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Edward Lara Obituary

Lara, Edward 54 years. Beloved husband of Jacqueline Choate-Lara (nee Magallanes); Loving father of Edward Thomas Lara, Diane Nicole Lara, Venessa Choate, Mario Gurrola and Anthony Gurrola; Cherished grandfather of Kayla, Jenna, Olivia, Anthony, Tony and Christina; Devoted son of Alfonso Lara and Geraldine (Thomas) Rossini; Treasured brother of Cathy (Augustine) Olivos, Angelina (Andrew) Tylka, Chrissy (Edward) Pacura and Thomas (Sharon) Lara; Dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Monday 8:30 am from Thompson & Kuenster Funeral Home, 5570 W. 95th St., Oak Lawn to St. Gerald Church for mass at 9:30 am. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Sunday from 2:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Member of Local 134 I.B.E.W. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Brain Tumor Association, 8550 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Suite 550, Chicago, IL 60631 would be greatly appreciated. www.thompsonkuensterfuneralhome.com, 708-425-0500

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 28, 2013.

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June 18, 2013

Jacqui, I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to and your family. I will keep you in my prayers.

God bless and take care

Dena

April 29, 2013

My thoughts and prayers with the Lara and Gurrola family.

April 29, 2013

Dear Jaqui
Just heard the sad and shocking news. Our deepest condolences. Anita and I feel so bad for your loss. Our love and prayers are with you.
Love Steve

crystal carpenter

April 29, 2013

May the "God of all comfort" be with the family as you go through this challenging time in your lives.

Cheryl

April 28, 2013

Sorry for your lost. May the family find comfort in God's word the Bible.

Larry & Sally Magallanes

April 28, 2013

Deepest condolences to Jacqui, Eddie, Jr. and all other family and friends of Ed's. He loved life, family, sports--especially his Chicago Bears. Ed fought cancer bravely. Our comfort is we know heaven has no sickness or pain. We are praying for you.

Love,

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