Alberto Talavera Sr.

Alberto F. Talavera, 85, passed away at home on April 13, 2025, in Monahans, Texas. He was born to Juan and Enriqueta Talavera in Fort Davis, Texas in April of 1940. Born the youngest of his siblings, brothers Alvino, Crescenion, Juan, and Ruben; sisters Agatha, Consuela, Irene, Isidora, and Teresa.

He made a life of carpentry, as did much of the family, with his works spanning much of West Texas and New Mexico.

Alberto is survived by his wife Juliana Talavera, sons Albert, Jr. and Luis Talavera, his grandchildren Joshua, Brandon, and Breana Talavera; and his great-grandchildren Sistine, Scarlet, and Serenity Valle.

The viewing will be on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Rosary will be on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at Harkey Funeral Home Chapel. Mass will be held on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at St. John Evangelist Catholic Church.

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Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Harkey Funeral Home.