Dr. Ricardo José Nieves

1938 - 2024

Dr. Ricardo José Nieves obituary, 1938-2024, Chicago, IL

Dr. Ricardo José Nieves

1938 - 2024

BORN

1938

DIED

2024

Ricardo Nieves Obituary

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Dr. Ricardo José Nieves departed peacefully on the evening of May 5, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones.

Born in Venezuela on June 27, 1938, Ricardo is a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend who left a profound void in the hearts of those who knew him.

Though Ricardo may no longer walk among us, his warmth and love endure in our hearts and memories. His infectious joy and boundless charisma made him the life of every gathering; unforgettable moments that he filled with laughter, storytelling and song.

Ricardo's dedication to his family was steadfast. As a devoted husband to Sylvia Del Carmen Bello and a loving father to Sylvia Cristina, Eduardo Enrique (Lina Maria), Ricardo Manuel (Maria Lynn), and Marina Amelia (Daniel Alejandro), he exemplified the true essence of a patriarch. He delighted in his role as grandfather to Daniel and Carolina Nieves, Claudia, Ricardo, and Alexander Nieves, and Daniela, Santiago, and Alejandra Alonso.

A proud brother to Maria Nieves Nieto (César), Olga Matilde Barreto (late Guillermo), Leonardo Nieves (Daisy), and Irma Angulo (Róger), Ricardo cherished family bonds deeply. Preceded in death by his beloved parents Dr. Roseliano and Amelia Nieves, and his sister Amelia Elena Fernandez (José Olinto), his absence leaves a lasting impact on all who knew him.

A practicing physician for almost five decades, Ricardo was renowned internationally in his field of ophthalmology and valued by his patients for his empathy and generosity.

His legacy of kindness and compassion will continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to know him.

A memorial mass will be held at 11AM on Saturday, June 8th, at Saint Clement Parish, 642 W. Deming Place, Chicago, IL 60614.

Memorial donations in his name to American Lung Association at lung.org

Arrangements by Inclusive Funeral Care, 773-318-1305 or www.InclusiveFuneralCare.com.

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El Dr. Ricardo José Nieves falleció en paz la noche del 5 de Mayo de 2024, rodeado de sus seres queridos. Nacido en Venezuela el 27 de Junio de 1938, Ricardo, esposo, padre, abuelo, hermano y amigo incondicional, dejó un profundo vacío en los corazones de quienes lo conocieron.

Aunque Ricardo ya no esté entre nosotros, su calidez y amor perdurarán en nuestros recuerdos y corazones. Su carisma y su alegría contagiosa lo convirtieron en el alma de cada reunión creando momentos inolvidables llenos de anécdotas, música y risas.

La dedicación por su familia no tenía límite; un esposo locamente enamorado de su mujer Sylvia del Carmen Bello; cariñoso padre de Sylvia Cristina, Eduardo Enrique (Lina Maria), Ricardo Manuel (Maria Lynn) y Marina Amelia (Daniel Alejandro); y abuelo de Daniel y Carolina Nieves, Claudia, Ricardo y Alexander Nieves, y Daniela, Santiago y Alejandra Alonso, quienes le llenaban inmensamente de alegría el corazón.

Orgulloso hermano de Maria Nieves Nieto (César), Olga Matilde Barreto (fallecido Guillermo), Leonardo Nieves (Daisy) e Irma Angulo (Róger), Ricardo valoraba profundamente los lazos familiares. Precedido en la muerte por sus queridos padres, el Dr. Roseliano y Amelia Nieves, y su hermana Amelia Elena Nieves de Fernández (José Olinto).

Ricardo trabajó durante casi cinco décadas y fue reconocido internacionalmente en su campo de la oftalmología y valorado por sus pacientes por su empatía, generosidad y gran profesionalidad.

Su ausencia ha dejado un impacto permanente en todos los que lo conocieron. Su legado de bondad y compasión seguirá inspirando a todos los que tuvieron la fortuna de conocerlo.

Se oficiará una misa en su memoria a las 11 a.m. del sábado 8 de junio en la "Saint Clement Parish, 642 W. Deming Place, Chicago, IL 60614.

Cualquier donación hacerla en su nombre a la Asociación Americana del Pulmón en: www.lung.org.

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May 12, 2024

Claudia Ahrens (Sanchez) posted to the memorial.

May 10, 2024

Leonardo Nieves Sillie posted to the memorial.

May 9, 2024

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Claudia Ahrens (Sanchez)

May 12, 2024

Chini! Tan bello tu papi siempre sonriendo es verdad!! Que en paz descanse y muchos abrazos para todos.

Leonardo Nieves Sillie

May 10, 2024

En una cena en Maracaibo, tío Ricardo preparó unas lapas de cacería, pero las habían cazado con perdigones, y la comida consistió en separar las bolitas de plomo de la carne, a lo que comentó que era como comer patilla( sandía ) .
Siempre alegre y siempre ocurrente, lo extrañaremos mucho.

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May 12, 2024

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May 10, 2024

Leonardo Nieves Sillie posted to the memorial.

May 9, 2024

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