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Joe Rivas Obituary

Rivas, Joe A. Beloved husband of Julia (nee Banich), loving father of Angelina, Sara and Joe Jr., beloved son of the late Joe and Pauline Rivas, dear brother of Wanda Carasco, Georgia (Pedro) Felix, Robert (Rosemary), and Raymond Rivas, dear son-in-law of Marija and the late Zvonko Banich, brother-in-law to Nada (the late Mate) Vasilj, Tom and Tony Banich, and Irene (Warren) Novak, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Monday, 9:15 a.m. from Michael Coletta Sons Funeral Home, 544 W. 31st St., to St. Jerome Croatian Church. Mass 10:00 a.m. Cremation private. In lieu of flowers, donations to the family will be deeply appreciated. Visitation Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 312-225-8500

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 13, 2008.

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Wanda Carrasco

December 16, 2008

To my brother Joey ("The Greatest"),
I will hold you in my heart forever.
I Love You!

Sandra Navas

December 15, 2008

Dear Family of Joe, my life time friend and brother, I share in your loss and pray that each of you remember the good memories. I instantly think of his cool and stylish ways of his youth when I remember him. We all hold fond memories, these are the gifts of life. As we share in the sorrow of his early departure let us hold close the joy of his life. With love from your sister Sandy.

Jacqueline Carrasco & Joseph Rodriguez

December 15, 2008

Uncle Joey, I have so many memories of when I was little & going over to your house for bday parties & holidays. You will forever be remembered & missed. You, Joey, Sara & Angelina are in my prayers.

Greg & Regina Baiocchi

December 15, 2008

Dear Rivas Family:

We extend our warmest condolences to you as we bid adieu to our friend Joey. Look for the rainbow God promises after each storm knowing that we watch and pray with you. Love always,

Michelle Michalski

December 14, 2008

Dear Julie and Angel-
I worked with Joe a Lake Villa for a short time, but just wanted you to know what he meant to me. He was such a sweet man who could always put a smile on my face. His warm, gentle heart and easy way made him a very unique person. I have thought of him many times over the past few years and am sorry I had not seen him for so long. Having had Joe in my life, though for a short time, was such a Blessing. My heart goes out to you both and the rest of Joe's family.
With all our love-
Michelle Michalski and family

Carol English

December 13, 2008

Dear Julie & Angel I am so sorry for your loss. Joe was a wonderful person to work with. He love the kids he drove. I will miss him. I work with Joe at Lake Villa. My prayers are with you. Carol English

Veronica, Hector, Matthew, & Viviana Zuniga

December 13, 2008

We will miss such a wonderful uncle that always made us laugh with his wild stories. In our hearts forever until we meet again.

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