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Seth Valdes Obituary

Seth Brian Valdes, 23, most dearly loved son of Jody and Carlos; loving father ''DaDa'' of Tyler Valdes; cherished twin brother and best friend of Matthew; beloved grandson of Arlene and Jack Suekov; dearest nephew of Larry and Scott Suekov. Seth will be deeply missed by his loving family in Belize and all his caring family and friends. Chapel Service Thursday 1:30 p.m. at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 Rand Rd., Arlington Heights, IL. Interment Randhill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions made to the Tyler Austin Valdes Educational Fund c/o MB Financial, 6201 W. Dempster St., Morton Grove, IL 60053 would be appreciated. Info, 847-255-3520.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Apr. 19, 2006.

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JAMIE AYKROID

July 17, 2006

DEAR JODI AND MATT-

I AM SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS. ITS BEEN SO LONG SINCE WE TALKED AND I JUST FOUND OUT ABOUT THIS AND HAD TO READ IT WITH MY OWN EYES. I AM SO SORRY AND I HOPE EVERYONE IS DOING OK. HOPEFULLY WE WILL SEE EACHOTHER AGAIN SOON. MY LOVE IS WITH YOUR FAMILY AND SETH IN MY MEMORY. LOVE, JAMIE AYKROID

Colleen Adler

April 29, 2006

Jody,

My deepest sympathies to you and your family. My you find comfort in the fond memories you all have of Seth. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you!!

XOXO,

Colleen

Jennifer Williams

April 28, 2006

Jody,

I am so sorry for the loss of your son Seth. May the love of friends and family be a source of comfort to you today and in the weeks and months ahead. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Renee Mallinger/O.T.

April 27, 2006

Dear Jody,

My thoughts and prayers are with you! Know that Seth wants your happiness "be you". This is the best gift you can give him. From the heart!

Gail Liberg

April 27, 2006

Dear Jody-I cannot possibly know how you feel, but I am saddened by your and your family's loss of Seth. I know you will be the strong one for Tyler and Matthew. I hope you know how much you are loved and will get strength from that. Sincerely,

Alaina Odishoo

April 26, 2006

Dear Jody,

Im so sorry for your loss. Your in my thoguhts a prayers. My mom and I will do whatever we can to help you get throguh this time. Always remeber how great of a person you are.

Love always,

alaina

JIll Schreiber

April 25, 2006

To Jody, Mathew, and Carlos

We are deeply saddened by your loss. We ourselves are going through a difficult time, but cannot even begin to imagine what it is like to lose a son and a brother. I know we haven't seen you in quite some time, but our thoughts and prayers are with you always. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.

Love

Jill Schreiber, Nick Milinkovich, and Dina Schreiber

deb meyer

April 24, 2006

jody words cannot express how awful i feel about you losing seth. please reach out to family and friends during this time. you are in our thoughts and prayers. love, deb meyer

Christina Bourque

April 23, 2006

Jody, Carlos, Matthew, Tyler and family,

I am so sorry for your loss of Seth. I know that there are no words that can make things right, but know that there are so many people who love you and are thinking of you every day.

Licia Cirone

April 23, 2006

Jody and Family,

Jody I was devastated to hear about the loss of your son. I know you love those boys and would do anything for them. You are such a kind and amazing person, there will be tough times ahead, but know that those around you love and support you and are here for you always. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Let me know if there is anything you need.

Kelly Weissman

April 23, 2006

Jody and family-



Know that we are here for you in your time of sorrow.



Kelly, Robert, Jeff, and Glenn Weissman (Pogo too!)

Jen Melloy

April 22, 2006

Jody

Words cannot express how much my heart breaks for you and your family. I know how much you care for all your boys, know how much your work family cares for you. My thoughs, prayers, and love are with you and your family. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.

Love

Jen Melloy

Kim Vuckovich

April 22, 2006

Jody and family,

"They that love beyond the world cannot be separated by it. Death cannot kill what never dies."- William Penn My heart, prayers, and thoughts go to you.

Love Kim V.

KAROLYN STAHL

April 22, 2006

JODY,

I AM TRULY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OF SETH. MY THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. I WILL BE THINKING OF YOU. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY,

LOVE,

KAROLYN

Jason and Katherine Blum

April 22, 2006

Dearest Jody,

Our heart and soul aches for your loss. We send our prayers and deepest sympathies.

Megan Gorvett

April 22, 2006

Jody,

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son, Seth. My deepest sympathies to you and your family during this very difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Megan

Marlene Weiss

April 21, 2006

Dear Jody, Arlene and Jack,



We are so very sorry for your loss. We extend our most heartfelt sympathy to your entire family at what must be the most difficult time imaginable.



Fondly,



Marlene and Ed Weiss

Your friends at MB Financial, Laura Hamp

April 21, 2006

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Kathy Hennigan

April 21, 2006

Matthew,Jody,and Carlos I am so very sorry for your loss (everyones loss). I love you guys so much and if you ever need anything I am always here.

Lynne Wehling-Fester

April 21, 2006

Dear Jody and family,

We were very shocked and saddened to hear of the loss of your dear Seth. There are no words that will ease your sorrow. Losing a child leaves a void like no other and a hole in your heart forever. We know however, that though time won't erase that void - it does help ease the ache of the loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers as you begin the slow healing process. The "twin bond" is a strong one and hopefully Matthew's love for Seth and his many good memories will help him and all of you get through this difficult time. Tyler will grow up knowing that his dad was loved unconditionally by you all and through him - his legacy lives on.

Love and hugs,

Lynne, Dale, Terri Ann, Ken and Kurt Fester

Jade Sha

April 21, 2006

Jody,

I'm sorry for your loss. Know that you are in my thoughts.

Heather Kessler

April 21, 2006

Jody,



My heart breaks for you. You never imagine that you will loose a child in your life time. You were and are a great Mother to Seth and Matthew. Just remember Seth will watch over you always, until you join him again one day. You and your family are in my prayers. Please let us know if we can do anything in the weeks and months to come. Hugs and kisses.

ruth marquez

April 21, 2006

Dear Jody,Im truly sorry for your loss.I can't imagine the intense pain you must be feeling.You are on my mind alot since I heard the terrible news.Remember you have many friends who care deeply.We will help you get through this. Fondly,Ruth

Tracy Hicks

April 20, 2006

Jody and family

I am so deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.

Duane Stich

April 20, 2006

Jody,



Our hearts go out to you in this time of mourning. When things like this make life tough and seemingly unbearable, know that there are so many of those around you who love and support you. We'll keep you and your son in our prayers.



Duane and Janet

Anne Setter

April 20, 2006

Jody & family.....I remember when the twins were born. We can never imagine having to bury a child.My thoughts are with all of you at this very difficult time. Anne Setter

Pam Jacobson

April 20, 2006

Jody I have been thinking of you and your family non stop. I am so sorry to hear about Seth. Please remember you have so many people at work who love you and will be there with sympathetic and strong shoulders for you to lean on. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Love and hugs,

Pam Jacobson

Cheryl Fornowski

April 20, 2006

Dear Jody and family,

You must be feeling so many different things at this moment-let them all come, they all have a purpose including helping you to endure the days, weeks, months and years to come. I grieve for you and with you in the loss of your precious son, Seth. Life on earth is just part of our journey. We all meet up again for

eternity. I want you to know I am thinking of you, praying for you, and holding you close in my heart. I pray you feel the warmth of God's loving light as it surrounds you to help you through this extremely sad time. He will watch over you everyday and give you a little bit of sunshine to store away so that someday you will have whole days of sunshine to warm you! Please know (and I think you do already), that I as well as others will be here for you in the days ahead to listen, embrace and give you courage to face whatever lies ahead.

With Deepest Sympathy and Love,

Chery and Elyssa Fornowski

Melanie Barney

April 20, 2006

Jody, I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your son Seth. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sending you hugs, Melanie Barney

Jillian Milinkovich

April 20, 2006

Jody and Family,



I am so sorry for your loss. Seems like just yesterday we were kids playing together in the backyard. My prayers are with you.



Jillian Milinkovich

Amy Bregman

April 20, 2006

Dear Jody and family, I am so sorry for your loss of Seth. I cant stop thinking about you; I am here for you if you need anything. My sympathy also to Matthew, Tyler and all those who loved Seth. A lot of people care about you and your family, may that somehow help ease your pain. Love you honey. Amy Bregman

VICTORIA SULQUIANO

April 20, 2006

jody,

seth went ahead and be with other loved ones but for sure someday you will be together again.my thoughts and prayers for you jody and your fAMILY.

Angie Jones

April 20, 2006

Dear Jody,

My heart aches for you. What a wonderful mother and grandmother you are. My deepest sympathies are with you and your family. With all my love.

Eileen Gross

April 20, 2006

Dear Jody,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this very difficult time. I know you loved Seth very much and lived your life to help him. I am sorry for Tyler's loss of his dad, and hope that you all can find comfort in his hugs and kisses. You have alot of friends out there to help you, lean on them and let them help you through this. We love you and you and your family are in our prayers.

Eileen Gross

Kari Thelander

April 19, 2006

Jody, my deepest sympathy goes to you and your family in this time of loss. Just know that you are a part of a big family that loves you and we are all sending prayers to you and your family.

With love,

Kari

annie odishoo

April 19, 2006

To my dear friend, my co-worker, and my heart,

For the last 18 years we have shared many, many memories, happy and sad, good and bad. On Friday April 14th, I had the privilege to be with you and your family when the unthinkable happened, your "PRECIOUS JEWEL" (you will understand), was taken from you. My heart was broken for you and your family. No words were the right words, no hugs were the right hugs and no explanation was the right explanation. Yet throughout the day, one thing was certain, Seth was deeply loved and Seth would be deeply be missed. As Oprah says, "It's What I know for sure". Jody, as a mother, and a mother of twins, you amazed me at your strength and courage you always gave to your boys. Everyone who knows you, knows that your boys are your life. You stand by them with unconditional love and have made many sacrifices to give them the best that you could give.You are an inspiration to all of us. And my special Matthew, thank you for spending your time with me sharing such personal memories and moments that you and Seth had together. I have watched you grow-up and shared special moments with you and Seth and I know we will share more in the future. You hold a very special place in my heart and whenever you want to talk again, I will be there for you. Jody, in the days and weeks to come, please let your friends care for you. You are such and amazing person, but always the CAREGIVER. Please reach out to all of us and let us take care of you. We all love you very much. Also, in the days and weeks ahead, grieve the loss of Seth, but remember to celebrate his life; the life of a son, brother, grandson, father, and friend. What wonderful titles he held. My prayers, love and especially my friendship are with you now and for always.

From my heart

Annie

P.S., remember what little Tommy said, "Seth is up in heaven with Mr. Rogers having lots of fun"

I love you my friend.

Randy Benowitz

April 19, 2006

Dearest Jody & Family,

Words can't express my sorrow at the great loss of Seth. I am and will be here for you at each passing day. Deep prayer and meditatiative thoughts go out to you and your warm wonderful family.

Love,

Randy Benowitz

Carter, Rose & Charlie Huhta

April 19, 2006

Jody,

We were so saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. You were so great to Charlie in the NICU and we love you for that. God bless.

Sheila Silver-Brown

April 19, 2006

Dear Jody, Matthew, Tyler, Carlos, Arlene & Jack, Larry & Scott,



We are so saddened to hear about the loss of your son Seth-words cannot express our heartfelt feelings for you at this time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathies...

Love, Sheila, Chuck, Michael & Jen Brown

Richard Halperin

April 19, 2006

Dear Jodi and Matt,

I know it’s been ages but I just heard what happened. I wish I could make it into Chicago tomorrow but it just isn’t possible at this time. My deepest Condolences, it’s unfortunate that we all grew apart.



Sincerely,

Richard Halperin

charlene klein

April 19, 2006

Arlene,Jack and Family,

Our deepest heartfelt sympathy goes

to you at this time. You are in our

hearts and prayers.

Love

Charlene and Irwin Klein

Mary Kay

April 19, 2006

Dearest Jody,

With deepest sympathies Jody on the lost of your son, Matthew's brother and Tyler's Dad. I am keeping you and your family in my prayers. Hugs Mary Kay

Karen Bailey

April 19, 2006

Jody,

I was so sadenned by the loss of your son Seth. I have been thinking of you and your family and sending prayers. May you find strength in knowing you are part of a family at work who care a lot about you! My deepest sympathy,

Maggie Thomas

April 19, 2006

Dear Jody & Family,

My heart goes out to you & your family.Seth will be missed by many! Please know you have endless friends/family here to help you. XOXO Love Maggie

Kimberlee Solarz

April 19, 2006

Jody---

I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I send you lots of hugs.

Love, Kim

Christine Hennigan-Cerda

April 19, 2006

Matt, Jody, Carlos, & Tyler,



My deepest condolences, I am so very for your loss. We love you all!!

Barbara Minelli

April 19, 2006

Jody and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family. Words cannot express the deepest feelings that I have for you, and especially at this time. You have always been there for Seth and your family has been a big support for you and him. A big hug for all. Love Barbara Minelli

Lucy Steele

April 19, 2006

Dear Valdes family,

My heartfelt sympathies to all of you for the pain which you are feeling so intensely. I wish that I had some words of wisdom for you, but there are none except that I am sorry. Jody, my heart and shoulder will be there for you whenever you need. You are such a kind and gentle soul, let people reach out and help you.

Mary Soderlund

April 19, 2006

Jody,

My deepest condolences on the loss of your son. My heart goes out to you and your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Mary

Cindy Beran

April 19, 2006

Dear Jody and family,

Words can't express my sympathy for you, Tyler, and Matthew over the loss of Seth. A mother's love is unconditional and and I know how much you loved you son. Please let me know if I can do anything for you in the coming weeks and months. There are so many people who love you and my heart goes out to you and your entire family in this difficult time... sending you a BIG hug!!

love, Cindy

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