Belen G. Lopez, 84, passed away on Dec. 14, 2019. She was born in Chamberino, NM June 26, 1935 to Felipe and Juanita Gutierrez. Belen was preceded in death by brothers Reymundo, Reuben and Jimmy, sisters Gloria and Estella and son James Lopez.
She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Eddie Lopez, Son Michael Lopez (Monica), Daughter Belinda (Rick) Sierra, 6 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, brother Freddie Gutierrez and countless nieces and nephews.
Belen graduated from Phoenix Union High School. She worked at Motorola and ended up at Crockett Elementary School where she worked as a cashier in the cafeteria along with being a girls P. E. coach and coached after school sports teams. She won countless district championships in volleyball, soccer, and track competitions where she became a great mentor to countless student athletes.
A celebration of Belen’s life will be held at 3:00 PM on Saturday, December 21, 2019 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85014. Following, a gathering will be held at Lorraine and Gilbert Lopez’s home, 3510 N. 35th Street, Phoenix, 85018. Condolences may be expressed at www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com