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Efren Garcia Obituary

Garcia, Efren Loving husband of Stephanie nee Salvatore. Dearest father of Angelica, Efren Jr. and Adrianna. Dear son Ruffino and Rosa nee Trujillo. Dear son-in-law of Anthony and Mary Jo. Loving brother of Cesar (Maria), Oscar, Hugo, Noe (Sandra), Nancy, Alex and Lety. Loving uncle, nephew, cousin and friend. Visitation Tuesday 3-9pm at Salerno's Galewood Chapels, Ralph Massey Funeral Director 1857 N. Harlem Ave. Family and friends to meet Wednesday at St. Michael the Archangel Church 4800 S. Damen Chicago, IL for 11:00am Funeral Mass. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetey 773-889-1700.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 20, 2012.
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I still remember that goofy Efren from high school. He was always there to help anyone in need and wanted everyone to feel included. He was the kid that you knew was a "true" person and you could see God in his soul. Bless to Efren's family as this will be a long and tired road ahead.

Angela Kozy

March 7, 2012

Please accept expressions of sympathy. During sad times like this, you can depend on the support of family and friends and know that the God of peace can give you the strength you need to deal with your grief.

February 23, 2012

Words cannot express the sadness that you must have. Your plate is full with your children some things are hard to understand and accept. Our thoughts and prayers are very much with you.

George and Tina Danegelis

February 22, 2012

We are so saddened by the loss of such a good, strong, and wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of Efren's family and friends.
God Bless You.

Bill Foster Family

February 22, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find peace and comfort.
Greg,Lana,Grace&Lillyana Howe

Lana Howe

February 22, 2012

You are in my thoughts and prayers as your family goes thru this difficult time. Sorry for your loss may god bless the Garcia family. I am with you guys in spirit.

Elena & Alex Flores

February 22, 2012

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

fabiola flores

February 22, 2012

My heart goes out to Efrens family, words can't express how saddened i am to hear of your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers continue to be with you during this tragic time. May the Lord give your family courage and strength to keep you going through this tough time.
R.I.P. Efren "Beef" Garcia

Fanny Cerecer

February 22, 2012

To my loving Cousin Efren, you will be missed. But never forgotten. Our family will remember the good times and find peace in knowing that you are now with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. R.I.P. Efren Garcia, Love you always.

Elizabeth Mireles

February 22, 2012

Efren, you will be truly missed. You were a great husband, father, brother, son, uncle, and friend. You touched so many lives with your crazy sense of humor, contagious laugh, and kind heart. I know you're watching over Stephanie and the kids from up there and we will be down here doing the best we can for them. No one will ever replace you and you will never be forgotten. May you forever rest in peace.

February 21, 2012

Efren....it just doesnt feel real that you are gone....u were taken much too soon...Steph...nothing i can say or do can take away the pain ur feeling right now...but know that i am always here for you. RIP Efren Garcia..

Lindsey Nava

February 21, 2012

my prayers to the garcia family.

jennifer dimiceli

February 21, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time-we hope you find peace with God's help. We all know Efren was a great husband, father, son, brother and friend --and will truly be missed. May we all learn from this that life is too short.
May his soul rest in peace and look down on all of his family and friends as an eternal angel.

John and Mariola Danegelis and Family

February 21, 2012

My prayers are with the Garcia family.

Sasha

February 21, 2012

Stephanie, we chatted across the fence occasionally and I could tell that you and Efren were good neighbors as well as good people. I never realized, however, what a great man he was until I read some of the tributes to him. He will surely be missed by his family and all his friends. May his soul rest in peace.

Susan & John Malec

February 21, 2012

We'll MISS YOU SO, SO much and We'll NEVER FORGET YOU! WORDS can't even come close to describing the pain I feel inside. The pain is just so unbearable that I will never be the same again. WE LOVE YOU and I pray to see you one day again. Your Brother, Hugo & Your Nephew, Pablo.

Hugo Garcia

February 21, 2012

We are gonna Miss You So, So much! Words can't explain how I feel right now and the pain is so unbearable that everytime I close my eyes I open them back up hoping I can see you again with us in this world. It's really gonna be hard for all of us. I Love You and WE'LL never forget You! Your Brother, Hugo Garcia & Nephew, Pablo Garcia.

Hugo & Pablo Garcia

February 21, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Wendy and Becca Glenn

Wendy Glenn

February 21, 2012

RIP Watch over your wife family and friends .Keep them safe they will miss you !! Especially you children they are inocent babies who have been robbed of there dad.

carla bies

February 21, 2012

U will be greatly missed may u RIP

Christina Ramirez

February 21, 2012

My heart goes out to this wonderful man who was good to everyone. May he continue to watch over all of his family & friends as our Angel<3

Angela Rocha

February 21, 2012

There are no words to console the loss and pain in these moments. Just know that we are with you in this difficult times. Our prayers go out to the Garcia family.

Sanchez-Zavala Family

February 21, 2012

my thoughts and prayers with your friends and family. RIP.

February 21, 2012

In loving memory of Efren Garcia

Ryan & Daisy

February 21, 2012

Mis mas sinceros pesame para toda la Fam.Garcia, Que Dios les le fortaleza en estos dificiles momentos. Efren, descansa el paz ?

Yolanda Beker

February 20, 2012

Rest in Peace Efren!

Shauna Suydam

February 20, 2012

My heart goes out to the entire family at the loss of a great and gentle man. May God be with all of you. Know that everyone is praying for all of you!!!

Jean Maves

February 20, 2012

RIP EFREN

Brandy

February 20, 2012

palabras en el universo para espresar la perdida de un gran amigo y hermano, un persona que estaba siempre dispuesta para ayudar y apoyar al progimo en las buenas y en las malas y asi siempre lo recordaremos en nuestro corazon y en nuestra mente descanza en paz , EFREN GARCIA
~ martin ponce, chicago, Illinois

martin ponce,

February 20, 2012

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Brandy Ramos

February 20, 2012

Luis mejia

February 20, 2012

My heart and prayers are with the Garcia Family!! May you rest in peace Efren! you are missed and in our hearts today and always!!!

Olivia Lopez

February 20, 2012

no hay palabras en el universo para espresar la perdida de un gran amigo y hermano, un persona que estaba siempre dispuesta para ayudar y apoyar al progimo en las buenas y en las malas y asi siempre lo recordaremos en nuestro corazon y en nuestra mente descanza en paz , EFREN GARCIA

martin ponce

February 20, 2012

Katie

February 20, 2012

My prayers goes out to the garcia family...may your loved one rest in peace.

efren garcia

February 20, 2012

My prayers are with you and your family. Efren rest in peace.

Hildy Martinez

February 20, 2012

My sincere condolences to the entire Garcia family. They are in my thoughts and prayers. May God help you through this difficult time.

Blanca Perez

February 20, 2012

My prayers are with you and your family. Rest in peace Efren you will be missed.

Hildy Martinez

February 20, 2012

elena lagioia

February 20, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with the Garcia Family. Efren will always be in our hearts and prayers. R.I.P my dear friend

Marisa Cabada

February 20, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Noe, Brenda, and Sebastian Villagomez

February 20, 2012

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. I won't say goodbye my friend for you and I will meet again...and on that day that warm smile of yours will fill my empty heart again. God will hold you in the palm of his hands. I love you.

Tricia Bell

February 20, 2012

Efren, We started off as friends soon we became neighbors and you were always there for all of us; you made us feel like family. You will forever be missed in our family. May you Rest in Peace Efren. We Love You.

Frank and Nancy Salinas

February 20, 2012

The world lost a great man .my brotha beef ...I'm gonna miss all the name calling we do..love you brotha your never b forgoten

Bobby Saldivar

February 20, 2012

Carol Calvillo-Aguilar

February 20, 2012

May you rest in peace

valerie dieling

February 20, 2012

Rest in peace Efrain "beef" Garcia.

memo

February 20, 2012

I didn't know you But read about your story online... I Hope you are R.I.P with the angels... My condolences to the wife and Family.... My prayers and thoughts are with all of you! God Bless...

JEANETTE urquilla

February 20, 2012

So sorry for your loss..prayers and love are with you all at this time..rest in Paradise Efren...may the Angels in Heaven keep you safe and wrap your family in loving wings to see them through this time in their lives..

Luanne Bickel

February 20, 2012

My condolences. My prayers are with Efren and his family

Maria Davila

February 20, 2012

Efren you and Stephanie are my best friends!! I will never forget you! xoxxox love and miss you for ever

February 20, 2012

RIP Efren.. You will be greatly missed. You were a great friend.

Jackie Pimentel

February 20, 2012

R.I.P. EFREN.You will never be forgotten Beef

Sandra Francia

February 20, 2012

Efren, you will never be forgotten. From the many memories of just back in the day around the neighborhood, to your last day here. You will live on forever through your wife and kids. May God Bless them always.

Amalia Guerrero

February 20, 2012

Veronica

February 20, 2012

Claudia Maldonado

February 20, 2012

I first met Efren back when he about ten years old when I was the new kid on the block. I remember sitting on my stairs when he was the first kid to ask me if I wanted to play with him and his brothers. I was fortunate enough to have spent time with Efren and his great family.

Arturo Sosa

February 20, 2012

You will never be forgotten! Our family will never be the same. R.I.P

Lisa Falcone

February 20, 2012

You will always be in our hearts

samantha bryant

February 20, 2012

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