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Arturo Alvarez Obituary

Alvarez Jr., Arturo B. "Mano" "Turo" "The Meat Man" Age 31. Late of Highland, Indiana formerly of South Chicago. Beloved son of Nancy (Albert Villarreal) Alvarez (nee Gonzales) and Arturo B. Alvarez, Sr.; loving father of Veronica Alvarez and stepfather of Jeremy Garcia; devoted fiancé of Christine Garcia; dearest brother of Christy Alvarez-Mercado, Steven Alvarez, Kevin Alvarez, and Angela Alvarez; dear uncle of Daniel and Laurentina Mercado. Arturo was an employee of the Iowa Steak Company. He was a basketball coach at Rowen Park East Side Hoops. Visitation Thursday 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Funeral Services Friday, March 7, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at the Elmwood Chapel, 11200 S. Ewing Ave., Chicago. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the family appreciated. 773-731-2749. www.elmwoodchapel.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 5, 2014.

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Arturo Alvarez 09/20/2013, his 31st birthday.

March 24, 2014

March 18, 2014

My sincere condolence to your family. I hope this thought from the bible will bring you comfort.ecclesiast 9:5

Teresa Panzek

March 8, 2014

Christine,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time.
Words fall short of expressing my sorrow.

Joanne O'Connor

March 8, 2014

I saw you grow from a little boy to a fine young man. You left us too soon in life. You were loved by many and will be missed by all. My prayers are with you Nancy and your family.

Lauren Murphy

March 7, 2014

We hold all of you in prayer during this difficult time. May God comfort you.

Lauren and Mike from Hale Park

Johanna Hoop

March 6, 2014

We're very sorry for your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you Art and your family.God bless. We miss you at Washington Trades.

robin rochon

March 6, 2014

Nancy, Christy & family I send my deepest condolences. Sending prayers & hugs your way.

Laura Guzman

March 6, 2014

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Alonzo Belt

March 6, 2014

R.I.P. Auturo it was good knowing u will always be remembered

Marisol Rodriguez

March 6, 2014

Our condolence to you and your family may God give you all strength and comfort R.I.P Arturo

Gilda Marie Granado-Melendrez

March 6, 2014

May God give your family and friends the strength they need to struggle through your loss. Rest in peace as you journey to your new home in heaven. We miss you terribly. Love, the Melendrez family.

Aaron Del Valle

March 6, 2014

God bless and you will be sorely missed.

March 5, 2014

Nancy & Family
We are so sorry for the loss of your son Arturo, may god give you comfort in this difficult time

Freddy Robles & Sandy Fernandez

Ryan Y

March 5, 2014

Your memory is with us old friend. You will be a guiding light for many and missed by all.

Lucia Hernandez

March 5, 2014

Arturo will live forever in our hearts, we will always remember his beautiful smile. Prayers for the family! I'm here for you Nancy and Christy!

Judith Reyes Buncich

March 5, 2014

I can not imagine the pain and sorrow of losing your son I am so sorry. My prayers are for you and your loved ones

Katie Henney

March 5, 2014

R.I.P Arturo

Heather Gould-Briones

March 5, 2014

I will never forget the good laughs and times we had in HIgh School. You had the biggest heart and were always a great friend. You will be forever missed . My condolences and prayers to the family. R.I.P. Arturo, thank you for all the good memories you left us with.

Arturo with his Baby Veronica on her 11th birthday

Arturo Alvarez

March 5, 2014

Jennifer Miles

March 5, 2014

my heart and prayers go out to the family. I have some fond memories of Arturo and Christy when we were kids. God rest his soul

Lydia Gomez

March 5, 2014

There are no words.....all I wish is that you and your family find comfort in each other at this heart breaking time knowing how much he was loved by so many.

K. Pittman

March 5, 2014

The pain from the loss of a loved one can be difficult. May God be your strength at this time. 2 Cor. 1:3

Daniel Sherwood

March 5, 2014

My prayers go out to the family. Arturo was a good friend of mine when were kids. He is definitely gonna be missed

Edwin Tevenal

March 5, 2014

God bless my brother turo,may the heavenly father bless his family in this time of need..

Melissa and Frank Gomez

March 5, 2014

Our deepest sympathies to you all in the time of grief. We will always be here for you Nancy!

SAMMANTHA BROOKS

March 5, 2014

I can't believe you are gone. You were standing in my living room Friday afternoon, then I heard you passed. Its still so surreal. We had a friendship where we wouldn't see each other for years and could pick up where we left off. You were so happy, full of life. My thoughts are with your family. Rest in Paradise Arturo....

Until We Meet Again....
Sammantha

Edwin Tevenal

March 5, 2014

I love you brother and miss you...i was just with you ...i know you will protect me and look over me..til we meet again...

Franca

March 5, 2014

May Your son Arturo Rest in Eternal Glory in the kingdom of the Lord.May God give his Family Strength during this time.God Bless

Cheryl

March 5, 2014

May the comfort and strength only God can give be with you. Draw close to Him during this difficult time-James 4:8.

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