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Elias Lopez Obituary


Lopez Jr., Sergeant Elias "BJ" age 23, of Chicago, an honorable member of the United States Army, tragically passed away Sunday, February 21, 2010. Our Lord called upon him for his strength and courage and he shall be deeply missed. Treasured son to proud parents, Elias Lopez Sr. and Gracie (nee Alvarado) Lopez Sr., beloved brother to Dena (Guillermo) Contreras, Corrina (Mike) Esteban, Jimmy (Stephanie) Contreras, Savannah Lopez, Marcos (Jennifer) Lopez, and Adam Lopez, dearest grandson to Marcos and Rachel Alvarado and Ignacio and Clelia Lopez, loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Sgt. Elias Lopez Jr. was in the United States Army's 1st Cavalry Regiment at Fort Hood, TX. His awards and decorations included the Army Commendation Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Korean Serves Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon, and Army Service Ribbon. Funeral Service Saturday, March 6, 2010 at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, 8235 S. South Shore Dr., Chicago, at 10:00 a.m. for Mass of Christian Burial with Rev. John S. Breslin, officiating. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood. Friends are invited to meet with the family on Friday, from 3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the OWENS-RUZICH FUNERAL HOME, 816–119th St. (Corner of Rt. 41 and Calumet Ave. at 119th St.), Whiting, IN. For further information regarding service, please contact the OWENS-RUZICH FUNERAL HOME at 219-659-0417 or 219-659-0018

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 3, 2010.

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VANESSA AGUERO

March 24, 2010

IT HURTS SO MUCH TO ACCEPT YOUR NOT HERE ANY MORE. I HAVE NOTHING BUT WONDERFUL AND FUNNY MEMORIES OF YOU. I LOVE YOU COUSIN AND MISS YOU VERY MUCH R.I.P BJ

DEBBIE HEAD

March 10, 2010

FAMILY. WE HAVE SUFFERED YET ANOTHER TRAGIC LOSS TO OUR BELOVED FAMILY , GOD BLESS ELIAS LOPEZ JR. FOREVER HE SHALL REMAIN IN OUR SAVIOR'S KINGDOM AND IN OUR HEARTS. BELIEVE IN HIM AND LOVE HIM AND HIS WORD WILL SHOW US THE WAY. ONLY WORDS OF PRAYER WILL EVER COMFORT OUR BROKEN HEARTS . OUR PRAYERS, LOVE AND SUPPORT WILL BE WITH YOU ALWAYS.

Margie Jimenez

March 5, 2010

To all of BJ's family our deepest condolences go out to your family. Our church has been praying for you all since we heard of your lost. Remember what I told you guys that there is no pain GOD can not heal. Remember to ask GOD to help you get through this and HE will. The pain will never go way but it will easy with time. Grace I pray for you all the time and I know that there is nothing impossible for GOD. Dena you know I am here to help yous in anything you need!! Corrina, Jimmy, & Savannah remember the words that I spoke to you all. May God continue to help yous all in this time of sorrow. Rejoyce on the memories that you have of him and what he accomplished. Thank you for your service to our country. Thank you Lord
for letting us know BJ for the time we did.

Love you Guys

Nick & Salina Esteban

March 4, 2010

Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of "BJ"...He will forever be in our hearts and prayers and will forever be missed. May GOD bless you all in your times of sorrow and sadness...

Nicky & Salina (Hernandez) Esteban

Rosi Lujen

March 4, 2010

"It is God who arms me with strength and makes my way perfect. He makes my feet like the feet of a deer; he enables me to stand on the heights. He trains my hands for battle; my arms can bend a bow of bronze. You give me your shield of victory, and your right hand sustains me; you stoop down to make me great. You broaden the path beneath me, so that my ankles do not turn." - Psalm 18:32-36
Thank you BJ for being a hero to your parents, your brothers, your sisters,your friends, your family, and your country. May God Bless and welcome you HOME.

Samuel Perez

March 4, 2010

I am so sorry to hear about you loss. Our prayers and thought are with you and the rest of the family. I know by personal experience how tragic it can be to have lost someone you dearly love. Be strong for each other and continue to share the good memories that you have shared with him for the past 23 years. I love you all.

Uncle Sam

Juan and Mari Avila

March 3, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

He was just so much fun, loving, goofy and always made me laugh! I'll miss you so much Elias!

Cynthia Hernandez Anguiano

March 3, 2010

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. While we are mourning the loss of our friend and family memeber, others are rejoicing to meet him behind the veil. Words can’t explain how much I will miss you terribly! You are a beautiful person inside and out with a big great heart! I'm extremely honored to have met you. The moments that we spent together I will always keep them treasured in my heart! And I want to thank you for giving me the best days out of my life! I'm glad God put you in my path even if it was for a moment.

To Elias Jr.:
If we could bring you back again,
For one more hour or day,
We’d express all our unspoken love;
We’d have countless things to say.
If we could bring you back again,
We’d say we treasured you,
And that your presence in our lives
Meant more than we ever knew.
If we could bring you back again,
To tell you what we should,
You’d know how much we miss you now,
And if we could, we would.

To Dena, Corrina, Jimmy, The Lopez & Alvardo Family

My heart is reaching out to you,
For what you’re going through;
I’m thinking of you frequently
And praying for you, too.
If there’s something I can do,
Anything at all,
Think of me thinking of you,
And don’t hesitate to call.

My deepest condolences from my family to yours!

R.I.P. Sgt. Elias Lopez Jr.! You will never be forgotten! You will always be in my thoughts and prayers! Now every time I make Pozole it will always be for you!

With lots of Love,
Cynthia Hernandez Anguiano

Lisa Rios

March 3, 2010

To all the Family and Friends of BJ You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers at this time. May your memories bring you comfort. I will forever remember BJ's unforgettable and sincere smile. My sincere condolences. Love Lisa Rios (Esteban)

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