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Felecia Malave Obituary

Malave, Felecia Ann Age 50, passed away Sunday, January 4, 2015. She is survived by her father, Mike Malave of East Chicago, IN; children, Miguel (Jennifer Puntillo) Malave of Munster, IN, Desiree (Dwayne Bazziel Jr.) Sanchez of Union, KY and George Sanchez of Merrillville, IN; loving grandchildren, Emily Rose, George Ray and Jordan Adam; sisters, Rose Collazo of Munster, IN and Evelyn Malave of Crown Point, IN; brothers, Michael (Peggy) Malave of Valparaiso, IN and Charlie (Sonja) Scherer of Etna Green, IN; stepdaughter, Elisa Walker of Chicago, IL; special friend, Alice Cannon of Munster, IN; Godsister, Laura Ochoa of East Chicago, IN; special nephew, Sammy; and many other nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Preceded in death by her beloved mother, Rose Ann Malave. Felecia was born on June 8, 1964 and was a 1982 graduate of Horace Mann High School. She was employed by Franciscan Alliance and Valcore Business Solutions. She lived her life for her children and grandchildren. Felecia will be truly missed by all whose lives she touched. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, January 8, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at Calumet Park Funeral Chapel, 7535 Taft Street, Merrillville, IN. Friends are invited to meet with the family on Thursday, January 8, 2015 from 3:00 p.m. until time of service at the funeral chapel. For information, please call 219-736-5840. www.calumetparkfuneralchapel.com.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Jan. 7, 2015.

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Tasia

January 2, 2024

Continue to rest well

Joseph Coburn

January 1, 2024

Gone too soon, I wasn't aware of my friend passing! May God watch over you and your family! My sincere condolences! HM class of 82 lost a beautiful angel!

THERESA LEON MATHIS

January 1, 2023

SORRY FOR YUR LOSS

Sammy Rosado

January 14, 2015

From Grade School To Life Lessons Learned, There will Never Be Another That Could Take The Void You Left Us With RIH Dear Friend......

January 13, 2015

I just learned of the passing of Felecia, I am still shocked by the news. My prayers of comfort go to her family and those who loved her. She was a nice lady.

January 13, 2015

Rose, Evelyn and Family:

Extending much love and sympathy at this time of sorrow. Praying for God's comfort, strength and peace. Hold on to all the precious memories of Fella that bring joy.

"Our Heavenly Father has promised to take care of us. God is for us, with us, under us, and always watching over us."

Neraida Torres, Gloria Obregon, Sorida DeLeon, Laura Alcocer, Judith Williams, Angelina and Rosa Mangual

January 11, 2015

Desiree and Family
You have my deepest sympathy on the passing of your love one.
She was a beautiful person. May God strength you in the days ahead.
I will keep you in my prayers. Our condolence go out to you.
Willie and Val Collins

Kimberly Willis

January 9, 2015

My continuous prayers are with Fela's family. She was a sweetheart and She will be greatly missed. I pray God's peace that surpasses all understanding during your time of mourning. Our loss is indeed Heaven's gain.

Richard Marshall

January 9, 2015

What a great classmate and friend, Felicia was always at class functions and had so much spirit. She will be truly missed. Rest in peace!

Annie Martinez

January 9, 2015

Miguel, So sorry about the loss of your mother. Please allow all those memories of her to live on through you and your children. Share old memories with them and hopefully they will continue to bring a smile to your face. Thinking of you.

Mary Monteleone

January 9, 2015

With Deepest Sympathy,may the Lord comfort you and help you at this difficult time. Tony,Mary,Vero. and Cepi Monteleolne

Debbie Bufano

January 8, 2015

Felecia was one of those rare people you come across once in a lifetime. Never a harsh word to say about anyone,always happy,always sharing stories about her kids and grandkids. I am a better person for having known her and will never feel quite the same going to work again. I will miss her everyday. Rest in peace my friend.

Carol Sulkowski

January 8, 2015

Felecia, I miss you so much. I am so blessed to have had you in my life. God always takes the best and He sure got the best with you. I have enjoyed working with you and hearing all about your grand kids. Until we meet again,a God bless!

Linda Allen

January 8, 2015

Felicia was a wonderful sweet woman. She was always so helpful and kind to me. i will miss her dearly. prayers to her children and grandchildren,who she always spoke of. Linda Allen and Keith Collins

January 8, 2015

Wow..... I am still in disbelief...today I say Good Bye to my buddy FELICIA, this is one of the hardest things I have to do......I am going to miss you so much, words can not express the heaviness my heart feels now, but I know you are my ANGEL now. You had my back like no other and for that I am truly grateful!! The Class of "82" will never be the same without you. Rest In Him my dear FRIEND AND CLASSMATE. You already know I am praying for strength,peace, comfort and understanding for your family. You will always be in my heart, thoughts and prayers. Love you with all my HEART!!

Bonnie Thompson-Bell
Horace Mann Class of "82"

Maria Rodriguez

January 8, 2015

May you R.I.P. Felecia you will be missed. My prayers are with you and your family.

Joseph Coburn

January 8, 2015

God will take care of you!

Joann Jones

January 8, 2015

Rest in Heaven, Dearest. Such a sweet spirit. Everyone will miss you very much.

LaShawn Benard

January 7, 2015

Evelyn,
My deepest sympathies are with you and your family at this time of grieving.

Letitia Dawson

January 7, 2015

My condolences to your family in the loss of Felecia. Felecia was a special person and was loved by many. God bless your family and I'm praying for you.

Antonio Pascal

January 7, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with the friends and family of Felicia. Now that Heaven has a new Angel. We will all miss you dearly Felicia.

Equilla Sherard

January 7, 2015

May God be with your family on their loss, you will be truly missed, may you R.I.H

Juan "John" Rodriguez

January 7, 2015

I will miss you but I enjoyed our friendship that lasted a lifetime from childhood through out our adult life's.

Rest in Peace my friend and may God be with you on your journey to heaven.

Junie Braswell

January 7, 2015

R.I.P. Fela, gonna really miss you, Lord, I pray so really hard for this family, give them the strength, in Jesus name with much love, Mary Morales & family...

Andre Perry

January 7, 2015

She was a good friend and classmate that will truely missed.

January 7, 2015

Ebby, I'm so sorry for your loss, there's just no right words to express how much my heart goes out to you all. If you ever need to talk, I'm here. In Jesus name I pray, Amen......with much love---Mary Lee Morales, Junie Braswell, Pete Morales, Esther Riggs and Alice Powers...

Aaron Person

January 7, 2015

I'm praying for the strength of the Malave Family at this time, please lean on each other guys....Felecia wouldn't have it no other way, Love You Guys my Horace Mann Malave Family!!!

Vicki Valentine

January 7, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with all of Felecia's family. I've worked with Felecia for many years and the only thing she ever talked about was her family. She has shared so many wonderful joys with all of us at Valcore about her siblings, her children and especially her grandchildren. She was so very proud of all of the accomplishments achieved. I cannot express in words how sad I am of her passing. I will miss her very much. May you rest in peace my dear friend.

Sonia Medina Cuba

January 7, 2015

Fela, I remember when you lived on 5th & Adams and our family lived on 6th & Jefferson. I remember we always went to the Caballeros de San Juan to all the Spanish dances. The last time I saw you was at Jackie's Beauty Shop and we talked about Horace Mann's all class reunion. May God give your family the strength to get through this very difficult time. Rest in Peace Fela.

William Carter

January 7, 2015

I called Felicia my buddy, I met her through her classmates class of 1982. If I did not know any better seems like I knew her most of my life. That's how beautiful her spirit was, and is. She really was a special person. May God Bless the family and keep them strong. Memories last a lifetime. Love ya and we all will miss you. P.S. see you when I get there.

Marzo and Luz Perez

January 7, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to the family and friends. May she Rest in peace and may God's love strengthen the family.

Julie Gallardo

January 7, 2015

My deepest sympathies to the family. I remember my parents going to her parents house years ago. May she be resting easy with her mother Rose.

THERESA LEON MATHIS

January 7, 2015

MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY.

Gladys Medina

January 7, 2015

My deepest sympathy to the Malave family. I remember Fela growing up in Gary, IN. I haven't seen her in a very long time, and when I heard of her passing, I couldn't believe it. Fela may you always rest in God's peace. You are with your mom now. May God give the family strength at this difficult time. Cherish your memories with Fela.

January 7, 2015

In loving memory of Felicia (FELA) Malave, words just can't express how shocked I am, we did not see this coming, Our mothers were best friends, "Back In A Day" I'm just 6 months older, so I knew her her whole life. Fela was always nice to me, when others were mean, she was a beautiful person both inside and out.....I think about her and it's all good. I know we just got back in touch, thanks to fb, I will never forget our talk after 30 yrs or so it was just so exciting to hear her voice, always loved her accent, words just sounded sweeter when she said them. Lord, knows although we didnt hang out or become bff, there was a connection of friendship, love, and respect that came from our mothers-always making us play together, so glad they did! I feel so sad for her family couse, I know they have always been so close' for as it is hurting more then you would think since so many years had passed, so much more catching up to do, but her work on earth was done. I thank God that she found me, although it was short,it really wasnt, it was 50 yrs, having Fela has been such a blessing, and she has made a mark in my life, so grateful to have known her. Lord, I didnt expect this. I'm sure her family didn't either. We all must go home one day, saying good-bye is the hardest...I wished I could be there, I wouldnt be too strong, but we could cry and talk about the wonderful memories...Fela, thanks for being my friend, sorry we didnt get to meet up again here, but in heaven, one day, it will be my turn, till then, when I think of you, I will remember how beautiful, caring, and lovely you were and with a smile, I will look up and know you brightened up the heavens just like you would brighten up a room when you walked in....I pray, Lord, watch over all her loving family that she loved so and give them strength to get through this. Fela, missing you with much love...R.I.P. Girlfriend.........................AMEN from Betty June (Morales) Braswell, Mary Lee Morales, Pete Michael Morales, Esther Lee (RoseAlee) (Morales) Riggs and Alice Lee (BlackCat) (Morales)from the miles TN to IN, we will miss you.......

Ana Perez

January 7, 2015

My sincerest condolences to the Malave family. May she rest in peace.

Terrie smith

January 7, 2015

I'm praying for the Malave family. May God shine his grace, mercy and comfort you?? love Terrie A williams-Smith class of 82 Horace Mann

Sandra Diaz-Alvarez

January 7, 2015

My deepest and sincerest condolences to the family for your loss. Fela will be truly missed by many. She touched so many hearts in her lifetime. May she rest in heaven always.

Zo carter

January 7, 2015

To the Malave family much love The Carter family Horace Mann

Jeve' Willis

January 7, 2015

Thank you for loving my daughter unconditionally and adding value to her life by being an awesome step-mother. You were a great representation of an angel on earth and now you officially have your "Wings". I will truly miss you.

My heartfelt condolences to all that loved you dearly.

Tasia Simmons

January 7, 2015

Gone too soon, but the Lord knows best. May u rest in heaven. You will be missed.

Blas & Irene Munoz

January 7, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Linda vargas

January 7, 2015

You will be missed .remembering all the good times when we were young.Tell mom hi for me I will always remember both of yous.

Leo Alba

January 7, 2015

May God Bless Fela.
Thank you for calling me last week to talk on our good times together that we shared.
Our memories will never be forgotten.
You will always have a place in my heart since the first time we dated.
You are in a better place with the Lord and God Bless all your family...

Lori Mitchell Williams

January 7, 2015

I am almost speechless, about passing away of my life long friend, my beat friends big sister we just babies when we first met, we saw each other last year in Minnesota,lol you recognized me instantly after all these years. Didn't know it would be the last time I saw you. Love you Feel. My deepest Condolences to the Malave family.

Lionel & Bridget Hamilton

January 7, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dana Worthy

January 7, 2015

RIH, u will b truly missed

Vincent ward

January 7, 2015

My condolences to Mike and the rest of the family! Vince Horace Mann C/O 86.

Zo carter

January 7, 2015

To the Malave Family much love from the class of 1982

Lori Mitchell Williams

January 7, 2015

I am almost speechless I was with you a year ago didn't know it would be the last time, I have known you for a life time ,my best friends big sister I am truly saddened words can't explain, Rest In Peace Fela.

Chris Gordon

January 7, 2015

You were always there to offer a kind word or a big hug for as long as I can remember and now you truly are an angel. You will be truly missed. I love you

maritza lopez

January 7, 2015

My deepest condolences & prayers go out to Mike & all the family.

sandra wilkins/ sablack

January 7, 2015

I'm so very sorry for your loss may GOD give all of you the strength to carry on,GOD bless you all

January 7, 2015

OUR CONDOLENCES TO MIKE AND FAMILY. MAY GOD GIVE YOU PEACE IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW. SO SORRY. DIAZ FAMILY

LaGina Davis

January 7, 2015

I will truly miss you Felecia, I will keep your family in my prayers. My deepest condolences to the family

Tisha / Tommie Tatum

January 7, 2015

Heaven's gain is our loss. I'll miss you my buddy, I'll miss you my friend. Rest In Heaven Felicia.....Praying for strength for the family to endure such a great loss, and that someday God will help to fill the void...

Melissa Herndon (Mathis)

January 7, 2015

My heart breaks for her family. An angel on earth, she is now your angel in Heaven. She was very proud of her children and grandchildren. She will be missed by a lot of people.

Rosie Alvarez

January 7, 2015

Rest in heaven fela you will be truly miss here and thank you for all the good time we had as lil girls and the time u came and pick me up for church had in awesome time with u!!!????

Anita and Rick Behary

January 7, 2015

May God's Love give you strength during this difficult time. Our prayers are with everyone, and we send you our hugs of love.

#1 Bulls Fan

Evelyn Malave

January 7, 2015

To my Golden Girl,

I want this all to be a dream. I want to get out of my bed and go to your room and see you snuggled in your bed. You were my sister, my friend, my everything. Where there was Fela there was Evy. Even mom wanted us to be together thats why she gave me the name "FEBBY"....Fela plus Evy = Febby...lol We just laughed about that the other day. The last few days have been so lonely without you. Ive done things that I wish I never had to do but because I love you I knew I had to. Im going to promise you that I will be here always for Miguel, Desiree, George, Emily, Lil Man and Jordan. Remember you said I didnt need kids cause your kids were mines. Thank you for sharing them with me. They have been strong these last few days. I cant wait to see you tomorrow. I bought you a pretty outfit to wear. You are going to look so beautiful. Can you hug Mommy for me and tell her how much I love her. I have a few things to still do here but soon I will be home with yall. Fela, I love you so much. Please always remember that.

From your Golden Girl....your sister Evy.

January 7, 2015

REST IN PEACE !!!!!

Jennifer Puntillo

January 7, 2015

You are our angel now! Many tears and hearts will ache, but you will live on with us forever ! You will truly be missed all of our love always Miguel, Jennifer, and Emily ??????

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