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Oscar Lanuza Obituary

Oscar S. Lanuza Jr. age 48. Beloved son of Carmencita (Santos) and the late Oscar Sr. Dearest brother of Maria (Michael) Hogan. Dear uncle and Godfather of Sean Hogan. Survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and devoted to many friends. His passions in life were music and photography. Visitation Friday May 9th, 3 pm to 9pm with Funeral Services Saturday May 10th, 9:30 am from TOHLE FUNERAL HOME 4325 W. Lawrence Ave. at Lowell to St. Edward Church 4350 W. Sunnyside, Mass 10am. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Info 773-685-4400 or tohlefuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 8, 2014.

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adam pietka

May 31, 2014

i may have only known Oscar for about 12 yrs, but i feel like i have known him all my life. i just cant believe his big smile, and a caring personality is no longer with us. it feels like yesterday when oscar was at my work getting an oil change on his car, i can still remember the talk we had to meet up in a few weeks. you will be missed. love ya like a brother. you and your family will be in my prayers.

Onie Boy Santos

May 8, 2014

How I wish I could be there at this most difficult time. I am grieving as much as the family is. Will surely miss you big time my good cousin Coly. My prayers also for Tita Mameng, Med and the rest of the family.

May 8, 2014

Our deepest condolences on your loss.
Isidore Ordinario Jr.

May 8, 2014

Dear Carmencita,
It broke our hearts. We have some idea of how much you are suffering because we also had the sudden death of my brother in our family. I believe it is the hardest thing of all to endure. Much love and prayers,
Alice and Wally

May 8, 2014

Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about Kuya Coly's passing. We are here to support you (Tita Mameng, Ate Med and family) in your grieving process. Our thoughts and prayers are with you

- Rene, Christia and Lala Santos

May 8, 2014

My prayers are with your family.

-Neva Rodriguez (Squires)

Jerome Hernandez

May 8, 2014

God wanted one of his angels with him at this time. My brother Jose will welcome Oscar. Your Family will be in our prayers.

May 8, 2014

Coly, up to now i still could not believe you'll be gone forever but i know you're in a better place with our creator. rest in peace my dear cousin. we will truly miss you. chicago will never be the same again when we come to visit.

May 8, 2014

Kuya Coly may u find eternal peace and comfort -
ate Med and Tita Mameng may you find solace in knowing that we are all continually keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers-

Noel Santos and family

May 8, 2014

Maria,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Words can't express how saddened I am for you and your family. Hold tight to your memories for comfort and don't forget your CRHP sisters are there for you to lean on for strength.
Diane Hudson

Ingryd Lorenzana

May 8, 2014

My Dear Oscar...you are amongst the sweetest most kind souls ive ever known....absolutely the world will not be the same without you.

The Villanuevas

May 8, 2014

We ALL love you Yup and we will truly miss a great friend!

Neil Magahis

May 8, 2014

Rest in peace our dear friend Oscar...We love you, you will be truly missed! Love Neil and Christine Magahis

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9

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3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Tohle Funeral Home

4325 W. Lawrence Avenue, Chicago, IL 60630

May

10

Funeral service

9:30 a.m.

Tohle Funeral Home

4325 W. Lawrence Avenue, Chicago, IL 60630

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10

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10:00 a.m.

St. Edward Church

4350 W. Sunnyside, IL

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