Elmwood Funeral Chapel & Crematory

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Raymond Valdivia, Sr., "Sugar Ray"

Passed away on February 26, 2021

Raymond Valdivia, Sr. “Sugar Ray”, age 68 late of South Chicago passed away on February 26, 2021. Ray was born on December 29, 1952. He is preceded in death by his parents Benjamin and Hazel Valdivia and brother’s; William and Robert "Val" Valdivia. Ray is survived by his loving siblings; Benjamin (Angie), Annie (Benito) Barrera and Barbara (Ruben) Garcia. He is the loving father of Ray (Monica), Kelly (Erin) and Michael. Grandfather of Melissa, Elijah, Elliana and Abigail. Ray was a retired employee of 25 years from Tootsie Roll. He was a big fan of Chicago sports but his true love was basketball and was always proud to share his expertise of coaching Sullivan Elementary School that brought them a 3-Time Championship. Memorial Visitation Friday, March 5, 2021 from 2-9 p.m. at the Elmwood Chapel 11200 S. Ewing Ave. Chicago, IL 60617. Memorial Mass Saturday, March 6, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. DIRECTLY at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church 3200 East 91st Street Chicago, IL 60617. Inurnment to follow at St. Mary Cemetery Evergreen Park, IL. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic all federal, state and local guidelines as to attendance numbers, social distancing and facial coverings will be followed. 773-731-2749. www.elmwoodchapel.com.

 

Funeral Mass:
Our Lady of Guadalupe Church
3200 E. 91st St
Chicago, IL 60617
Saturday, March 6, 2021 - 10:00 am

Interment:
St. Mary Cemetery
87th and Hamlin
Evergreen Park, IL 60805

Visitation Location

East Side
11200 S. Ewing Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 731-2749

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Visitation Information

Friday, March 5, 2021 - 2:00 pm until 9:00 pm

Condolences
"Praying for the Valdivia family in this difficult season.Rest well Mr.Valdivia 🙌 Amen"
- Alfonso Vidal
March 1, 2021 11:22 pm
"My sincere condolence to the Valdivia family. Ray was a big part of my childhood growing up in Bush. Had so many good times with him. I always loved watching him play basketball in the backyard and at the Neighborhood House. RIP Ray hope to see you on the other side one day."
- Shirley Mayorga
March 3, 2021 11:00 am
"My condolences to the Valdivia famil on the passing of Ray .. We both worked at Mead Packaging on 95th in Dorchester .. He was a very good worker and considerate of his co-workers .. May he rest in peace and the perpetual light shine upon him .. Amen 🙏"
- Anita Aguilar Ferreira
March 5, 2021 4:40 pm
Candles Lit
"My deepest condolences to the Valdivia family,I am truly sorry for the loss of your father and brother,remember he is not gone,put your hands over your heart and you'll feel him ,he might not be here in person,but he's here in spirit. "
- Patricia Alvarez(Gonzales)
March 4, 2021 11:37 am