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Constance Cerda Obituary

Cerda, Constance T. "Connie" (nee Cortez) age 65 late of Hegewisch & formerly of South Chicago "The Bush" passed away on Wednesday, October 26, 2011. Beloved wife of the late Edward H. Cerda "Eddie" for 46 years. Loving mother of Edward (Theresa) Cerda, Natalie (Rick) Pedraza, late Nick Anthony Cerda, Laura Cerda, Camille Cerda & Raymond (Alma) Cerda. Devoted grandmother of Vanessa, Stephanie, Jazmine, Jr. Boy, Caressa, Anyssa, Alexis, Laura "Baby Girl", Mareo, Nick "Nickster", R.J., Julisa , Robert & Antonio. Great-grandmother of Giovony "Gio", Christian, Melanie, Adrian & Jayden. Dear daughter of the late Raymond O & late Stella G. Cortez. Dearest sister of Raymond Cortez, late Renee (Rich) Garcia, Roxanne (John) Samora & Roy (Susie) Cortez. Fond niece of Anita Sandoval, Lupe Rivas & Hope Garcia. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins & dear friends. Visitation Friday 2-9 p.m. Funeral services Saturday, October 29, 2011 at 8:45 a.m. from the Elmwood Chapel 11200 S. Ewing Ave. Chicago to Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery Evergreen Park, IL. 773-731-2749. www.elmwoodchapel.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 27, 2011.

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Irma Alicea

August 5, 2017

So terribly sorry

Diana Chavez-Calleros

October 28, 2011

May our Almighty Father welcome Connie into his Kingdom with open arms as she was a wonderful and amazing woman. My deepest sympagthy to her family.

Don Varela

October 28, 2011

Dear Family of Connie Cerda;
You have my deepest sympathy about your lost one. I knew her and Eddie and the rrest of the family for a very long time. I'm so sorry I could'nt make it to the wake or funeral. Our sympathy to John, Choco and Rick.
Mr. & Mrs.Don(Donuts)Varela
1414 Rokosz Lane Dyer,IN 46311

Toni Sawicki

October 28, 2011

May God shower The Family of Connie with His Loving, Comforting and Healing Blessings. I went to High School with Connie. I am so sorry for your loss..Praying for all of Connie's Family

MARK ROGERS

October 28, 2011

May, GOD keep you & your family in his hands. With LOVE from MARK ROGERS & FAMILY

October 27, 2011

Natalie and Family,
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. Your mom was an amazing person. This world will miss her dearly.

Love-
Norma, Carlos, Carlitos, Natalie & Emily

Lynne Gapski

October 27, 2011

Natalie and Family...
Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. You will be in our prayers.
Lynne & Mike Gapski & Family

Nancy Quoss

October 27, 2011

Natalie and Family,

My heart goes out to all of you during the days ahead -- I'm so sorry you're having to face such a great loss in your life.

Nancy Quoss

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