Iglesia de San José Obrero at the Avalos Smelter

Elena Navarro writes, “Iglesia de San José Obrero whose construction was supervised and built by my father: Ing. Emilio Navarro A.
and where we attended Mass and other religious services. The church is still standing. I’m not sure about the history of the church, but I’m sure there should be a story behind it. [...]

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Avalos Reunion 1986

A wonderful photo courtesy of J. Elena Navarro (via her nephew Alex Navarro) who was born in Avalos, Chihuahua many years ago. The photo taken in June or July of 1986 is from the Avalos Reunion showing a large group who attended mass at the San Jose Avalos Parish with Father Juan Mata officiating.

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Avalos Catholic Church Records 1622-1958

The Family Search website has new church records for Avalos and Chihuahua.  Visit the LDS Family Search Website where you’ll find information on baptisms, confirmations, and marriages.

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