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Rene Alonzo Obituary

Rene Anthony Alonzo Griffith, IN Rene Anthony Alonzo, age 33, of Griffith, IN, went to his eternal home on Sunday, September 16, 2007. Rene was born on January 23, 1974 in East Chicago, IN to Richard Alonzo and Patricia Herrera. He leaves behind his loving girlfriend, Erica Rene Badillo; and children: Angeleah Rene Alonzo and Anthony Rene Alonzo of Griffith, IN; loving parents: Richard Alonzo of Schererville, IN and Patricia Herrera of Merrillville, IN; loving brother and sisters: Richard (Diana) Alonzo and nephew, Ricky Alonzo of Schererville, IN, Stacey J. Alonzo (Elanzo Davis) of Merrillville, IN, Steven Mesa, Frankie Mesa and Susie Mesa of Merrillville, IN and Alex R. Alonzo of Highland, IN; grandmothers: Benita Alonzo of East Chicago, IN and Irene Herrera of Merrillville, IN; grandfather, Joseph Herrera of Naperville, IL; great-grandfather, Prenta Sanchez; along with many loving uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. Rene was a member of Heat and Frost Insulator of Local 17 in Chicago, IL. He was a graduate of Hammond High School Class of 1992. Rene was a devoted father, son, brother, uncle and a loving partner to Erica. He enjoyed cheering on the Chicago Bears and New York Yankees. Visitation will be Thursday, September 20, 2007 from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at Ridgelawn Funeral Home, 4201 W. Ridge Road, Gary, IN 46408 (219) 980-5555. A funeral mass will be held Friday, September 21, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, 525 N. Broad Street, Griffith, IN with Fr. Theodore Mens officiating. Committal service will be at Chapel Lawn Cemetery, Schererville, IN. Rene will be deeply missed.

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Published by The Times from Sep. 20 to Sep. 21, 2007.

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KOOL MIKE

January 10, 2019

R.I.P RENE "SMOKE" U WILL ALWAYZ BE MISSED AND NEVER FORGOTTEN!! I STILL REMEMBER IT LIKE WAS YESTERDAY. STILL CAN'T BELIEVE ITS BEEN THIS LONG. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN MY BROTHER!! REST EAZY KING

John Morris II

November 9, 2012

Love and miss you bro. See you again someday.

boy

October 4, 2011

I know you are one of gods best angels because the list of family and friends you look after is to long. Every man,women,and kid that remember you have a great story about you, thats how I know how many hearts you have touched.They always say a good man inspires people by words not necesarilly actions. In your case it was both.You had a special relationship with everyone , people loved you in there own way. You always looked out for me like the big brother i never had then I realized you were the big brother I always wanted. I will never have a friend like you .I miss you so much I wish we can turn back time . I wish you would of chilled that day here when I call you and I was cooking out for Yankees / mets game but god had another path.I hope the day we meet again you be there to greet me because we have alot of catching up to do. I had another son and I wish my boys can see you . I wish you can be here when t-bone is here playing but I know you are watching. Please continue to bless everyone you love especially your mom and dad that been through alot , I try my best to always help your mom , talk to frankie and keep good memories alive. I try my best with your kids too, but life is a delicate situation . My family loves you and you always be here with us and never forgotten. Much love my brother see you at the crossroads.

Jacqueline Thomas

June 2, 2011

We are still here and will never forget Rene. We love and miss him very much.

Dean Herrera still misses Rene very much

Jacqueline Thomas

June 2, 2011

Felicia Escalante

May 8, 2010

Rene, As I read each passage I can tell that you were truly loved by all and as the years go by you're contiued to be loved. I didn't get to say good bye but you most definitely have been in my thoughts and our memories of you keep your spirit alive in our hearts. Until I see you again Brother!

Irene Herrera, his Grandmother, with his children

March 3, 2010

Rene Rider Mesa Nephew and Namesake

March 3, 2010

Jasmine, mother, Rene's Sister in law holds his namesake and nephew Rene Rider Mesa

March 3, 2010

Patricia, Rene's Mother is now a Grandmother to Rene Rider Mesa her Grandson

March 3, 2010

This is Stacey again, with her nephew, and she wears a tatoo with her brothers name "Rene"

March 3, 2010

This is Rene's sister Stacey, holding her nephew, his son Rene Jr. at a summer family reunion

Jacqueline Thomas

March 3, 2010

Michael Feliciano

November 24, 2008

I miss you my brother, I cant wait to laugh again with you. You still are the best and deeply missed love you man til we see again.

Dean Herrera

May 5, 2008

Hey Rene still missing you very much! I keep your picture on my dresser in my room so I won't go one day without thinking of my NENE!
love you and miss you!!
Dean

Renes Mother Patricia, grieving for her Son and Tia, at Memorial Service for the passing of her Tia Gloria A. Jiron

April 13, 2008

Stacey and Steven, Renes Brother and Sister who love and miss him very much

April 11, 2008

Rene and his Brothers, from left to right: Frankie, Ricky, and Steven

April 11, 2008

My Son Rene, who I missed this past Easter

Patricia Barrientos

April 11, 2008

TO MY SON RENE ANTHONY ALONZO who I miss very much, and think of all the time; especially at the holidays, because you brought so much love happiness, and joy to all your family. Love, Mom forever and always, and from your Brothers and Sisters, Grandparents, Aunts & Uncles, Cousins, Neices, and Nephew

Rene with son Anthony, and brother Frankie. Valentine's Day Sweethearts!

February 19, 2008

Remembering Rene

February 14, 2008

Dean Herrera

February 10, 2008

Hey nene just want to say happy birthday and I keep you in my thoughts and prayers daily!!! Love you and will never forget outimes toghether! Dean

MARISSA MADRIGAL

January 29, 2008

HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY IN HEAVEN!

Michael Reyes

January 26, 2008

I miss u,and I will never forget u, happy birthday.

Michael Reyes

January 26, 2008

I will always miss u, u will never be forgotten,happy birthday.

Michael Reyes

January 26, 2008

Rene I will always miss u and think of u. YOU will never be forgtten happy birthday.

sherry jackson

January 25, 2008

I want to send my condolences to the alonzo family with your lose. it is yor first birthday in heaven rene. your long time little friend you grew up with . sherry jackson

PHIL STABOLITO

January 23, 2008

WE ALL MISS YOU RENE. HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY IN HEAVEN!

stephanie herrera

January 10, 2008

hey i just wanted to say that i pray and think of you everynight and day i have ur picture on my wall and look at it and wish that u can come back i really miss u cuzzo and i cry all the time i hear ur name or see your picture may the lord be with u and your loving family..luv u much your cuz stephanie

Dean Herrera

January 6, 2008

Hey Rene,
It's uncle Dean just wanted to say that I think of you everyday and will continue until I see you again. Love you Nene

Irene Herrera

January 2, 2008

In Memory of My Beloved Grandson, Rene Anthony Alonzo

These are your first holidays in heaven, with our Creator of the Universe, the One that gave you birth, in your mother's womb, who loves you very, very much; unconditionally, and your family, too.

Grandma loves you very much; you especially, because you look and act like my brother, Ruben.

You were the greatest of all in a special way, although I love each of my grand children, each in a different way. Each one has a differnt gift that the Lord gave them.

He gave you gifts that were very exceptional, which are love, kindness, understanding, wisdom, and knowledge. Your actions spoke louder than words. Silence is Golden. You were also a good father to your kids, and mother of your children. You care very much for your Mom, Dad, brothers, sisters, grandparents, Aunts, and Uncles. You also care for your friends. You were very generous to everybody. When somebody needed help, or a place to stay, you were there for them.

You accomplished a lot for your age. You fulfilled some of your dreams, and could accomplish more of your dreams, if you wre still here on earth. You left a good trait for your family to follow. I'm sure they will carry on what you wanted to do. I'm sure your spirit will touch the persons that you want to carry on your dreams.

I know you were very close to Steven, and he misses you very much.
There is not a week or or day, that Steven passes by, to see your kids, and so do your brothers, sisters, as well as your Mom and Dad.

The whole family was together for Christmas Eve. We missed you being there.

Mom and Dad are pursuing Justice, and the rest of the family, too. "We will prevail." He might have taken you to heaven, but your spirit will linger on in our hearts forever. I talk to you every night in our spirits. I treasure all the memories we had, and thank you for the love, and care you gave Corky, and me.

I have all your cards, which you gave me for Christmas, Mothr's Day; in addition to the flowers for Grandparent's Day, along with what was inside. You knew how to pick cards.

You will never be forgotten; I will always remember when you passed away, on September 17, 2007, your Great Grandma Caballero's birthday.

Hope I live long enough to see Justice done, that's my wish, before I leave this wary world, to go with my Heavely Father, to meet you, and the rest of our family.

I love you very much, and miss you, especially your laughter.

My prayers are with you, and all the family.

See you in heaven. We will talk and remember all the good things.

With love from your Grandmother, Irne Caballero Herrera.

Patricia Barrientos

December 31, 2007

To Angeleah, Anthony, and Princess Alonzo,

Happy New Year!

May the Lord bless you with happiness and mercy this year and always.

With love from your Aunts, Uncles, cousins, and Grandparents*

*Ricky, Diane, and Ricky, Jr.
Stacey J. Alonzo and Elanzo Davis
Stevie, Susie, and Frankie Mesa
Great Grandfather Joseph Herrera
Great Grandmother Irene Herrera
Grandmother Patricia S. A. Barrientos
Uncle Corky Herrera
Uncle Manuel Caballero

To Angeleah and Anthony Alonzo, from your cousin who loves you very much, Ricky Alonzo, Jr. with your Father

December 31, 2007

Rene A. Alonzo, father Richard Alonzo, and brother Richard Shannon Alonzo

Patricia Barrientos

December 31, 2007

To Angeleah and Anthony Alonzo,

Happy New Year God bless you, we miss you very much, and we love you and Daddy a lot. Daddy will always be in our hearts, and we miss him very much.

God bless him.

With love always from, Grandma Patricia S. A. Barrientos

Debra Rosado

December 24, 2007

I cannot tell you that it will get easier with time but it will be easier to talk about him. This is what I have learned from my losses which have been many. I wish that I had spent more time with my cousin Rene and his family but we always think that we have time tomorrow and then tomorrow never comes. My heart aches for you, Erica and the children and the loss in your young lives and for my cousin, Patsy, who lost her son I cannot begin to understand cuz and my cousins who lost their brother for I too have lost my beloved brother and for all the rest of my family. Our Tia Gloria wanted us to have the Family Reunion but we postponed it due to her leaving us. Some of us thought that it was too soon after her death and we really did not have the heart to continue as she was the one who assigned us specific tasks and called us every day to see if we had accomplished them. I now see why it was so important to her because it was for us, the family. We need to get together to celebrate and share our families and to give strength to those going through difficult times and also to remember those that are no longer physically with us as they will always be with us. So I hope to see you all this summer at the Herrera Family Reunion. Viya Con Dios, mi familia, Mucho Carino, Debbie G. Rosado,cousin
Feliz Navidad y Prospero Ano Nuevo

Debbie (Mesa) Gonzalez

December 19, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

dean Herrera

December 19, 2007

Once again it's uncle Dean, just want to say I'm always thinking about you NENE your forever alive in my thoughts. All the times that we shared they still seem like yesterday. i love you and will never forget you!!!!!

Erica Badillo

October 30, 2007

Things'll never be the same with out you...

What did I do to deserve this
I didn't even get one last kiss, from you
Oh baby God took your love from me
He needed an angel so it seems
I need to feel your hands all over me
I need to feel you kissing me
I need to feel you holding me
I need to feel your touch
Cause I miss your love so much
And I can't keep on living this way
I need you here with me
Why did he take you away, from me

It's hard for me to tell you I love you
As I'm standing over your grave
And I know I'll never hear your voice again
Why did you leave me
Why couldn't you just stay
Because my world is nothing, without you
Now I don't know what to do, with myself

I would've given you anything
Just to make you happy
Just to hear you say, that you love me one last time
I'd go to hell back over and over again
Just to prove to you how much I need you here
There is nothing that I wouldn't do
I'd cry for you
I'd lie for you
And there's no doubt that if I could take your place in heaven
I would die for you, yes I will
I would rather give up my life
Than to see tears in your eyes
I can't stand to see you cry

Cause it's hard for me to tell you I love you
As I'm standing over your grave
And I know I'll never hear your voice again
Why did you leave me
Why couldn't you just stay babe
Because my world is nothing, without you
Now I don't know what to do, with myself

I just don't know what to do with myself
I can't stop looking at those pictures on my shelf
Knowing it was just one week ago, stood there and took that picture
There just one thing that I want to know
Why would God want to hurt me so bad
Does He know how much it hurts to be missing you
Babe I'm missing you
Babe I'm missing you

I love you oohh God dammit I love you
Why did he did he take you away from me
Cause I love you so...
I miss you so much baby I just can't go on babe..
I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU BABE FOREVER & ALWAYS!

Dean Herrera

October 27, 2007

POO,
Just want to say I love you very much and always will. Erica be strong for the kids and let them know that he'll be looking over you guys always.

Uncle Dean

stephanie herrera

October 22, 2007

Rene Anthony Alonzo was my cousin i miss him so much he left us to soon and i couldnt even get to say goodbye. So i make a promise to you and keep it and that is to do good and promise to follow my own way in life.Erica and kids i love you so much and always remeber that he is watching down on us and will keep us and our family safe. Rene R.I.P you will be missed

You will always be in my heart BABE!!

October 21, 2007

1# Daddy in the whole world!!

October 21, 2007

Anthonys Baptismal

October 21, 2007

I miss you "BABE"!

October 21, 2007

Anthonys 1st B-Day

October 21, 2007

Erica Rene Badillo

October 21, 2007

WE MISS YOU SO MUCH... TO MY "BABE"
You left us so suddenly.Your inner thoughts unknown. But you left us with memeories. I'm very proud to own. No farewells were spoken, No time to say good-bye. You were gone before we knew it, And only God Knows why. I don't know where to start, how to feel or what to think. Our life together has been a journey & yet I will never understand why??? Good, bad, happy, sad, up and down. We went through it all. I guess we were two people in love trying to make things right for us and our family. You promised you will never leave me you said you were sorry for every thing you put me through. You begged me to hold on & never to let you go & put trust in us. But yet I still don't have you... I ask my self over and over why did they have to take you from our family. A lot of people knew our bad, but only we knew the good. We were too hard headed to let go and yet too stubborn to give up, so we both kept holding on. Through the good and bad, our loved still survived. Never did I ever imagine this would happen to us. I never thought I would lose you like this. I catch myself calling you in the middle of the night wondering what time are you gonna come home. I some times think you are away on vacation & your gonna come home. I am in still total shock I can't believe this has happened to me... Your lil man your main man your pa'pa thats what you used to say. I could just hear you now walking through that door calling him. Every time that door or basement door opens Pa, is looking for you. He picks up your pictures every day & he is wondering where your at. Pa, is still looking for you. Our poor Pa, he's yet to lil to understand. Oh my God & our Princess my poor baby girl your "TuTi Nanas" she is so strong she misses her daddy so much. I never ever thought our kids would have to go through this. They miss you so much "BaBe". People keep telling me I'll be okay and time will heal my pain. But how could anyone ever realize how much I love you. Days will pass and nights will come and go but a part of you will never leave me. You stole my heart and I gave you my soul and together we brought two beautiful children into this world. Every day I will look into there eyes and see you and while they are growing up I'll make sure they know how much you loved them both & all the lil thing's u used to do. "I MISS YOU SO MUCH JUST REMEMBER I WILL ALWAYS BE YOUR "CHUNKS" & YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MY "BABE"..... You will never be replaced and you will always be remembered. Please watch over us and keep us safe. Please give me strength and courage to face this living life without you. This is a total life change for me & I don't think im gonna make it with out you.... I love you "BABE" you will always be remember and always in my heart I love you....

ALWAYS & FOREVER!!!

Love your Girl & Kids,
~CHUNKS, Tuti Nanas & Lil Main Man Papa~

Amanda Ruiz

September 29, 2007

To Angeleah and Anthony,
Your father was the King of hearts. Everyone loved him dearly. Rene helped everyone he possibly could in the best way. Your dad was the funniest man he had best sence of humor and he always played the funniest joke on anyone and everyone. Most of all he loved you two the most out of anyone especially you Angeleah.... No matter what you will always be daddys princess..... All my prayers go out to my family, TO my aunt Patsy, grandma Irene, my cousins Rickie, Stevie, Susie, and my lil Frankie. I love all u guys

love always Mandy Moore AKA Megan

Ida Azcona

September 26, 2007

On behalf of my parents (Mike & Rosie Escobedo & kids) you are in our prayers. Renee will be deeply missed. He will always be with you. He is with god and looking down on you. Be strong you are a rock an the memories of the love you shared an the love yous have will motivate you to better days. We are here for you
Love the Escobedo family ...

Estela Ramirez Montalvo

September 25, 2007

Erica and Children,
I am so sorry for your family. I know it seems like your world has come to and end, but remember that he is in heaven watching over his family now and that one day you will reunite again. Til then keep him alive thru your children and your beautiful memories. Sorry I could not be there in person.

Solis Family

September 23, 2007

Erica and kids,
You are in your thoughts,hearts,and prayers.May your memories bring you comfort.We are always here for you.

M P

September 22, 2007

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO STACEY AND FAMILY. MAY THE LORD CARRY YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONE'S THROUGH, THIS TIME OF NEED. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.......

David & Delainah Medina

September 22, 2007

To the Alonzo Family: May memories carry you through this sorrowful and difficult time. Our condolences to both families.

Eric & Nicole Jakubowski

September 22, 2007

Our deepest sympathy to the Alonzo family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Quinlan Family

September 22, 2007

May you Rest In Peace Rene Anthony Alonzo(Pooh). Your flying above in heaven now watching over your loved ones, and you have many. You will shine through your children, guide them with your light, they are a part of you, your warm heart, and your bright smile. We are all fortunate to have share the time with you we shared in this life. Until we meet again my friend, my cousin. I Love You and will Miss You forever.
God Bless all who grieve may God give you strength to carry on, and hold all the Love & Memories close to your heart.

THE ESCOBEDO FAMILY

September 21, 2007

TO THE ALONZO FAMILY:
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO ALL OF YOU. I KNOW WHAT YOU ARE GOING THROUGH FOR I TOO LOST MY SON THE SAME WAY. GOD BLESS YOU AND REMEMBER RENE IS NOW YOUR GUARDIAN ANGEL.

Lupi (Gutierrez) Rodriguez

September 21, 2007

Rich & Patsy
Words cannot express the sorrow I know you feel at the loss of your son. May you find comfort and strength in all the prayers said on his and your behalf. God Bless you.

Alberto Quiroga

September 21, 2007

To the Alonzo family,

I am sorry to hear of your loss. I have many fond and funny memories of going to school with Rene growing up. You are all good people and I hope that in your memories of Rene you can find a way to carry on even knowing that nothing will ever be the same again. May Rene rest in peace. Blessings to his entire family. May God take care of his children.

Alberto Quiroga and family

In Loving Memory of Rene, God Bless you and your children

September 21, 2007

To Erica, I know you and Rene never got married, but you know how much he loved you and how much you love him -

We took our vows together,
said "til death do us part."
But when God came and took your hand,
my whole world fell apart.
When I look back upon our lives,
one of the things that makes me glad.
Is that you picked me to share with you,
the precious years we had.
My life goes on without you,
but nothing is the same.
I have to hide my heartache,
when someone speaks your name.
You did so many things for me,
your heart was kind and true.
And when I neeed someone,
I could always count on you.
The special years will not return,
when we were together.
With the love within my heart,
you will walk with me forever.

I know this is a very difficult time for you. I know you feel like your entire future has been taken from you. But look at those two beautiful children that you have and help them remember what a great father, great son, great friend, and great person that Rene really was. Only you can teach your children what you know. No matter what happens in your life, in your childrens lives, in your families lives, Rene will be in heaven looking down on you and helping you through it all. If God brings you to it - He will bring you through it.

Jenise Davis

September 21, 2007

To Erica and kids, the Alonzo and Herrera families:
We are so sorry to hear about this tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. God bless you all. Love Uncle John and Aunt Julia and cousins Jenise and Jeff and family (Davis/Caballero family in Colorado)

EDDIE ESCALANTE

September 21, 2007

WITH HEAVY HEARTS & MUCH SORROW, WE WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS OUR MOST SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILIES OF "RENE ANTHONY ALONZO" REST IN PEACE AS YOU JOURNEY TO RESIDE WITH OUR LORD OF LORDS & KING OF KINGS. RESPECTFULLY, SERGIO, EDDIE, RICARDO, RUBEN & JOEL ESCALANTE. {psalm;23}

Erica Mata

September 21, 2007

I will not say that it gets easier in time.... because it don't.
I will not say that you will forget the pain of losing him because.... you won't .
I will tell you this... in time you will heal and see he suffers no longer.
In time God will give you the energy you need & the strength to be stronger!
It may be difficult now but in time you will come to see.
Why he left without saying goodbye leaving all the memories.
Perhaps he said goodbye ;what exactly would that mean?
There still would be no closure only "God how could this be?
In time it won't matter,in time there will be peace ,in time we'll reunite once again, in time we'll be free!
To the family of Rene Alonzo ,may the lord shed light upon you in this difficult time.Your family will be in my prayers.........Erica Mata

Debbie (Hernandez) Granado

September 21, 2007

Stacey & Rick,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Rene will be greatly missed. I'll always remember the fun times we had together with him. My deepest condolences to Erica & the kids. God Bless you and your family during this time. Hold dear to your heart that Rene will always be with you.

Rich and Gracie Gomez

September 21, 2007

Rich, Pat,and the Alonzo family; our prayers are with you at this time and the difficult days ahead. May God's grace be with you.

Rudy DeLuna Jr.

September 21, 2007

Our Deepest sympathy and condolences to the Alonzo family during this most sarrowful and difficult time.
DeLuna Family San Antonio, Tx

Blanca Acevez

September 21, 2007

My heart hurts deeply for you! Every memory of Rene has his huge smile and sound of laughter following. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all!

Jacqueline Thomas

September 21, 2007

I was just sharing good memories, with the rest of the family, at the funeral service. I remember when Pat and Richard had all of their cousins over, in the summer, to eat, laugh, and swim. This is where I can still see Rene, with Ricky, and Stacey. No one has mentioned it, but I must say we used to call him "Pooh". In my heart, he will always be "Pooh".

I express my deepest condolences to my cousin Patricia (his mother), Erica, girlfriend, mother of his children: Angeleah, Anthony, all of the Alonzo, Herrera, and Barrido families.

Psalm 91 is a source of strength, and protection for us all.

Rene, we love you very much. May the Lord bless you and hold you close, until all of us can see you again.

Carlos Longoria

September 20, 2007

Our most sincere sympathy and condolences to the whole Alonzo family from All of the Longoria's in Texas.

a friend long ago

September 20, 2007

I am so sorry for your lost but just remember to be strong for your kids as God will lift you to be a stronger person i also had the pleasure of knowing rene he will be missed that smurk will never be forgotten !!!!!

Cindy Pena

September 20, 2007

May you find peace in knowing that he will always be watching over you.

Jayme Martinez

September 20, 2007

It is just so hard to believe that this has happened...my prayers are with you Erica, the kids, and Rene's family during this time of sorrow. Words can not take away the pain but just know that so many people are here for you during your time of need. I wish I could be there to pay my respects, but Rene you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Rene you will be missed.

Mike and Minnie Martinez

September 20, 2007

We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to your family.We will have Rene in our prayers. May he rest in peace.May you share the best of his memories with his children and keep his spirit alive.

Delia and Rick Vargas

September 20, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with Rene and his family.May god bless you all at this time. R.I.P RENE

Andy & Miriana Callas

September 20, 2007

Alonzo Family:

Wishing you peace and tranquility in your time of sorrow. Please accept our deepest sympathy. May a lifetime of wonderful memories give strength to you and your family in the days ahead.

Sylvia Gomez

September 20, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God give you strength in this time of sorrow.

The Pineda Family

September 20, 2007

To the Alonzo and Badillo Families: May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful and difficult time. Our condolences to both families.

Melissa (Vazquez) Hernandez

September 20, 2007

Rich,Pat,Ricky,& Stacey I am so sorry for this loss,so very sorry. Erica and kids I know it is unbelievable & unbearable but I pray to GOD that you know that Rene and every good memory is forever with you and no one can take that. I knew Rene before he was a dad, but I am sure he was a great one & my heart breaks for your children. I ask Jesus to carry you Erica & give you strength today, tomorrow & always especially for those two kids.

Kelly and Al Barrera

September 20, 2007

Rich, you are such a wonderful person. We are so deeply sorry in the sudden loss of you son. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you at any time. You are now blessed with a special guardian angel that will watch over you always. May the memories of all the many times you spent together warm you during the difficult times. Our deepest sympathy, Al, Kelly, Jay, Sabrina and Nick Barrera

SYLVIA BADILLO

September 20, 2007

I WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY AND KEEP AN EYE OUT ON YOUR FAMILY. YOU WERE A GOOD FATHER AND A GOOD MAN TO MY DAUGHTER NO MATER WHAT THE CASE MAY HAVE BEEN I KNOW YOU LOVE HER MUCH.YOU HAVE A BIG HEART ALL I HAVE IS GREAT MEMORIES. I WILL MISS YOU MY DEAR SON. I LOVED YOU AS IF YOU WERE MY OWN. SEND KISSES TO MY ANGEL AND NOW ITS TIME TO SPREAD YOUR WINGS AND WATCH OVER ERICA AND THE KIDS. MY PROMISE TO YOU IS TO TAKE CARE OF THE KIDS AND ERICA. THEY MISS AND LOVE YOU SO MUCH.

Theresa (Sanchez) Baker & children

September 20, 2007

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief. Hope you will find comfort in the support of your family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers go out to my cousin, Richard, Rene's mother, Patricia, Erica and children, Angeleah, and Anthony, and the entire family.

Diane Apostoloff

September 20, 2007

Alonzo Family
With deepest sympathy, Unite as a Family to get you through this sad time in your lives.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Phil Caballero

September 20, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with The Alonzo and Herrera families. Rene will be deeply missed by the Caballero family. (Joe,Phil and Christine).

DELFINA GODOY

September 20, 2007

PAT AND RICHIE,AND THE ALONZO FAMILY, I DID NOT KNOW YOUR SON,BUT IF HE WAS PART OF BOTH OF YOU, HE HAD TO BE A FINE YOUNG MAN.HE TRULY IS WITH GOD RIGHT NOW.

N N

September 20, 2007

" If we could have a life time dream that could come true we would pray to God with all our hearts for yesterday and you.A thousand words can"t bring you back,we know because we tried, and neither could a million tears,we know because we cried.You left behind our broken hearts and happy memories too,but we never wanted memories,we only wanted you!We love and miss you dearly. "

Niccole N

September 20, 2007

My deepest sympathies are with the whole family of Rene Alonzo. May he rest in peace and my prayers are with his family. Be strong.

Annonymous ?

September 20, 2007

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Ginny (Guerra) Ramirez

September 20, 2007

To the Alonzo and Herrera Family:
We send you our deepest sympathies. You are all in our prayers. Rene is in a better place looking down upon everyone. May he rest in peace.
Love from your Aunt Virginia, Uncle Leo (recently deceased), cousins (Paul, Rinny, Ginny, Anthony, & Becky (born & raised in Chicago) butlive in California
Guerra, Ramirez, Onaka families

Alexander Acs

September 20, 2007

This is to the family of Rene Alonzo.... I had the pleasure of knowing Rene through our early childhood years at Irving Little League and working with Rene at the Sterks Grocery Store in Hammond, IN. when we were older. He was a good friend to me and someone i could talk to even though its been so many years ago. My condolences to his family, girlfriend and children. May you rest in peace RENE ALONZO. With loving memories..... Alexander P. Acs, Jr. East Chicago, IN. now living in Phoenix, AZ.

LISABETH IGARTUA

September 20, 2007

I WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY AND KEEP AN EYE OUT ON YOUR FAMILY. YOU WERE A GOOD FRIEND WITH A BIG HEART ALL I HAVE IS GREAT MEMORIES I WILL MISS YOU MY DEAR FRIEND SEE YOU WHEN I GET THERE.

Jennifer (Vasquez) Castaneda

September 20, 2007

Stacey,
Please accept my sincere sympathy during this difficult time. I pray that you will find peace in knowing that Rene will always be with you. God Bless you and your family.

Yajaira Rivera

September 20, 2007

Erica & Family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your children. Rene will be missed! May god bless you and your family.

Angelika Skowron/ Rubio

September 20, 2007

Uncle Rene, we will miss you very much. Inside all of us will always be apart of you. RIP Uncle Rene; love always Myki Rubio and Gabriela Rubio, Angelika

Linda and Robert Garza

September 20, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with both families. May God bless you all.

dennis and peggy rios

September 20, 2007

our deepest sorrow to all,who were fortunate to know RENE.

September 20, 2007

Angeleah,
I'm sorry about your daddy.I sorry you have to be sad.Jesus will take good care of him in heaven.Love,Cencia

Sarah & Mike Hernandez

September 20, 2007

Erika,
We are so sorry for your loss. May the the love and support from family and friends help you through this unimaginable time of sorrow. Although inconceivable now, the memories of life, laughter, and the love you shared will begin to fill the emptiness in your heart. You and your beautiful babies are in our prayers....

Linda and Robert Garza

September 20, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with your families. May God bless you all.

Melissa Lara

September 20, 2007

Erica, may God comfort you and bless you with strength. You must remain strong for your beautiful children. You and your family are in my prayers. God Bless!

Tony Martinez

September 20, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with Rene and his family. May god bless them and help them get through this. Rene was a good guy that didn't deserve this. R.I.P. Rene

Cicely Cobb

September 20, 2007

To the Alonzo Family:

I am saddened to hear of Rene's homegoing. I cannot help but think of the fond memories that I have of Rene from my childhood.

Your family is in my prayers/thoughts.

Cicely Denean Cobb, Ph.D.

A Friend

September 20, 2007

I want to extend my deepest condolences to the family of Rene. I had the pleasure of knowing Rene for the past few years and he was a stand up guy. I hope you find peace of mind thru this very difficult time. Rene Alonzo REST IN PEACE BROTHER.

Augie & Jackie Vargas

September 20, 2007

Our prayers go out to the Alonzo family, Erica & the kids. Rene was a good person, he will be dearly missed.

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