Photo courtesy of Blackburn-Giegerich-Sonntag Funeral Home - Joliet
Joliet, Illinois
Vanessa Sofia Vela?Sofia?Age 16, passed away Monday November 4, 2013 at Comer Children?s Hospital at the University of Chicago, after a long lingering illness. Survived by her father Juan Vela; mother Oralia (Garcia) Vela; sister Veronica Vela; paternal grandparents Asencion and Carmen Vela;...
Read MoreI still can't believed that you are no loger with us , we will miss you
Michelle Ruiz
November 28, 2013 | Joliet, IL
Its been 16 days since you've been called to Heaven and honestly I cannot live in peace without you. I wish I could bring you back because I know you did not want to leave just yet. You were waiting for that moment to wake back up and get better to go home. You were tired of everything...Rest in peace Sofia. I know where you are now which brings peace to me but it'll never be the same with you gone.
Have fun in Paradise my sweet baby sister.
Veronica Vela
November 20, 2013 | Joliet, IL
I was shocked to hear of Vanessa's death.
I knew her from my days at both Ridgewood Baptist and Troy. Her kindness touched the hearts of everyone she met, mine included. I pray for the family.
Jefferson Cherrington
November 19, 2013 | Joliet, IL
I have not had a chance to gather words nor even try to say good bye. I'm in shock with all that has been happening. You are in paradise now free from all unjust things. You rest. Prayers for you and your family.
Maria Lopez
November 18, 2013 | Joliet, IL
M L
November 17, 2013 | Joliet, IL
Prayers from the Gettys family to yours. She was a lucky lady to have you in her life as are the rest of us. My condolences, old friends.
Don Gettys
November 14, 2013 | Plfd, IL
Juan& Oralia, Words can not express our deepest sympathy to you & your family. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. RIP Sofia ??
Ray & Vicki Adams
November 13, 2013 | Rockledge, FL
Mrs. vela and Veronica you have our deepest sympathy.
Ms.Ester and Kierra Davis and Ward
November 11, 2013 | Joliet, IL
May God grant you peace and strength, always. To all Family and friends of Vanessa, my sincere condolences.
Tammy Fonseca
November 09, 2013 | Joliet, IL