services will be held Feb. 15, 2025, at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 505 W. Senator Chastain Rd., Kearny, AZ, at 10 a.m.