MUELA, Luis

Luis Muela was born December 30, 1919 in Metcalf, Arizona, the son of Luis and Jesusita Lechuga Muela. He grew up in Metcalf, attending Morenci Schools and later completing his formal education in Clifton. Following his education, Luis obtained work with Phelps Dodge Mining Corporation in Morenci. In 1946, he relocated to California, returning later that same year to Arizona where he enrolled in Barber College in Tucson. During this time Luis worked tending bar at the local pubs to help pay for his tuition at the college. Soon thereafter, Luis returned to Clifton, where he worked in Lara's Barber Shop. In 1956, Luis again relocated to California, where he owned and operated his own barber shop in Monterrey Park. In the late 1970's, following nearly 25 years of dedicated service to the community, Luis retired from his duties as a barber. In retirement Luis continued to remain busy as he could often be found working around and repairing his home, tending his garden and going on cruises to various destinations including the Caribbean and Mexico. In the spring of this year, Luis returned home to Clifton, where he resided with his niece, Angelina Contreras, until his passing. Luis will be remembered as a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather and great-grandfather. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, May 15th, at 11 a.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Clifton. A rosary and prayer vigil will be recited Saturday May 15th, at 10 a.m., also at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Clifton. Obit: Vining Funeral Home, Safford, Arizona.