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Carmen Arias Obituary

Arias, Carmen J. (nee Martinez), age 84, late of South Deering, beloved wife of the late Raymond, loving mother of Rita (Arnold) Jirasek, Raymond (Nancy) and Alphonse (Anna) Arias, Lucia (Felipe) Sainz and Christine (Richard) Gonzalez, devoted grandmother of 16, dear sister of Frank (Mercedes) Martinez, late Olga (Mike) Garcia, Maria "Faye" (Mel) Torres, late Herbert Martinez, Connie (Paul) Fritz and Martha Martinez, fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Charter member and past-President of South Deering American Legion Auxiliary #1238. Member of So. Suburban Salon #480 of 8 & 40, St. Kevin Altar and Rosary Society, St. Kevin Senior Citizens Club, Windy City Red Heads, founding member of So. Chicago Hospital Credit Union, former Board member of Seadac. Retired from South Chicago Hospital. Visitation Wednesday, 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral Thursday, at 9:30 a.m., from the Elmwood Chapel, 11200 S. Ewing Ave., to St. Kevin Church. Mass at 10 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Kevin Church in Carmen's name would be appreciated. 773-731-2749

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 14, 2006.

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Kevin Teske

February 21, 2006

Carmen was a very special lady. Condolences to my good friend Al and the family.

Enrique Orozco

February 16, 2006

Words cannot describe what Carmen meant to the family of St. Kevin Church. Carmen to me was an inspiration and I'm sure to all that knew her. Although she always said that she was "39" she taught me that age is just a number. It has no significant value in one's life unless you filled every year with love and happiness. She will definitely be missed but not forgotten. Sincerely, "Rick" St. Kevin Church Music Director.



P.S. As the eulogy stated, when you think of Carmen.... Smile!

Mike Medina

February 16, 2006

To Chris & the entire Arias family,



I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. I hope that you & your family find strength & love from each other. I will keep your mom in my prayers. Stay in good health, take care of your children & Aloha, Mike

Louie&Rose Esquivel

February 16, 2006

Our deepest sympathy to the entrie Arias and Martinez families .

Albert (Nito) Cueller

February 16, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the Arias/Martinez family at this time of great loss. As a former neighbor in So. Deering, only fondest memories of Carmen continue to exist.

Rios

February 15, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Arias / Martinez Family. As former neighbors in south deering we will always have fond memories of Carmen and her Family.

The Rios Family

Bob & Barbara Fritz

February 15, 2006

To All the family,may your sorrow be eased by time and by friends who share your loss.

Leo Correa

February 15, 2006

Our Deepest condolences go out to the Arias family.



Leo and MaryAnn Correa

Bob&Barbara Fritz

February 15, 2006

To all the family. May your sorrow be eased by time, and by friends who share your loss.

Anita Gonzales-Lemus

February 15, 2006

Dear Arias Family,

I send you my heart filled condolences on the passing of your mother. She was a dynamo of a woman! May God comfort you all during this difficult time.

Alphonse Arias

February 15, 2006

We love you MOM! Rest in Peace!

Flo Omasta

February 15, 2006

I will always remember Carmen and her many trips to take care of business at Bright school and our little," How are you today "and "Whats new?",chit chates, as she was coming or going to school.



I offer my deepest sympathies and condolences to all the Arias and Martinez familes. Love Flo Omasta

Maria and Niall McShane and Family

February 15, 2006

Dear Family of Carmen:

We send our deepest sympathies to you and your beautiful family. We so enjoyed our times with Grammy. What a gal!

Irene Marquez

February 14, 2006

Chris,

My heart goes out to you and your family. Your mom was a tiny and sweet yet powerful woman. She will live that way in my thoughts forever.



May the love and support of your family be with you.

ross wolfson

February 14, 2006

Deepest sympathies and condolences go out to Lucia and the entire Arias family.



Ross Wolfson-Bowen'72

Jack & Peg Percival

February 14, 2006

Carmen was a wonderful woman. She will be sorely missed.



Jack & Peg Percival

Marge Tomich

February 14, 2006

Our deepest sympathy to the entire Arias and Martinez families.



Marge and Don Tomich

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