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Ruben Barrera Obituary

Barrera, Ruben P. beloved husband of Aurora "Guera" (nee Serrano), dear father of Dolores "Lola" (Benny) Espinoza, Anthony, Linda (Stephen) Casper and Vanessa (Ruben) Godinez, cherished grandfather of 10 and great grandfather of eight, fond brother of Margarita (the late George) Rieckenberg, Virginia (Louis) Pontillo, Elvera (Michael) Balich, Rita, Anita (Joseph) Dazzo, Richard (Maryann), Henry, and Raymond (Leticia). Funeral Saturday, 9:15 a.m., from Dalcamo Funeral Home, 470 W. 26th St., to St. Barbara Church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment St. Mary. Visitation Friday, 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. 312-842-8681. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from May 22 to May 23, 2003.

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Angel Shviraga

May 29, 2003

I am very sorry that the Barrera family has lost such a kind gentle person. In the short time that I have know Ruben he has always made me smile. Joey always talked about his Grandpa and what a special grandpa he was to him. Grandpa Ruben , you will truely be missed.

Matthew Wos

May 28, 2003

I am so sorry for your loss, Roxann. Especially coming so soon after the other loss you had recently. I will say an extra prayer for you and your grandfather.

-Matt

Tariq Malhance

May 23, 2003

My wife and I extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. May his soul rest in peace in Heaven. Amen

Denny Beringer

May 23, 2003

My sincere condolences to the family of my friend and neighbor, Ruben. We will all miss him so much. We will never forget his kindness and cheerful presence on Loomis Street.

Angela Reyes

May 23, 2003

Roxann I am truly sorry for your loss. Words can not and will not heal the pain you are going through now. But in time it will I know I have been there. All I can say is treasure the memories you have of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Beatrice Pierson

May 23, 2003

May God bless your family and keep you in his care

Human Resource Division - Department of Finance

May 23, 2003

Roxann Garza, our prayers are with you and your family.

JIM GUTIERREZ

May 23, 2003

My heart goes out to all of the Barrera family. Rueben was certainly the most nicest man I have ever met in my life. He will truly be missed by everyone who had the pleasure of meeting him. His wit and humor was an inspiration to me in my everyday life. I will always treasure the old childhood stories he told me and I will never forget his magnitude for life. Thank you Reuben for being a part of my life.



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Jimmy Gutierrez

Dolores Espinoza

May 23, 2003

dad you will always be in our hearts

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