La Abuelita Alegria Obituary
The memory of La Abuelita Alegria (Chicago, Illinois), who passed away on October 30, 2025 at the age of 94, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of La Abuelita Alegria to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her spouse Bibiano Gonzalez; and her children, Carolina Gonzalez and David Gonzalez. She is survived by: her children, Bertha Gonzalez, Maria Delia Quiroga, Yolanda Gonzalez (Godson Andrew) and Alex Gonzalez (Maria Pender); her grandson Jose Angel Quiroga (Eva); her great grandchildren, Dr. Jose Angel III, Monique, Jasmin (Javier), Anthony and Serena Quiroga; and her brothers, Adalberto Mendez (Guillermina) and Arturo Mendez (late Josefina). She is also survived by many in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, November 5th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Szykowny Funeral Home Ltd. (4901 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60632). A funeral Mass was held on Thursday, November 6th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Blessed Sacrament Church (3745 S Paulina St, Chicago, IL 60609).
