Velia M. Lara's obituary , Passed away on April 5, 2025 in Joliet, Illinois

Velia M. Lara

August 15, 1946 - April 5, 2025 (78 years old)

Joliet, Illinois

Velia M. Lara's obituary , Passed away on April 5, 2025 in Joliet, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Fred C. Dames Funeral Home

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Velia M. Lara

August 15, 1946 - April 5, 2025 (78 years old)

Joliet, Illinois

Velia M. Lara Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Velia M. Lara of Joliet, Illinois, who passed away on April 5, 2025, at the age of 78, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her father Albert Rodriguez; her husband Guillermo G. Lara Sr.; her son Guillermo G. (Lara Jr.); her mother Celia (Willie Guajardo); her siblings, Sarah J Rodriguez, Antonio Guajardo, Rey Guajardo and Clara Guajardo; her nephew Alex R Mares; and her uncle Locardio Limon.

She is survived by: her daughters, Blanca and Melissa Lara; her grandson Maxwell; her siblings, Jaime Guajardo (Rosie), Kim Mares (John), Alicia Stogsdill and Rachel Warning; and her pets, GiGi, FiFi, Angel, Lulu and Maggie. She is also survived by godchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins.

For more information please call 815-741-5500 or visit her Memorial Tribute page at http://www.fredcdames.com. where you can share a favorite memory or leave an online condolence.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Fred C. Dames Funeral Home



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Apr 21

Visitation

Fred C. Dames Funeral Home
3200 Black Rd, Joliet, IL 60431

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Apr 22

Funeral Mass

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church
205 E Jackson St, Joliet, IL 60432

Tue

Apr 22

Funeral Mass

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church
205 E Jackson St, Joliet, IL 60432

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