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Lucio Benavidez, Jr., "Lou"

Passed away on September 5, 2025

Lucio Benavidez, Jr. “Lou”, age 68, late of the East Side, South Chicago “Bush,” passed away on September 5, 2025. Beloved husband of Sylvia for 42 years. Loving father of Nicole Lynn Benavidez, Michelle Lynn Salazar, Robert Joseph Salazar and Sandra Dyann Salazar. Cherished grandfather of Anais (Jose), Mia (Armani), Jojo, Gio, Aidan Noah Lucio, Elijah, Nalani and Natalia. Great grandfather of Aerius, Ella, Shia and Lana. Dearest brother of Late Conrad Benavidez, David (Trini) Benavidez, Elida Rusk, Mario (Beatriz) Benavidez, Celia Benavidez, Rene (Sandra) Benavidez, Angela and brother-in-law and sisters-in-law. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Trinidad and Lucio Benavidez. Retired carpenter from the Chicago Park District for 37 years. Avid fisherman and loved to travel. Visitation Tuesday, September 16, 2025 from 2-8 p.m. Interment Private. www.elmwoodchapel.com 773-731-2749