Benjamin (Benny) Almazan Jr., age 65, Ret Chicago Police Officer of 25 years, passed away Saturday October 9, 2021. Dearest son of Bruna and the late Benjamin Almazan. Beloved father of Sonia (David) Godina, Arturo, Melissa, Roberto (Janette), Benjamin III, Christen Rose and the late Gina. Cherished grandfather of Anthony, Alexis, Maya, Santos, Crystal, Juliana, and Daniella. Loving brother of Lucia (the late Frank) Botello, the late Roberto, Lourdes (Adrian), the late Elisa, Alejandro (Patricia), the late Sonia, and Angelica. Benny was a die hard Cubs fan. He loved traveling especially to Puerto Vallarta. He loved reading comic books, Betty Boop and hosting Super Bowl parties. He enjoyed a good steak and his favorite drinks were tequila, malort and miller lite. He was definitely not shy on arguing, he loved a good fight. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions would be appreciated in Benny's memory which can be made to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention or the American Cancer Society.
Visitation for Benjamin will be on Friday, October 15, 2021, at 4pm to 8pm at Ridge Funeral Home, (Edward A. Tylka, Manager), 6620 W. Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60638. Prayer Service will be on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at 9:15 am, 6620 W. Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60638. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 at St. Symphorosa Church, 6135 S. Austin Ave., Chicago, IL 60638. Interment St. Mary Cemetery, Evergreen Park, IL. For Info. call 773-586-7900 or www.ridgefh.com.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ridgefh.com for the Almazan family.
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