Efren Chavez Jr., age 39.

U. S. Marine Veteran with a Purple Heart.

Beloved husband of Elisa Chavez.

Loving father of Dylan Chavez, Molly Chavez, Audrey Chavez and Lucas Chavez.

Dear son of Efren Chavez Sr. and Lidia (Kevin) Wesolowski.

Dear brother of Lisette Chavez, Luis Chavez and Samantha (Omar) Salameh.

Dear son-in-law of Henry (Teresa) Pena.

Dear brother-in-law of Michelle Pena.

Uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Cousin and friend of many.

Funeral Nov. 12, 2024, Tuesday 8:30 am from the WOLNIAK FUNERAL HOME, 5700 S. Pulaski Rd., to St. Gall Church for Mass at 9:30 am.

Military Honors Service Nov. 12, 2024, Tuesday will be at 12:30 pm at ABRAHAM LINCOLN NATIONAL CEMETERY, 20953 W. Hoff Road, Elwood, IL

Visitation Nov. 11, 2024, Monday from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Funeral Info:  773-767-4500 or www.wolniakfuneralhome.com