Elmwood Funeral Chapel & Crematory

Visitation Information

Jesse Tapia, "Jay"

Passed away on April 12, 2021

Jesse Tapia, “Jay”, age 84, late of Morton Grove, IL and formerly of South Deering passed away on April 12, 2021. Beloved husband of Dolores (nee Hernandez) for 57 years. Loving father of late baby Dolores Tapia, Crispin (Fiancé Angelica Ruvalcaba) Tapia and Dolores “Dee” (CPD) (Suzanne Coates) Tapia. Grandfather to Xander Ruvalcaba. Dear son of the late Gregorio, Sr. and late Carmen Tapia. Dearest brother of late Guadalupe “Lupe” Camacho, Dolores “Lola” (late Juan) Avila, late Gregorio Tapia, Jr., late Michael Tapia and late Carmen Gonzalez. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Also survived by his “Furry Buddies” Diego and Shay. U. S. Army Korean War Veteran. Retired employee of U.S. Steel South Works and City of Chicago Motor Maintenance Division (111th). Visitation Sunday 2-8 p.m. Funeral services Monday, April 19, 2021 at 11:15 a.m. from the Elmwood Chapel 11200 S. Ewing Ave. Chicago to Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 p.m. (Noon). Interment 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 covering will be followed. 773-731-2749. www.elmwoodchapel.com.

Funeral

Prayers at Elmwood Chapel
Monday, April 19, 2021 - 11:15 am

Funeral Mass:
Our Lady of Guadalupe Church
3200 East 91st Street
Chicago, Illinois 60617
Monday, April 19, 2021 - 12:00 pm

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

Visitation Location

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

Map

Visitation Information

Sunday, April 18, 2021 - 2:00 pm until 8:00 pm

Condolences
"My condolences to the Tapia family, I pray you will find peace and comfort. Our families have know each other since we lived on Buffalo Ave. Jesse, whenever I would see him, was always pleasant and friendly person. May he rest in the loving arms of Jesus."
- Lupe Mendoza Diaz
April 14, 2021 6:51 pm
"Dee I am so sorry for your loss, your father was an amazing person. Sending prayers for you and family. Love you 💚"
- Kristel White
April 14, 2021 8:42 pm
"Dolores, we are sending our condolences to you and family. We are sad to hear of his passing. Will remember his friendliness. God bless you and family."
- Raul and Rose Carrillo
April 15, 2021 3:09 pm
"Sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. "
- Jessica Rios
April 16, 2021 7:48 pm
"Jay, you will always be remembered for your kindness to me and my friends. Your heart was always filled with love and forgiveness. My friends, Fern, Nancy and Betty all send their condolences. Rest in peace."
- Angie Villafuerte
April 16, 2021 10:48 pm
"To my Tapia family: Dee (my BF) your Pa was always like a Dad to me & I will miss his big smile & gentle heart! His war stories and his honesty in just telling you like it is. I know this is extremely difficult for you, Ma & Chris just know your Pa will be with you always he is now your guardian Angel. May you Rest In Peace Pa!!! Love you! "
- Toni & Monica Morin
April 17, 2021 12:09 pm
"My family and I are sending our deepest condolences to the Tapia Family. Jay will always be remembered for being a genuine person with a kind heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God give you all the strength and peace you need during this difficult time. "
- Priscilla Hurtado
April 18, 2021 8:35 am
"I am so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and my deepest condolences. Love you all. "
- RUDY FLORES
April 18, 2021 3:52 pm
"Our deepest condolences to the Tapia Family. Dolores, Dee and Crispin, Jesse will truly be missed. RIP Jesse, from Anita, Christopher and James Barajas. "
- Anita Barajas
April 18, 2021 8:05 pm
"A prayer that God's own tender love will bring you and family comfort in your sorrow. He who understands your grief gives strength for each tomorrow. My condolence Dolores to you and the family. "
- Marge Bais Patricks
April 19, 2021 7:08 am
"Dee My condolences to you and your family, My prayers are with you and family"
- Joe R Morin Sr
April 19, 2021 10:19 am
"Our deepest sympathy the Tapia family,Jay will be truly missed. Rest in Peace. Jane and Willie Medina 🙏🇺🇸 "
- William G Medina
April 21, 2021 8:45 pm
"I will always remember Jay. He was such a kind and friendly man. He always made my trips into Motor Maintenance at Area 2 a pleasurable expierence. My sincere sympathy to his family. From a retired CPD officer. RIP Jesse. "
- Alma Rumsfeld
April 23, 2021 7:09 pm
Candles Lit
"My deepest condolences for you and your family. I know you will have a special angel looking over you at all times. Love you! "
- Kristel White
April 14, 2021 8:39 pm
"I know your heaven Pa (my other Dad) and don’t worry about Ma, Dee (Chepa) and Chris because we will take care of each other. You are the Angel above us now. Miss and Love you always. "
- Toni & Monica Morin
April 17, 2021 12:01 pm