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Mario Arroyo Obituary

Arroyo, Mario J. 45 years, 11-09-1965 to 06-12-2011. Wife Elizabeth Gomez, son Joseph (Raquel), daughter Catlin, mother Jennie Catlin Arroyo Figueroa, 2 brothers Anthony (Lisa) & Arturo. Grandmother Mary Ann Mathies Catlin Kathrien. Many family memebers, friends & brother to many bikers, Masons, Shriners & Scottish Bragade. Preceded in death by father Amalio Arroyo. Memorial service will be held on June 17, 2011 at the Woodlawn Funeral Parlor 7750 West Cermak Rd, Forest Park from 2pm- 8pm. To rest Acacia Park Cemetery, 7800 West Irving Park Rd, Norridge. June 18, 2011 departing from Woodlawn Funeral Parlor at 8am and going to Acacia Pk Cemetery. Love you son, from MOM.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 15, 2011.

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Nina

July 1, 2011

I can still hear your voice telling another one of your silly jokes and see your smile as your telling it. I'm so thankful to have been able to know you. Our family is blessed that you were a part of our lives. You were always the first person to come see me when I would come home on leave and I'll miss hearing your bike pull up this year to take me on my first ride of the year. You're always in my heart. Love and miss you.

June 24, 2011

Mario, you touched the lives of so many people. You will always live on through all of our fond memories of you. From your silly smile that made us all smile, and your sick jokes that made us all laugh.....the world truly is not the same without you. But I see you every time a bird flies by and every time we drive past Harley, I see you sleeping on the bench outside! You are forever in our hearts. We miss and love you always, Teresa & Brian and our whole clan

Lydia Wilcopolski

June 23, 2011

I am so sorry for you loss.

Mike Walton

June 23, 2011

To the family & friends of Mario, I want to extend my deepest sympathy and condolences to all of you. I pray that we all are strengthened during this time of weakness. I pray that we are all brought closer to each other in a heart-filled caring way during times other than untimely departures from this world!

I thank God for allowing Mario to cross our paths. God bless you all tremendously with great favor!

Mike Walton
Key Bus Maintenance Instructor
CTA

James & Sandi Arias

June 22, 2011

Dear Elizabeth, Catlin, Joseph and Families. You've lost someone very special, somebody who touched many lives, especially yours. We always remind each other here, that we live on borrowed time, that we are on loan to one another and that we are all God's children. To find someone so right and then to have to say good-bye, is a lot to ask of your hearts. This comes to you today to honor your memories of Mario and to let you all know you're being kept in very close thought and prayer. Our deepest sympathy and condolences. Love to you all cousin.

June 20, 2011

Mario was always happy. ALWAYS kind and respectful. RIDE ON!

Christine Gomez

June 20, 2011

Jennie, Art and Anthony our condolences, Mario was/and always will be a brother, father and uncle to the Gomez/Cordero family and he will always be in our hearts.

CHRISTINE GOMEZ

June 20, 2011

My sister Elizabeth, my heart goes out to you Catlin and Joseph. Mario may no longer be with us physically but we will always remember his growling and grunting like the big bear he sounded like. Such a tragedy to our family the lost of Mario brings such pain to Elizabeth and Nivia as they have said it feels like a part of their heart is gone. We will always remember him! Love you forever Elizabeth, Joseph and Catlin, your sister Christine RIDE ON MARIO!!!!!

June 20, 2011

To the family of my departed Brother, Mario.

My deepest condolences to you all. Should you ever need anything, a Brother Mason will always be at the ready.

Sincerely and Fraternally,

Brother Mojo

Jeanne Marie Walsh

June 20, 2011

Dear Mario Arroyo's family:
I did not know Mario but have ridden with Marie and Norvele. I am so sorry for your loss. Reading the posts describes and happy loving guy. Please accept my wishes for you to find peace.

Fritz SBMC

June 18, 2011

Our condolences to the family. Mario was a good brother and a good friend and he will never be forgotten. Ride on, Mario, ride on.

RAY ANGUIANO

June 18, 2011

TO MY BROTHER I AM GOING TO MISS YOU. MISS YOUR LAUGH WHEN YOU WALKED IN TO MY SHOP. THANKS FOR THE GREAT TIMES RAYDOG AT RAMONS LEATHERWORKS

Doc Marvo

June 18, 2011

Mario you were always a free spirit, never could I remember a time at the shop that you weren't smiling and enjoying life. May God have a special place in heaven for you and a shiny new Springer to ride in heaven. It was great seeing you a few weeks ago, life here is so short, but the legacy we leave is eternal. RIP brother Mario.

Jennie Figueroa

June 17, 2011

Son you always knew what you wanted and where you were going. Now you can go whereever you want and won't get tired. I will miss you but I'll see you again. You're life was short, it shouldn't be. Forever my son. Love MOM

Mario&Barbie Contreras

June 17, 2011

We will miss your smile and your fun loving ways. You have touched many lives and you will be truly missed. Rest in Peace Mario

Pinlady

June 17, 2011

May the family find comfort in their wonderful memories and knowing that he was loved by all who knew him. The following is a poem that has gotten me through many times - I hope it does the same for everyone that reads it....

Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on the ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn’s rain.
When you awaken in the mornings
Hush; I am the swift uplifting rush
of quiet birds in flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.
Anon

B-fly

June 17, 2011

Your memory lives in the hearts of many. You've touched so many lives with your amazing way of life. The countless times you made me smile, I will never forget. Keep ridin buddy, until we meet again you're forever in my heart.

June 17, 2011

Ride on into the ever lasting sunset in the sky Mario. You'll always be in our memories, until we meet again.
Love,
Tony &
Meg

Peter Kolovos

June 16, 2011

God rest his soul. My deepest sympathy to the family.

CHERI WATT-SMITH

June 16, 2011

GOD BLESS YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY IN THIS SAD TIME! IT'LL BE OUR GR8 LOSS & YOU'LL BE SURELY MISSED BUT ITS YOUR WONDERFUL GLORIOUS BLESSED GAIN!!! R.I.P MARIO

Judy and Elena Nieves

June 16, 2011

Mario... I always smile and laugh when I think of you.I remember many a time when Eliott and I would talk with you and you would always laugh, smile and have a good word to say about everyone. I NEVER knew anyone who didn"t like or love you! I remember your "ZOOT suits.. , your " CRAZY" raccoon hats, your Schwinn bikes,and your LOVE for Elizabeth, Joseph, and Caitlin. I remember that you consoled me after Eliott died and I will be there for Elizabeth and your Family. R.I.P. , my friend.... Have fun with Eliott in Heaven... I will forever remember you!!!

Wendy Mendioa

June 16, 2011

The few times I met Mario, he made me laugh. My deepest sympathy to the Arroyo family. May heaven have lots of motorcycles for all of us.

Brenda & Joe Milke

June 16, 2011

Mario, it was so nice to have known you. You were such a good guy with a great sense of humor always making people laugh. You may be gone but will never be forgotten. When we ride we will think of you often. RIP

June 16, 2011

My deepest sympathy to the Arroyo family and friends for this sudden and unexpected loss.

Linda J. Arana

Esther Robledo

June 15, 2011

Mario I will never forget your smiling face as we lined up at 4am for the Harly 95th annivarsity or the nights we partied at Carol's pub till 2am.I hope you and Pete can get together and party in heaven. Rest in peace. You will be missed.

Sue Martino

June 15, 2011

i didn't know you, may God bless you.

June 15, 2011

Mario, you have always been a true friend. Until we meet again Brother. You will be missed by so many.
Luv ya,
Chopper Bob and Rosie

erika nieves- morey

June 15, 2011

All I can "possibly"say without breaking down is ' say Hi to Dad for me'..........

Allen Catlin

June 15, 2011

I will miss your smiling face, all your humor and all the rides you gave me...See you when I get there.
Love, Uncle Al

Gigi and Bob

June 15, 2011

Mario, you will be missed greatly. I'm glad you were in our lives. May you rest in peace.

Kathy Pignato

June 15, 2011

Mario, May you have many a midnight dance, and ride with the Angels. Your humor & joy for life shall live on in our hearts! Ride on Brother, Ride on!! Kato

Janet Jaback

June 15, 2011

Mario,
I am so glad I got the opportunity to see you last Saturday, it had been way to long between visits. I will always remember your laughter and cavalier attitude. My sympathies go out to your family. I will miss you. Keep riding my friend.
Damit Janet

Will, Theresa and Justin Moy

June 15, 2011

Mario, you will NEVER be forgotten and always will be Cherished !!!

Will Moy

June 15, 2011

No words can truely express how great of Man, Friend, Father, Husband, Brother, Etc. you truely are!!! I am proud to say that I had the privledge to be part of your life and shared so many great moments. Your smile and laughter always subdued any negativity. You have touched the hearts of 1,000's and will be truely missed tho now it's time for you to rest, your job is done and now your in the hands of God. You will always be in our minds, heart and soul. WE LOVE YOU MARIO!!! R.I.P. Will, Theresa and Justin Moy

Jonnie Catlin-Janowiecki

June 15, 2011

To Jennie and Family
Our hearts go out to all of you at this time. Mario, Marie and Norvell stopped at my home last fall. He saw all three of his cousins. May he rest in Peace.

Arturo Arroyo

June 15, 2011

Mario, I will miss you dearly, you are my brother. I will miss the good times and the bad. My you rest in peace. I love you Mario Arroyo.

Arturo Rico Arroyo

Chuck Surman

June 15, 2011

God Bless You Mario! You were A L W A Y S the positive person with the smiling face! You got around like no one else. You rode all year and I had the honor of riding with you at times. You did so much for so many! My prayers go out to you, your family, your brothers, your sisters, and friends. GODSPEED MY BROTHER! May God Bless You & Your Family!!!

Marie Green

June 15, 2011

No words could express how much we will miss you. Your warmth, love and generosity to others will never be forgotton. We rode together we laugh and enjoyed our time with you. I feel so blessed that I was able to hug you one last time before you rode off from my house on Saturday. I love you and will Miss you. My heart goes out to Elizabeth, and my Sister Jennie Auntie Marie, and Uncle Norvell

Anthony Arroyo

June 15, 2011

To my brother, when we boxed for Wells Park in the 70's no one could beat us, when you lived your life you were everywhere for everyone. You and our Father could never be more the same. We will miss you, the memories of our childhood will always be of the good times. R.I.P. your duties are done, Love Anthony

Blanca Arias Del Rio

June 15, 2011

Our deepest condolences cousin Elizabeth and family. Our hearts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. May God give you strength..

June 15, 2011

For you are in the arms of the Lord, but you'll always be by our side. The memories of your laughter will always be with us. We will miss you dearly for we loved you in life, in death we shall do the same. R.I.P. Mario. Duke and Nina Gutierrez Colon

June 15, 2011

We will miss you DEARLY Love Rocco and Sherri Lake Villa, IL

Liz Taylor

June 15, 2011

Mario, giver, selfless, caring, loving, provider, loving husband, father and son, a friend to anyone who is in need. You will truly be missed. Now you are with our heavenly father and you will drink of the living waters. And God will wipe away every tear from every eye. With Love Aunt Liz

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