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Homer Casarez Obituary

Homer R. Casarez, age 78. Proud United States Army Veteran. Loving husband of Cheryl. Beloved dad of Eileen (Jack) Yates, Sarah (Tom) Reilly and Mary Beth (Matthew Hoffmann) Casarez. Cherished papa of Emily, Rudy, Jack, Marisa, Isaac, Joey Zaza, Axel, Homer and Willa. Dear brother of the late Joseph Casarez and Norberto Casarez. Also many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Memorial Mass will be held September 24th at 9:00am at St. Rita of Cascia Shrine. 7740 S. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60620. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to be kindly made to the YMCA or to the Wounded Warrior Project. For further info 708-301-3595 or rjmodellfh.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Sep. 19, 2021.

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Terrence and Monica Harty

September 23, 2021

What a special guy.He loved his mom and brothers and especially his immediate family. He loved his country so he served.What a special guy.One of my favorites to enjoy a stogie with.Our conversations were fantastic.What a special guy.Wish I had one more moment with him because he was special.Farewell my friend and until we meet again God speed and you will never be forgotten by me or my family.Thanks for the memories my special friend. Love The Harty's

James Deuel Harris Sr

September 22, 2021

Surely saddened at Passing of my high school friend Homer, so many good memories. Wish to extend Prayers and condolences to his family he loved so dearly.

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William Hoffmann

September 17, 2021

William, Luke, and Noah Hoffmann offer their sincere condolences to Cheryl, Mary Beth, and the Children.

Dave and Lara Reyes-Crawford

September 16, 2021

Sorry for your loss. Wishing you comfort during this difficult time

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