Forever in Our Hearts

Though you are no longer with us, your memory lives on in the hearts of those you touched. We celebrate your life, your legacy, and the indelible mark you left on this world.

Zet Rodriguez Lara

Noble Street 2018

Zet was hardworking and kind. He was a PAS scholar who graduated from Albion College. He was the type of person who got along with everyone.

Taniya Smith

UIC 2022

We remember Taniya Smith, a cherished member of Firecat Nation and the Class of 2022. She was a beloved student at UICCP and built strong relationships with students and staff. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with the family and loved ones.

Jireh Ibarra

Noble Street 2017

Jireh was kind to everyone and always looked for ways to be a light to others. She graduated from the University of Michigan with a degree in psychology and began working children with autism. She saw the need for them to have a speech pathologist and decided to pursue that career so that she could support them.

Ryan Wallace

Noble Street 2017

Ryan was very supportive of his friends and treated them like family. Many of his classmates remember him as being funny and good-hearted.

Josue Alcantara

Noble Street 2015

Known as “Sway” by many of his friends, Josue was someone who was friends with everyone. He played football during his time at Noble and was also involved with dance on campus.

Adrian Mendoza

Noble Street 2004

Adrian was among the best students in his class academically, and he loved learning. His amazing experience at the University of Arizona for Summer of a Lifetime was the main reason he decided to earn his master’s there after graduating from Wabash with his undergraduate degree. He was the favorite Tio in his family; his close friends and advisory brothers were by his side when he became ill and at his wake.

Dakia Johnson

Johnson 2019

Dakia was a laid-back, creative student with a warm smile. Her creativity extended after high school; when she started a Photography business that immediately flourished.

Yamiris Torres

The Noble Academy 2021

Yamiris was appreciated by many teachers and students. Her community misses her laughter and smile.

Gubet Rivera

ITW Speer 2018

Gubet was a 3-Sport athlete and a part of the founding class at Speer. His quiet demeanor and hard work left a legacy amongst his peers and community.

Terrell Glass

Rauner 2023

Members of the Vasquez Advisory remember Terrell as being humble, funny and loyal. His smile would brighten up the room.

Marcos Roman

Bulls 2020

Marcos was known at Bulls Prep for being a thoughtful and kind student that always tried to brighten people’s days. He won you over instantly with his smile, and his unassuming and gentle demeanor made his teachers, friends, and classmates cheer him on. He’ll forever be the Castillejos/Feigenbaum Advisory’s “Little Groot”

Justin Pender

Rowe-Clark 2015

Justin affectionately known as JP was a star basketball player for Rowe-Clark. Very funny,charismatic,sweet, and kind person. He will truly be missed.