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Ramona Rivera

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Ramona Rivera, 80 years old, was born August 26, 1939, to her parents, Elena Rojas (deceased) and Ramon Garcia (deceased).  She was called home to her Heavenly Father on the morning of Saturday, May 9, 2020, in Chicago, IL.

Ramona married her friend and love, Ruben Rivera, who preceded her in death in 1974; her sons, Baby Jimmy Rivera (1958) and James Joseph Rivera (2000) preceded her in death; her only sister, Isabel Guerrero (1971) preceded her in death.

Ramona was the loving and patient mother of ten children; Ruben G. Rivera Jr. (2 children, 5 grandchildren);  Maria LouAnn Rivera (6 children, 11 grandchildren);  Baby Jimmy Rivera (deceased);  Eva Rivera (1 child, 5 grandchildren);  James Joseph Rivera (deceased) (4 children, 2 grandchildren);  Carolyn Ann Rivera (4 children, 13 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren);  Theresa Nicole Rivera (5 children, 8 grandchildren);  Michelle Rivera (5 children, 12 grandchildren);  Josefina Luisa Lopez (5 children, 3 grandchildren) and Cynthia Rebecca Lopez (3 children).

Ramona was the irreplaceable aunt to Anthony G., Maria Elena, and Augustina Guerrero.  She was accepting to her sons/daughters-in-law.  She showed unconditional love to all of her grandchildren.  She was compassionate and called “Ma” by many.  She was the friend who listened and Comadre you’d like to have coffee with.

Mom/Grandma (Ramona) lived most of her life in the Heart of Pilsen.  She loved people and food.  She loved shopping, watching movies, gambling and cooking.  She especially loved visits from her grandchildren.  She was the foundation to our family.  She encountered many obstacles throughout her life, but always came out a Champ.  She was the nurturer, the protector, the jokester, the dancer…  She was the counselor, the mediator, the referee. She was proud of our accomplishments, and never stopped encouraging us to get back up when things got tough.  She’d welcome you in if you needed a place to stay.  She never passed judgment.  She’d feed you too (Mmm..).  She’s the true meaning of a beautiful and courageous warrior.  She loved us all so, so very much with all of her heart.  She was EVERYTHING to us.

Knowing that Ramona has entered the Gates of Heaven and is at peace, her memory will live on through the lives of her family.  A legacy, she’s imprinted in our hearts…  She will forever be missed and never ever forgotten.

Her life was a living example of the Bible verse, Ephesians 4:32 – “And be kind and compassionate to one another, forgive one another, just as God also forgave you in Christ.”

Visitation: Wednesday, May 20, 2020, Hursen Funeral Home, 4001 Roosevelt Rd, Hillside, IL 60162.

For those wishing to pay respects at the funeral home, public visitation will be only one hour from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Per CDC requirements only 10 people allowed in Visitation Room at all times. Please be respectful of the family’s wishes. No children under the age of 13 will be allowed for safety reasons.

Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic all attending visitation, church service and or burial must wear mouth covering at all times. Per guidelines of the Archdiocese of Chicago Churches and Cemeteries the number of people attending the funeral service and burial should not exceed more than 10 people. Due to these restrictions the funeral, mass and burial will be private.

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  1. Samantha Ochoa

    May 17, 2020 at 1:07 pm

    Fly high great grandma

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  2. Irma

    May 17, 2020 at 1:49 pm

    My Condolences To The Family & Prayers For Healing Of The Broken Hearts 💜…. May She Rest In Peace

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  3. Norma V

    May 17, 2020 at 7:27 pm

    Our most sincere condolences Becka to you and the entire family.
    May God give you strength thru this difficult time .
    May your Mom rest in Paradise.
    Love you guys
    God bless you

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  4. Pamela Schmitz

    May 17, 2020 at 9:28 pm

    My sympathies to the family. What a beautiful tribute for a marvelous woman.

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  5. Pepie Rios

    May 17, 2020 at 11:49 pm

    My dear friend and ma from a very young age you welcome me into your home treated me like a daughter, i love you and may you and jimmy R.I.P. together. I will never forget you. My condolences to each of your family. God bless.

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  6. Homer & Eve Sandoval

    May 17, 2020 at 11:57 pm

    🌹Our Deepest Condolences to the entire Family. Our 🙏 Prayers 🙏 go out to all as well. 🦋 😘

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  7. Mandy Pointer

    May 18, 2020 at 4:03 am

    My deepest sympathy to the family of Ramona. I’m do sorry for your loss. May God bless you all.

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  8. Mandy Pointer

    May 18, 2020 at 4:04 am

    My deepest sympathy to the family of Ramona. I’m so sorry for your loss. May God bless you all.

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    • Josefina

      July 11, 2020 at 9:38 pm

      Thank you so much Mandy ❤

      Reply
  9. Bonnie J Hines

    May 19, 2020 at 11:46 pm

    My deepest condolences to the families of Abuelita, Ma, Mom, Aunty, Ramona. And especially to my daughter in law Adrianna Benton,my sympathy. I had the pleasure of spending an evening with Ramona at the wedding of my son , Jay and Adrianna, where we bonded as well. I was so glad she had the opportunity to meet the loving grandchildren we share at her 80th birthday celebration. May this dear lady rest in peace.

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  10. Amy and Jeff Sarabia

    May 20, 2020 at 10:43 am

    My deepest sympathy to the family, I’m so sorry for your loss. May God bless you all.

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  11. Yessica

    May 20, 2020 at 12:11 pm

    May this dear lady rest in peace❤i only got the opportunity to meet her once but she was very nice . My deepest condolences to your family shes in peace now.

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    • Josie

      July 11, 2020 at 9:37 pm

      Thank you so much Yessica

      Reply

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