Our beloved patriarch, Juvenal Escamilla, age 87 of Chicago, IL passed away on November 4, 2020 after much resilience and strength against Parkinson’s at the age of 87. He leaves behind a great family, including his daughters, Sagrario, Elva, Veronica, Olga, and Hilda, and son, Juvenal.
Visitation for Juvenal will be on Sunday, November 8, 2020 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Ridge Funeral Home, (Edward A. Tylka Manager/Director), 6620 West Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60638. Closing prayers will be Monday, November 9, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. will follow at St. Symphorosa Church, 6135 S. Austin Ave., Chicago, IL 60638. A graveside service will take place at Resurrection Cemetery, 7201 Archer Ave., Justice, IL 60458.
Ridge Funeral Home will adhere to current restrictions in the state of Illinois, which allows 25 or fewer guests at a time. Proper social distancing must be practiced and all guests will be required to wear face masks at all times. For info: Please call 773-586-7900 or www.ridgefh.com.
Juvenal was born on March 8, 1933 in Tamazula, Mexico to a large family. He married the love of his life, Esperanza, on January 12, 1964, who passed away on January 24, 2016. Together, they built a solid home, loving family, and left a legacy of hard work, strong values, and great humor. Juvenal, also referred to as "Pichulis," was a strong man, who always provided for his family and set a great example to his multiple grandchildren and great-grandchildren. They remember him fondly from his jokes to the candy he would bring them during his tenure at a candy company. Juvenal was also strong-willed, and despite his calm demeanor, would not hesitate to give one of us a stern talking – always providing a valuable life lesson in the end.
Juvenal had two passions aside from his family: soccer and food. He was an avid Chivas fan and always stood loyal to his team. His love for Mexican food extended to his very last days – as he would eagerly request dishes such as Menudo, Birria or Chilaquiles, with as many tortillas as he could handle.
Despite his long health battles, he is now resting in peace, free from pain and together at last with his darling wife. Juvenal is survived by a great, extensive family including his children, nieces and nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and friends. We were very lucky to have him as the patriarch of our family.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ridgefh.com for the Escamilla family. You are free to bring flowers to the memorial if you wish.
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