Search by Name

Search by Name

Peter Najera Obituary

Najera, Peter J. age 41, of Naperville, IL., at rest Friday, March 4, 2005, born December 12, 1963, beloved husband of Dawn, loving father of Michael and Alexis, cherished son of Irene (Ariel) Campuzano and the late Peter Najera, fond brother of Rodolfo Campuzano, John Pena, Monica Najera, Melissa Najera, and Maria (Michael) Zmija. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 8th, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 1500 Brookdale Road, Naperville, IL. Interment Assumption Cemetery, Wheaton, IL. Visitation Monday, March 7th, from 3 to 8 p.m., at Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home, 44 S. Mill Street, Naperville, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorial may be directed to the Najera Children's Education Fund, c/o Harris Bank, 503 N. Washington St., Naperville, IL. 60566-7027. Info. 630-355-0213 or www.friedrich-jones.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 6, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Peter Najera

Not sure what to say?





Rudy

April 5, 2005

Thank you all for signing,

Maria F

March 16, 2005

My Dearest Dearest Peter:

Oh how I will miss you! I will miss our chats, your advice and encouragement. You were EXCEPTIONAL in EVERYTHING you did!! I will miss you and will miss not being able to talk to you or see you again. You told me to never say never. Well now I can. I know I will NEVER see you again here on earth. I have wonderful memories of you and will keep them close. May the joy you brought to those you were in contact with on this earth, remain in their hearts. May you shine in heaven. Someday, dear Peter, we will meet again..

Love always, Maria

Mary

March 16, 2005

To Pete's family:

He was the best man around. He often spoke of his children and going to football games with his brother and family. Oh how he loved DA BEARS! He will be greatly missed! He was terrific in every way.

Love, Mary

Gabriel Najera

March 14, 2005

Dear Uncle Peter

I will always miss you and love you I will not forget you. Love always your nephew Gabriel

Gail & Dino Bastas

March 11, 2005

Dear Dawn, Michael & Alexis,

We were fortunate to work with Pete at Phelan, Pope & John. We were shocked and very saddened to hear the news about Pete. He was always such a nice person and you could always count on Pete to have a smile on his face. We are sure you have many loving and happy memories with Pete and we hope that those memories guide you through your grief. Our prayers and sympathy are with you all.

Lori Duff

March 8, 2005

My dearest Pete-I

Where do I begin. How I enjoyed the time that I spent with you. Our daily laughing fits with Nancy and Lisa will never leave my mind. You were an OUTSTANDING man in every way. God Bless you and your family. Love Lori

Nancy Witt

March 8, 2005

Dear Dawn & Family,



I just received the news today and I'm still in a state of shock. I worked with Pete for many years at Phelan, Pope & John. He was a hard worker but so much more. He brought so much warmth and laughter to all of us. Everybody liked Pete from staff to partners. I remember the times he couldn't join us for lunch because he was playing basketball with Dick Devine.

Pete was a very lucky man to have such a wonderful wife & children and so many friends who loved him. I will always remember Pete with a smile for knowing him has made my life richer.

Rudy Campuzano

March 7, 2005

My dear sweet brother noomsy,

You were everything I wanted to be pete, cool, funny, charming, and you did everything a big brother was supposed to do. You looked out for me and took me to my first games in any sport. I dont know how else to put it but thank you for everything you ever did for me. Pete you will be missed every day.

Love your little brother Rudy

Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results

Make a Donation
in Peter Najera's name

Memorial Events
for Peter Najera

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Peter's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Peter Najera's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more