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Luis Alcala Obituary

Alcala, Luis A. Age 92, of Chicago passed away January 21, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Carmen; loving father of Louie (Ana), John (Elizabeth), Jesse, George (Lucinda), Richard (Elia), Robert (Isabel), Carmen (Juan) Perez, Maria (Jorge) Barrueta, Refujio "Cuco", Lupe, the late Christina, Maria Refujio, Malena (Jesus), Jose Luis (Celia) Arce; proud grandfather of 37; great-grandfather of 31; fond brother of Rodolfo (Vivian) Arce, and the late Jesus (the late Ofelia) Arce, and Elvira (Frank) Mena. Founder of Alcala's Western Wear. Visitation Friday, January 24th from 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and Saturday, January 25th from 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at Matz Funeral Home, 3440 N. Central Ave., Chicago. Friends please meet Monday, January 27th at St. John Bosco Church, 2250 N. McVicker, Chicago for 9:30 a.m. funeral Mass. Interment St. Mary Cemetery, Evergreen Park. For info: (773)545-5420 or www.matzfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 23, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
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Bill and Michelle Marhoefer

January 17, 2022

Many blessings to the entire Alcala Family on the anniversary of your beloved father and grandfather's passing. He really was a wonderful person that created quite a legacy.

Michelle and Billy Marhoefer

January 18, 2020

Richard and Family, Billy and I have known you for many years, it was such an honor for me to paint the portrait of your father. I will never forget the celebration! God bless your dad, love Billy and Michelle Marhoefer

the Mota Family

January 29, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. May you find comfort and peace in the memory of your dad.

January 29, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your
time of grief. May your memories bring you
comfort.

The staff of Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care

Christina Alcala

January 27, 2014

Don't think of him as gone away his journey's just begun, life holds so many facets this earth is only one.

Just think of him as resting
from the sorrows and the tears in a place of warmth and comfort where there are no days and years.

Think how he must be wishing
that we could know today how nothing but our sadness
can really pass away.

And think of him as living
in the hearts of those he touched...for nothing loved is ever lost and he was loved so much.

Alicia/ Cathy Otero

January 26, 2014

Our prayers our with you and you whole family may God Bless you through your sad time.

Cathy ramirez

January 26, 2014

May God be with you during these sad times, my prayers are with always.

M G

January 25, 2014

My sympathy goes to the Alcala family. Take notice in what God tells us so that your heart will be comforted-Romans 12:2

January 25, 2014

I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope that in time comfort can be found in reading Matt 5:4 in this time of sorrow.

Guillermo Mendoza

January 25, 2014

We would like to express our deepest sympathies to the Alcala family.

The Mendoza family

gloria diaz

January 24, 2014

sorry for your loss may god bless u

Alice Alcala

January 24, 2014

Dearest Alcala family,
I send my deepest condolences. Luis was a great man who left a legacy that anyone would take pride in. He married a wonderful woman and together they raised a great family. He will be missed however he will always be remembered . - Alice Alcala

MANUEL RAMIREZ

January 24, 2014

ALL MY SYMPATHY FROM ALL THE RAMIREZ FAMILY. GOD BLESS YOU

Cindy Ramirez

January 24, 2014

God Bless Mr.Alcala may he rest in peace

Cynthia Garcia

January 24, 2014

We would like to extend our Deepest Sympathy to the Alcala Family. May the Lord help you make it through this very Sad time. God Bless Mr. Alcala & May he forever R.I.P. Love & Prayers Cynthia & Manuel & Family Garcia.

ELIA ALCALA

January 24, 2014

ELIA ALCALA

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ELIA ALCALA

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ELIA ALCALA

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ELIA ALCALA

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ELIA ALCALA

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ELIA ALCALA

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ELIA ALCALA

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ELIA ALCALA

January 24, 2014

Samuel Gutierrez

January 24, 2014

To the Alcala Family I extend my sincerest condolences. May God comfort you during this time.

John , Patsy Dillon

January 24, 2014

Sorry For Your Loss May God Be with you All .

Rebecca Araiza

January 23, 2014

To the Alcala family, my prayers go out to you and your family. May God see you through this time.

Elia Alcala

January 23, 2014

To my grandfather rest in peace thank you for everything the light of Alcala's Western Wear 42 years of business Alcala's legacy lives on

He will remain forever in our hearts

Christina Alcala

January 23, 2014

Laura Leon

January 23, 2014

On behalf the children and children of Ramiro Alcala, please accept on our condolences. Your father was an amazing man.

January 23, 2014

Many heartfelt blessings during this difficult time. God be with you all.
Susan Vega

Billy and Michelle Marhoefer

January 23, 2014

Dear Rich, Elia and Family,

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your Papa. He was a kind and dignified man that started so much for you. This is very difficult and you have our deepest sympathy. Sincerely, Billy and Michelle Marhoefer.

Sandra Hdz-Lopez

January 23, 2014

Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, may you take comfort in knowing another angel is watching over the Alcala's Family!
I remember Sr. Alcala walking into the store so proud—great looking viejito!

January 23, 2014

To the family of Luis Alcala may God give you comfort and peace by means of prayer - Philippians 4:6,7. My deepest sympathy

January 23, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Please be comforted in knowing God cares for you and will help you in your time of need. 1 Pet. 5:7

January 23, 2014

I am sorry to hear of the lost of your loved one. Please be comforted knowing that God loves and cares for you. He will help you during this sad time. James 4:8.

Diane. Chicago, IL

Laura Salazar

January 23, 2014

My deepest sympathy and prayers to the Entire Alcala Family. He was truely a great man and will be greatly missed.

Andrea

January 23, 2014

Offering my deepest sympathy to the family. During this time of sorrow, may you draw close to God, and He will draw close to you. James 4:8.

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3440 N. Central Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634

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2250 N. McVicker, Chicago , IL

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