Ildefonso Sandoval Alvarez

Ildefonso Sandoval Alvarez, a loving husband, devoted father, proud grandfather, and cherished dog owner, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May 17, 2023. He was 80 years old.

Ildefonso created a beautiful life for his family in Chicago, but his heart always remained tied to his beloved home, Guadalajara. He leaves behind a lasting legacy of love and devotion to his wife, children, grandchildren, and his loyal husky companion, Caifan.

Throughout his life, Ildefonso exemplified selflessness, hard work, and unwavering care for those around him. His kindness and love knew no bounds, and he touched the lives of many. He will also be remembered for his deep passion and dedication to soccer, particularly his support for the Atlas.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at the Visitation, which will be held on Sunday, May 21, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Sagrada Familia Funeral Home, located at 4950 W. 79th St., Burbank, IL 60459. The Funeral will follow on Monday, May 22, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. at the funeral home, with a procession to St. Bede the Venerable Church, situated at 8200 S. Kostner Ave., Chicago, IL 60652. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. at the church, followed by interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, located at 6001 W. 111th St., Alsip, IL 60803.

Ildefonso Sandoval Alvarez will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. His memory will be cherished, and his spirit will continue to inspire us to live with kindness, love, and dedication.

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Ildefonso Sandoval Álvarez, un esposo amoroso, padre devoto, abuelo orgulloso y dueño querido de un perro, falleció pacíficamente rodeado de su familia el 17 de mayo de 2023. Tenía 80 años.

Ildefonso creó una vida hermosa para su familia en Chicago, pero su corazón siempre estuvo ligado a su amado hogar, Guadalajara. Deja atrás un legado duradero de amor y dedicación a su esposa, hijos, nietos y su leal compañero husky, Caifán.

A lo largo de su vida, Ildefonso ejemplificó la generosidad, el trabajo arduo y el cuidado inquebrantable por aquellos que lo rodeaban. Su bondad y amor no conocían límites y tocó la vida de muchos. También se le recordará por su profunda pasión y dedicación al fútbol, especialmente por su apoyo al Atlas.

Se invita a familiares y amigos a rendir sus respetos en el velatorio, que se llevará a cabo el domingo 21 de mayo de 2023, de 2:00 p.m. a 9:00 p.m. en la Funeraria Sagrada Familia, ubicada en 4950 W. 79th St., Burbank, IL 60459. El funeral se llevará a cabo el lunes 22 de mayo de 2023, a las 8:00 a.m. en la funeraria, con un cortejo hacia la Iglesia de St. Bede the Venerable Church, situada en 8200 S. Kostner Ave., Chicago, IL 60652. Se celebrará una misa funeral a las 10:00 a.m. en la iglesia, seguida de la sepultura en el Cementerio Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, ubicado en 6001 W. 111th St., Alsip, IL 60803.

Ildefonso Sandoval Álvarez será profundamente extrañado por todos los que tuvieron el privilegio de conocerlo. Su memoria será apreciada y su espíritu seguirá inspirándonos a vivir con amabilidad, amor y dedicación.

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