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Robert Farias Obituary

Farias, Robert "Bob" Age 80, late of South Chicago. Loving father of Roman (Elizabeth) Farias, Arlene Gonzalez, Nancy (Michael) Binder, Shirley (Patrick) McGreal and Rubin (Martha) Farias; cherished grandfather of 13; devoted great-grandfather of 7; loving brother of Gerardo, Ignacio, Jesus, Martha, Lourdes and Rosa; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. U.S. Army Veteran, member of American Legion Post #220 and retired employee of Northeastern University. Visitation Sunday, November 10, 2013 from 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Elmwood Chapel 11200 S. Ewing Ave., Chicago. Funeral services Monday, November 11, 2013 8:45 a.m. prayers from Elmwood Chapel to Our Lady of Guadalupe Church (3200 E. 91st St., Chicago, IL 60617). Mass 9:30 a.m. Cemetery private. 773-731-2749 elmwoodchapel.com.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 8, 2013.
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You will always be in our hearts, prayers and thoughts grandpa! You will be missed and loved by many but never forgotten!

Marrisa Gonzalez

November 11, 2013

Bob was a wonderful guy. Enjoyed many a conversation with him. He will be missed.

Kevin McGreal

November 10, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember Mr Farias very well.

Bill Savarino

November 10, 2013

My prayers and thoughts to the Farias family. He will always have a fond memory in everyones heart.

maureen

November 9, 2013

Wonderful man

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Bob was a wonderful man. He will be missed, but never forgotten.

Patrick McGreal

November 8, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May the God of all comfort be with you during this most difficult time.

Petrina Bell

November 8, 2013

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