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Martin Avila Obituary
Avila Jr., Martin "Marty" age 42, passed away suddenly August 15, 2003, late of South Deering, beloved son of Mary Ellen and Martin Avila Sr., loving brother of Mike (Maritza) Avila, Mary (Jay) Latasiewicz, Mona and Lola Avila, Ray (Carrie) and Gilbert Avila, dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. Marine Corps Veteran. Employee of City of Chicago. Visitation Tuesday, 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Wednesday at 9:15 a.m. from the Elmwood Chapel, 11200 S. Ewing Ave., to St. Kevin Church. Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. 773-731-2749To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Martin Avila
5 Entries
Margarita Gorbet (Gonzalez)
August 19, 2003
Our Thoughts and prayers are with Marty's family. My brothers, Salvador and Ramiro were good friends with Marty (and his family) Marty spent alot of time at our house. We have many good memories of him....AND LOT'S OF STORIES!!
THOSE WHO BLOOM
IN THE HEARTS OF OTHERS
NEVER FADE AWAY.....
MAY YOU FIND COMFORT AND STRENGTH
IN YOUR MEMORIES OF MARTY.
Denise (Rodriguez) Camarillo
August 18, 2003
My deepest sympathy to marty's parents and the family-I am so sorry to hear about Marty'S Passing we were friends long ago through school and so.deering,and he will truly be missed by all...
Bill Miles
August 18, 2003
I have many childhood memories of Marty and myself. He was a true friend. My thoughts are with you.
Bill Miles and family
Ed Harris
August 18, 2003
Marty Was a good man..I worked with him for 10 years...to his family you have our deepest sorrows
Sincerely,
Ed Harris
& Family
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Jose Rojas
August 18, 2003
In behalf of the Rojas, Gonzalez and Acosta families, We share your pain. Receive our deepest simpaties
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