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John Reyes Obituary

Reyes, Sr., John J. 86, of Cicero, loving husband of the late Kathleen; devoted father of Susan (Jim) Kane, John, Jr. C.P.D., Carl (Sandy), Joseph, Cynthia (Louis) Nava, Patrick (Kelly), Gina (Michael) Adams, Melissa (Bill) Welsch, Stephen C.P.D., Brian and the late Robert and Mary Elizabeth; dearest grandfather of 22; fond Boompa of four. Funeral services Thursday, 9 a.m., at Ivins/Moravecek Funeral Home, 80 E. Burlington St., Riverside to Mary Queen of Heaven. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday, 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral info. 708-447-2261 or www.ivinsfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 6, 2007.

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Ashly Reyes

March 9, 2007

Dearest Pa, You will truly be missed by Gianna and I. Words cannot express how much of a wonderful man you were! It always brightened my day to talk to you and see you so happy around the family! I always felt welcome in your home and your childrens homes they were all brought up very well! Now you are in a better place and may you forever rest in peace! We love you, Ashly and Gia :)

Dave and Sheila Ford

March 8, 2007

To the entire Reyes Family,

Your Father was a very good man. He and your mother raised a very loving, accepting group of very good people. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

Love,

Patrick Reyes

March 7, 2007

Pa,
words can not tell the sorrow i feel, so i will not even try. You were the strongest man i ever knew, so in your honor, i will be strong for my family and others as well. I had to grow up a little more on Sunday. I do want to say one thing, something i think children take for granted. I whispered it in your ear on sunday, i will say it again. THANK YOU!
your proud son and family
Pat, Kelly, Sammy and Mackenzie

Alyssa Sajdak/Reyes

March 7, 2007

Grandpa,
You were my angel on Earth but now my guardian angel in heaven! So many loving memories i have with you..especially meeting you for the first time! You always had a smile that could brighten even the darkest days..and that i will never forget. The way you welcomed people with open arms,your smile that would brighten the day,your kind heart,and your kiss that could make the tears go away! Things will never be the same without you here..but you live in all of our hearts! You were an amazing man but even more of an amazing Grandfather! I will forever cherish the memories you and me share! You will forever live on in my heart Grandpa. I LOVE YOU and will FOREVER MISS YOU! Say hi to Grandma and Uncle Robert for me!! I know you 3 will always be shining down on our family and watching over us! I love you Grandpa with every piece and beat of my heart!
Love always,
your granddaughter Alyssa

Angela Reyes

March 6, 2007

I love you Grandpa! I loved seeing you smile when I went to visit you! I loved making you smile! You knew how to brighten up my day, and I thank you!

Becki Reyes

March 6, 2007

Pa,
Thank you for always treating me with love and respect. You were always kind and thoughtful to myself and my girls. You personally helped me and Steve thru some rough times and all just to make our lives a little bit easier. I am so very thankful that you knew my girls and that they have many memories of you in their lives. Thank you for Stephen, he is the very best father a mother could ever ask for for her children and who he is , is a testament to the strength of his parents and all you and Ma taught him. He loves our girls more then anything on earth, exactly the same way you love your children.
My heart will forever be a bit more empty knowing I will never see your smile again. You were one of the strongest, sweetest men I have ever had the honor of knowing. I pray that you , Ma, and Robert are all together again, watching over my angels here on earth. I love you Pa, and thank you for loving me back.

Martha Alvarez (Reyes)

March 6, 2007

Reyes family:

I had the pleasure of knowing your father - he was very kind and loving - a legacy that we can all learn from!

My deepest sympathy to all of you. May you find comfort in knowing that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many today and always.

Love to all of you.

Lou Nava

March 6, 2007

Dear Pa, Thank you for over 20 years of your love and kindness. You've always treated me like one of your own sons, and I will always cherish that memory of you. You will always be in my heart. Your loving son in law, Lou Nava

Kelly Therapos

March 6, 2007

To my Dear Sweet Grandfather,
May you go to Heaven and be at peace with Grandma and Uncle Robert. My heart is full of memories of you and although I'll never be the same-having you for my Grandpa for the last 29 years makes everything a little easier. I will miss you more than words can say. Mia misses you too and we'll tell our two new babies all about you one day. We love you and you were always "Putty Charp" in my book too!
All my undying love, Your Granddaughter Kelly
and Andreas, Mia and Babies.

Greg & Liz Dybas

March 6, 2007

Our heartfelt sympathy to the Reyes Family. Your loving friends, The Dybas Family

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