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Raymond Esparza Obituary

Esparza, Raymond "Ronnie" 49, died suddenly, beloved husband of Julie (nee West), loving father of Melissa and Aimee, devoted son of Raymond and the late Patricia Reaber (Russ LaBarbera) and the late Diane Esparza, dear son-in-law of Geraldine (late Ronald) West, dearest brother of the late Richard, dear godfather, "brother", uncle, nephew, brother-in-law, cousin and friend of many. Funeral Tuesday, November 13, at 9 a.m., from Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Home, 6250 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, to St. Hedwig Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. Visitation Monday, 3 to 9 p.m. Info: 773-774-0366 or www.colonialfuneral.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 11, 2007.

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Frances Krafthefer

November 6, 2022

It´s been awhile since I´ve written. We still think and pray for peace for your family. Since Ronnie passed, so have many of our relatives. My own Mom & Dad, my sister in law, both of my Uncles. Aunt Rita and Ray are now gone. We pray they are all together again. Just wanted to let you all know we still hold Ronnie and his family in our thoughts & prayers. God Bless

Frances Krafthefer

November 5, 2008

Dear Esparza Family,
It's coming up to a year that we have been without Ray. We hope the struggle you faced without him has made you stronger. We have a new President Elect and Ray never got to see the first mixed raced american become President. It is a major event in history. I am not sure where Ray stood on politics, but I am sure he would have seen the good in this person and hope for his family's future would improve with this change. We just wanted you to know we think of you all often and wish to peace.

Frances Krafthefer

March 9, 2008

It's already March of 2008. We are changing to daylight savings time. Soon it will be warmer weather and familiar things Ray would have done with his family or the house will not get done. I still think of you Ray and what you are missing. I am so sorry for that. Rest, we will all be together some day sooner or later.
I pray for your family that they stay well and remember all that you mean to them.

Ronnie Julie and Melissa

November 16, 2007

Serious Ronnie

November 16, 2007

Sunny Ronnie

November 16, 2007

Frances Esparza-Krafthefer

November 15, 2007

Dear Julie, Melissa and Aimee
I am sorry not to know any of you personally. We still feel your pain and sorrow for your loss. I am Frank Esparza's oldest daughter Frances. I introduced myself on Tuesday morning. My husband and I were there at the wake to pay our respects to the Esaprza family. I only recently had an opportunity to see Ronnie again when my Uncle Eco came into town and wanted to see his old friend Ray. Ronnie came with his dad that day. Ronnie was excited to talk about his family and daughters. He had given me his address and email with Bosch. I only wish that we had gotten together as we had promissed at the time. I am so glad he was loved and happy. We all have you and your daughters to thank for that. I wish you peace. It will take a long time to get used to being without Ronnie. When a gentle man, a loving man passes away before he is ready it leaves a mark on those he leaves behind. Oh, but the memories he left behind will remind us how much time he never wasted. I don't know when I will see you and your daughters again. But remember I will keep you in my heart and pray for your family.

James Kraus

November 15, 2007

Julie,My thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughters.Ray and I worked together at Bosch/Skil for several years and we made trips to Arkansas together.Ray will be missed by all of us that were touched by him.He was always caring and helpful to his co-workers.I retired from Bosch four years ago.

Cleal Family

November 13, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time. Ronnie was always so very proud of his daughters; he would be especially proud of the incredible eulogy delivered by Melissa. Remember him in your heart and he will always be with you.

Steve Del Vecchio

November 12, 2007

Julie,
Terry and my hearts go out to you and your daughters at this time and in the days ahead.
Ron will be missed by all.
He was a good friend,father and uncle.
As long as they are remembered they are allways with us.

Fr. Gene Szarek, C.R.

November 11, 2007

Dear Julie and Daughters,

My deepest sympathy on the death of your beloved Ronnie. May choirs of angels welcome him into paradise, and may the peace of the Risen Lord accompany you on the journey of your life. I share your sorrow.

Gene Szarek, C.R.

charlotte malinowski

November 11, 2007

my prayers are with your family at this difficult time.i am dianes cousin chotzie.

John Mackey

November 11, 2007

My deepest and sincerest condolences to your family.Ronnie was a good man and will be missed we shared many good times in the neighborhood.May God Bless you in this difficult time.Sincerly John

Judy Hill

November 11, 2007

Julie,

My deepest sympathy to you and your girls. May you find strength in God's love to see you through this most difficult time. My heart aches for your loss. Always know that you are in my thoughts and prayers, and that I am giving you the biggest hug right now.

I'm always here for you Julie. I love you.

Judy

The Staff of Colonial Wojciechowski Funeral Home

November 11, 2007

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