Cesar Calderon Obituary
Obituary published on Legacy.com by Symonds-Madison Funeral Home on Sep. 24, 2025.
César Calderón, de 74 años, de Elgin, Illinois, falleció el 22 de septiembre de 2025. Nació el 11 de agosto de 1951 en México, hijo de sus queridos padres, Jesús Calderón y Emerehilda Reyes. Fue un hombre trabajador, dedicado y cariñoso que construyó su vida sobre la dedicación a su familia y el orgullo por su oficio.
César llegó a Estados Unidos y comenzó a trabajar como sastre, para luego dedicarse a la pintura, donde se consolidó como un profesional cualificado. Con determinación y perseverancia, finalmente fundó su propia empresa, disfrutando de una larga y exitosa carrera. Incluso jubilado, César era conocido por su habilidad para todo, siempre dispuesto a aportar sus habilidades a cualquier proyecto. Creía en el trabajo duro y la atención al detalle, y se enorgullecía de cada trabajo que realizaba.
En 1979, mientras trabajaba para una sastrería en Chicago, César conoció al amor de su vida, María. Se casaron al año siguiente, iniciando un hermoso matrimonio que duró 45 años. Juntos construyeron un hogar y una familia, criando a sus hijos con amor, risas y ejemplo.
César era conocido por su cálida personalidad y su sentido del humor. Le encantaba hacer reír a la gente con sus chistes y bromas de forma alegre y cariñosa. Era más feliz cuando hacía reparaciones en el garaje, arreglaba los coches de la familia o trabajaba en proyectos domésticos. Fuera del trabajo y la familia, disfrutaba viendo fútbol y boxeo por televisión. También era un goloso y a menudo se le podía encontrar disfrutando de galletas con una taza de café.
Sobre todo, César será recordado por su amor a la familia y la alegría que les brindó a quienes lo rodeaban. Era un hombre divertido que creó innumerables recuerdos felices, y su mayor orgullo fue ser esposo y padre. Amó profundamente hasta el final, dejando un legado de risas, trabajo duro y devoción.
A César le sobreviven su esposa, María Inés Vera; sus hijos, César Calderón Jr., Jaime Calderón, Isabel Gavina y Amelia Gavina; sus nietos, Kasandra Gavina, Jaquelyn Gavina, Hugo Gavina y Natalia Gavina; y bisnietos, Penélope Cruz y Adriel Gavina.
El velatorio se realizará de 17:00 a 21:00 h, con oraciones a las 19:00 h, el sábado 27 de septiembre de 2025, en la Funeraria Symonds-Madison, 305 Park Street, Elgin, IL 60120. El Padre Robert Camacho oficiará la velación.
Para acceder al velatorio de forma remota, se recomienda a los seres queridos conectarse a través de Zoom (ID de la reunión: 870 8245 5886, Contraseña: 296082).
El entierro será privado.
Los arreglos finales estarán a cargo de la Funeraria Symonds-Madison. Para más información, llame al 847-741-1128.
Cesar Calderon, age 74, of Elgin, IL, passed away on September 22, 2025. He was born August 11, 1951 in Mexico to his loving parents, Jesus Calderon and Emerehilda Reyes. He was a hardworking, devoted, and loving man who built his life on dedication to his family and pride in his craft.
Cesar first came to the United States and began working as a tailor, later transitioning into painting, where he established himself as a skilled professional. With determination and persistence, he eventually launched his own company, enjoying a long and successful career. Even in retirement, Cesar was known as a jack of all trades-always ready to lend his skills to any project. He believed in working hard and paying attention to detail, and he took great pride in every job he did.
In 1979, while working for a tailoring company in Chicago, Cesar met the love of his life, Maria. The two married the following year, beginning a beautiful marriage that lasted 45 years. Together they built a home and a family, raising their children with love, laughter, and example.
Cesar was known for his warm personality and sense of humor. He loved making people laugh with his silly jokes and teasing in a lighthearted, affectionate way. He was happiest when tinkering in the garage, fixing family cars, or working on projects around the house. Outside of work and family, he enjoyed watching soccer and boxing on TV. He also had a sweet tooth and could often be found enjoying cookies with a cup of coffee.
Above all, Cesar will be remembered for his love of family and the joy he brought to those around him. He was a fun-loving man who created countless happy memories, and his greatest pride was being a husband and father. He loved deeply until the very end, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, hard work, and devotion.
Cesar is survived by his wife, Maria Ines Vera; children, Cesar Calderon Jr., Jaime Calderon, Isabel Gavina, and Amelia Gavina; grandchildren, Kasandra Gavina, Jaquelyn Gavina, Hugo Gavina, and Natalia Gavina; and great-grandchildren, Penelope Cruz and Adriel Gavina.
Visitation will be 5:00pm to 9:00pm, with prayers at 7:00pm, Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Symonds-Madison Funeral Home, 305 Park Street, Elgin, IL 60120. Fr. Robert Camacho will be officiating.
To access the visitation remotely, loved ones are encouraged to log on via Zoom (Meeting ID: 870 8245 5886, Password: 296082).
Interment will be private.
Final arrangements entrusted to Symonds-Madison Funeral Home. For more information, call 847-741-1128.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Cesar Calderon, please visit our floral store.
César llegó a Estados Unidos y comenzó a trabajar como sastre, para luego dedicarse a la pintura, donde se consolidó como un profesional cualificado. Con determinación y perseverancia, finalmente fundó su propia empresa, disfrutando de una larga y exitosa carrera. Incluso jubilado, César era conocido por su habilidad para todo, siempre dispuesto a aportar sus habilidades a cualquier proyecto. Creía en el trabajo duro y la atención al detalle, y se enorgullecía de cada trabajo que realizaba.
En 1979, mientras trabajaba para una sastrería en Chicago, César conoció al amor de su vida, María. Se casaron al año siguiente, iniciando un hermoso matrimonio que duró 45 años. Juntos construyeron un hogar y una familia, criando a sus hijos con amor, risas y ejemplo.
César era conocido por su cálida personalidad y su sentido del humor. Le encantaba hacer reír a la gente con sus chistes y bromas de forma alegre y cariñosa. Era más feliz cuando hacía reparaciones en el garaje, arreglaba los coches de la familia o trabajaba en proyectos domésticos. Fuera del trabajo y la familia, disfrutaba viendo fútbol y boxeo por televisión. También era un goloso y a menudo se le podía encontrar disfrutando de galletas con una taza de café.
Sobre todo, César será recordado por su amor a la familia y la alegría que les brindó a quienes lo rodeaban. Era un hombre divertido que creó innumerables recuerdos felices, y su mayor orgullo fue ser esposo y padre. Amó profundamente hasta el final, dejando un legado de risas, trabajo duro y devoción.
A César le sobreviven su esposa, María Inés Vera; sus hijos, César Calderón Jr., Jaime Calderón, Isabel Gavina y Amelia Gavina; sus nietos, Kasandra Gavina, Jaquelyn Gavina, Hugo Gavina y Natalia Gavina; y bisnietos, Penélope Cruz y Adriel Gavina.
El velatorio se realizará de 17:00 a 21:00 h, con oraciones a las 19:00 h, el sábado 27 de septiembre de 2025, en la Funeraria Symonds-Madison, 305 Park Street, Elgin, IL 60120. El Padre Robert Camacho oficiará la velación.
Para acceder al velatorio de forma remota, se recomienda a los seres queridos conectarse a través de Zoom (ID de la reunión: 870 8245 5886, Contraseña: 296082).
El entierro será privado.
Los arreglos finales estarán a cargo de la Funeraria Symonds-Madison. Para más información, llame al 847-741-1128.
Cesar Calderon, age 74, of Elgin, IL, passed away on September 22, 2025. He was born August 11, 1951 in Mexico to his loving parents, Jesus Calderon and Emerehilda Reyes. He was a hardworking, devoted, and loving man who built his life on dedication to his family and pride in his craft.
Cesar first came to the United States and began working as a tailor, later transitioning into painting, where he established himself as a skilled professional. With determination and persistence, he eventually launched his own company, enjoying a long and successful career. Even in retirement, Cesar was known as a jack of all trades-always ready to lend his skills to any project. He believed in working hard and paying attention to detail, and he took great pride in every job he did.
In 1979, while working for a tailoring company in Chicago, Cesar met the love of his life, Maria. The two married the following year, beginning a beautiful marriage that lasted 45 years. Together they built a home and a family, raising their children with love, laughter, and example.
Cesar was known for his warm personality and sense of humor. He loved making people laugh with his silly jokes and teasing in a lighthearted, affectionate way. He was happiest when tinkering in the garage, fixing family cars, or working on projects around the house. Outside of work and family, he enjoyed watching soccer and boxing on TV. He also had a sweet tooth and could often be found enjoying cookies with a cup of coffee.
Above all, Cesar will be remembered for his love of family and the joy he brought to those around him. He was a fun-loving man who created countless happy memories, and his greatest pride was being a husband and father. He loved deeply until the very end, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, hard work, and devotion.
Cesar is survived by his wife, Maria Ines Vera; children, Cesar Calderon Jr., Jaime Calderon, Isabel Gavina, and Amelia Gavina; grandchildren, Kasandra Gavina, Jaquelyn Gavina, Hugo Gavina, and Natalia Gavina; and great-grandchildren, Penelope Cruz and Adriel Gavina.
Visitation will be 5:00pm to 9:00pm, with prayers at 7:00pm, Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Symonds-Madison Funeral Home, 305 Park Street, Elgin, IL 60120. Fr. Robert Camacho will be officiating.
To access the visitation remotely, loved ones are encouraged to log on via Zoom (Meeting ID: 870 8245 5886, Password: 296082).
Interment will be private.
Final arrangements entrusted to Symonds-Madison Funeral Home. For more information, call 847-741-1128.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Cesar Calderon, please visit our floral store.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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