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Maura Chavez Obituary

Chavez, Maura Age 75, loving mother of Michael Thomas Downs, Sean Patrick Downs, and Ana Maria (James Abraham) Downs; Cherished grandmother of Kurtis, Taylor and Morgan Downs; survived by sisters, Olga and Yolanda and brothers, Jamie and Jesus. Memorial visitation Sunday, July 22nd 4:00 pm until 9:00 pm at Drake and Son Funeral Home 5303 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL. Memorial Mass Monday 10:00 am at St. Jerome Church 1709 W. Lunt Interment private. In lieu of flowers memorials to St. Jerome Church. For further information (773) 561-6874.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 20, 2012.

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July 27, 2012

Maura and I shared so many wonderful times together from before we were married and until her last days. Even though we did not see each other for so many years, we would recall our times together on the phone and with greeting cards. How I will miss my most special and long time friend. My sincere condolences to her children and grandchildren who loved her so much and to the Downs family.
Pat Williams, San Antonio, TX

John & Gloria Cadena

July 21, 2012

To my cousins, our prayers are with you all at this time. Know that she is with our Heavenly Father and with everyone who has gone before her. She has made it HOME. What a blessing. I love you all and you are all in my thoughts.

July 21, 2012

To the family of Maura, I'm sorry for your lost. I know and have been friends of the Chavez family in Sonora for many years. Olga is my dear friend. I also loved Maura's mother (Gramma) I pray God will comfort your family at this difficult time. Nancy Johnson, Sonora, Texas.

David Chavez

July 21, 2012

My cousins.My heart is heavy for you all you in this time of sorrow.You all are in our prayers during this difficult time. She will missed by many. Sincerely yours ,David Chavez and family.

David Perez

July 21, 2012

Our deepest sympathies to the Chåvez and Downs families. In this moment of grief we stand in solidarity with you beyond time and space knowing that we are all one. We embrace you in our love and prayers.

David & Juana Perez, El Paso, Texas

Sally Vering

July 21, 2012

My deepest sympathies to the Chavez and Downs families. Sorry I cannot be there in person to say farewell and pay my condolences. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. She will be missed!

Maria Cruz & Jose Aguirre

July 20, 2012

Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. She was a wonderful lady.

Laura Nunez

July 20, 2012

Our prayers and thoughts are with you always. She will be missed. Sincerely Laura and Donato Nunez

Mercy & Aunt Olga

July 20, 2012

May God grant you peace and serenity in your time of sorrow.

rainbow hospice

July 20, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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