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Kenneth Varela Obituary

Varela II, Kenneth P. age 31, late of South Chicago, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2002, beloved son of Susan Gaona and Kenneth P. Varela, cherished companion of Paula Daniel, loving brother of Cynthia (Richard) Richards and Nicholas Gaona, dearest grandson of the late Peter (Vera) Gaona, fond nephew of the late Peter (Grace), Ruben (Linda), Robert (Belinda), Nancy (Ralph) Perez and numerous cousins. Mr. Varela was employed with the City of Chicago and a member of Mixtecas M.C. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 1, 2002, at 9:15 a.m., from Brown Funeral Home, 2939 E. 95th St., Chicago, IL, to St. Michael Catholic Church for Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at Rest Holy Cross Cemetery, Calumet City, IL. Visitation Tuesday and Wednesday, 2 to 9 p.m. 773-768-0155 Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jul. 30 to Jul. 31, 2002.

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Tony Ramirez

August 6, 2002

To Mom, Sister & Paula

and the rest of the family. We take this time to reflect on the things that were shared with Kenny B.K.A Diesel. Some with laughter and sometimes with tear, but for me and my family are experiences and his presence will remain in ours life's FOREVER.....

GOD BLESS YOU ALL

THE RAMIREZ FAMILY

(ATTIC)

LISA ROBLES

July 31, 2002

SUE,BIG KENNY,CINDY & PAULA



MY PRAYERS R W/ U ALL IN THIS TIME OF NEED, NOTHING WE SAY OR DO CAN TAKE THE PAIN U FEEL. MY PRAYERS R WITH U ALL.



I CAN REMEMBER PLAYING KICK THE CAN, GOING TO THE HOOD PLAYING DODGE BALL, AND ALL THE OTHER GAMES US BUSH RATS DID, AND IT IS SOMETHING ILL NEVER FORGET JUST LIKE ILL NEVER FORGET KENNY!

July 31, 2002

In the early morning of July 28, 2002 I saw Kenny for the first and last time. In the few short minutes I spent with him he taught me a lot even without a word spoken. His death has touched me in a way that I cannot explain or put into words. I just wanted to let you, Susan and Kenneth that through your son’s life a lesson was learned and will stay imprinted in my heart and mind until it is my time to pass.

philip melendrez

July 31, 2002

susan/cindy,nothing anybody does or says can make sense of this tragedy. i hope though all the love and support you receive can help you through this difficult time. kenny was a dear friend and a very loving human being. he will be missed by all especially his friends from greenbay. again let me express my deepest sympathies. philrod

Liz (Varela) Hampe

July 31, 2002

Susan/Cindy: I know there is nothing harder for both of you to go through. The pain may never go away; but I will pray that you are able to go forward and remember all the love that you shared with Kenny.



God is with you to carry you during this difficult time and will remain with you hereafter.



Love & God Bless you.



Liz

sonia biegel

July 31, 2002

lil. kenny:

you are going to be missed.i love you and in my heart i always will. you are now up in heaven with your grandparents and others aunts and uncles. god bless you all.

love

auntie sonia

Laura Cerda

July 31, 2002

Susan and Cynthia,

My family and I are deeply sorry for your loss. Although no one can ever truly know what you are going through, I'd just like you to know that we are here for you. Losing a person like Kenny is hard, but you have to remember the good times...you'll never ever be over this, but hopefully you'll realize how much of a blessing it was to have Kenny with you. Kenny will always watch out for you two.



Paula,

I'm sorry about your loss. Always remember the love that you two shared! Kenny is always going to be watching over you.

Barbara E. Gomez (Varela)

July 30, 2002

I haven't seen my Kenny my cousin since we were kids. What I do remember is that he was a great kid and I'm sure a good person.



Love and God Bless the Family,



Barbara

Rich Melendrez

July 30, 2002

Kenny fit a lifetime into 31 short years. The lessons I learned from Kenny will last me til I am gone. He was young with ol' school values. His love was worn on his sleeve and u knew when Kenny cared, because he always cared. He cared for many, that love was straight from his heart. No one will ever give more than Kenny, because that love is all anyone could want. God bless him and us for we will all miss him.

Mela Mendiola ,Patricia Navarro, Carol Martinez

July 30, 2002

Please accept our deepest condolences on your loss. Kenny was a wonderful person and a great guy.

Our prayers are with Kenny's family and Paula. God Bless You Always!

Jose (RAM) Ramirez

July 30, 2002

My deepest sympathy to Kenny's family and Paula, may God comfort you and guide you through this difficult time. Diesel will be in our hearts and prayers forever.



Mixtecas Forever - Forever Mixtecas

Linda (Aunt) Garcia

July 30, 2002

Susan and Cindy, you have my deepest sympathy. The pain you are going through is unbearable. I just want you both to know that you both will be in my prayers. I love you no matter what.



Little Kenny I will miss you dearly. Even if we seen each other on occasions. You grew up to be a wonderful man. Always respectfull, caring and loving to me. I love you.



God bless you both.

Gail & Bob Guzman

July 30, 2002

Our deepest sympathy on the lost of your son. He was a very nice person.

Pamie Varela

July 30, 2002

Paula, I'm so sorry for your lost. Always remember the good times you shared with Kenny, he loved you so much, for him to tell me that, you know it's true. May God give you the strength you need during and after these sad times. love Pamie



Susan & cynthia,

I pray to God to give you the strength, love and faith to guide you through this sad time. Words can't express the pain I feel for your whole family. Kenny cared and loved you all very much.He will be missed. my deepest sympathies go out the you all. love Pamie

Tony Garcia

July 30, 2002

My sympathies go out to Aunt Susan, Uncle Kenny and Cindy for this loss of a great son and brother. He will truly be missed. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.



Love,



Tee, Dee, Ashley and Alycia Garcia

Eddie Cerda

July 30, 2002

Sue & Cindy,



I'm sorry for your lost. Kenny was one fantastic guy, as both of you know. He was my friend, one heck of a stand up guy. Kenny being taken from us is not fair, but its part of someones master plan. I loved the guy like a brother, I am gonna miss him so. If theres anything I can do just ask, I'm there. May God be with the both of you, Keep the Faith.

Tanya Diaz

July 30, 2002

Kenny you are gone but will never be forgotten. The memories you left will live on in all of us forever.



Love,

Tanya

Eddie (Coach) Cerda

July 30, 2002

Paula,



I dont know what to say right now to make things a little easier. I can tell you this, I'm gonna miss the man we called Diesel. He was everything I wanted in a friend, sincere, true and simply a man's man. Paula, call on me if there any thing I can do, or stop by the Bay if you want to hear a few Diesel stories that would make you laugh. My deepest sympathies from myself, Theresa and our kids.

Debbie Saucedo

July 30, 2002

Susan, I pray that God will give you the strength to have peace during this time. Even with such a tragic loss, please know that Kenny is definitely in a much better place. His job here was done and God needed Kenny “home”. He is now in heaven probably riding a bike that would be the envy of all his friends. Only instead of wheels, the bike now has wings.



Paula, I do not know you personally, but you are also in my thoughts in prayers. You are lucky to have found such a wonderful man in Kenny. I pray that you also have peace within yourself.

Beatrice Guzman

July 30, 2002

My condolences to Kenny's family, Paula and everyone that lost a bestfriend. It is truly a great lost.

Angie Ruiz

July 30, 2002

Paula - My heart goes out to you. My condolences to you and your family. You told me that you don't know what you were going to do. I said the same thing almost two years ago and want you to know that you will find a way. Just remember that Kenny loved you as much as you loved him. You both know this. It may sound strange, but Paula, talk to him and remind him of your love. He will hear you and it will bring you some degree of comfort.. I know because I talk to Steve everyday and remind him of how much I love him and it helps get me through the day. Please know Paula that if you need to talk, I am here for you. Call me anytime 375-1612.



Susan - I can truly say that I know how broken your heart is right now. My deepest condolences. Kenny was a great person. Remember he smile and what a beautiful person he was. Like I told Paula, talk to him and it will help. It's not the same as having him here, but I know he will hear you and is with you now. Everytime he and Steve were together, they always had me laughing. He's at God's side now. God bless you and your family. If you ever need to talk to someone who has been through the heartbreak of losing a son, please do not hesitate to call me (375-1612).

Mary Coffey

July 30, 2002

To Paula and Ken's family:



I am deeply saddened by your tragic loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.



Mary and Jim Coffey and family.

Bill Wells

July 30, 2002

I am deeply sorry for your loss. I will always remember Kenny from when we were growing up and playing running bases, kick the can and riding around the neighborhood on bikes. May God bless you and your whole family.

Chris Biegel

July 30, 2002

Kenny - you will be missed.



Love,

Chris

Mr. & Mrs. Ray and Alma Cerda

July 30, 2002

Our deepest sympathy goes the family of Kenny Varela, he was a wonderful friend and he will be deeply missed by our family. He will be in a better place watching over us! Kenny we love you and miss you.



Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Cerda and Kids..

Megan Hoffenkamp

July 30, 2002

Paula,



Please know that there are many people who love you and are here for you during this time of sadness.



Always remember the good times and even the bad times you spent together - and know that Ken will always be with you in your heart.



One day at a time is all you can expect, but it will get easier, and things will be alright.



Love & Prayers for you & your family.



Megan

Rosio L. Zavala

July 30, 2002

I am deeply sorry about your lost.

May God Bless you !



Rosio L. Zavala

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