Arthur "Big Man" Moreno

Arthur "Big Man" Moreno obituary, Calumet City, IL

Arthur "Big Man" Moreno

Arthur Moreno Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hickey Memorial Chapels - Midlothian from Jan. 26 to Jan. 27, 2026.
Arthur Moreno

"Big Man"

Age 77, late of Calumet City, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, January 24,

2026. Born in Mexico, moved to the United States at a young age and resided in

Michigan, and the Chicago Land area for many years. A proud United States Vietnam

Marine Corps Veteran. Member of the Calumet City American Legion Post 330. An avid

Chicago and University of Michigan fan.

Preceded in death by his beloved daughter in infancy, Elizabeth Moreno; and his

parents, Juan and Josephine (Nee Origel) Moreno.

Survived by his loving son, Ken (Sherry) Moreno; wife Socorro; three adored

granddaughters, Alyssa, Shayla, and Koral Moreno; great grandson, Brady Pierce; his

devoted sister, Christina Colella; cherished niece, Angeline (Leticia Ramirez) Colella

and nephew, Anthony (Jenny) Colella; Michael Rubio, many loved family members and

friends.

Visitation will be held at Hickey Memorial Chapel 4201 W. 147 th St. Midlothian, IL

60445 on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, from 4:00pm until 8:00pm. Prayers will be

held at Hickey Memorial Chapel on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 10:00am,

proceeding to St. Andrew the Apostle Church (Jesus Shepherd of Souls Parish),

Calumet City, IL for Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Following Mass

interment with Full Military Honors will take place at Abraham Lincoln National

Cemetery, Elwood at 1:30pm.

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