Noemi Canales
July 19, 1944 — January 15, 2014
Age 69, entered eternal life on Wednesday, January 15, 2014 with her loving family by her side.
Noemi is survived by her beloved children, Blanca Garcia, Odon (Dee) Garcia Jr., Tommie (Jesse) Alonzo, and Jerry (Odie) Borrego; cherished grandchildren, Carlos Garcia, Martin Zavala Jr., Thomas Garcia, Noemi Wilkins, Michael Alonzo, Annie Almazan, David Alonzo, and Lily Alonzo; great-grandchildren, Makayla and Lorne Wilkins Jr., Ashlyn Garcia and Jaylyn Garza, and Lia Garcia; and sisters, Elvira Borrego and Dora Young; and close family friend, Tom A.; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends.
Preceded in death by her parents, Tomas and Hijinia Canales; brothers and sisters, Estefania Torres, Alfredo Canales, and Andres Canales.
Noemi dedicated her life to her family who she loved unconditionally.
Special thanks to Joliet Fire Station #5 and Presence St. Joseph Hospital 5 West Oncology Staff.
A celebration of Noemi's life will begin on Monday, January 20, 2014 with visitation from 10 a.m. until the time of prayer service at 11 a.m. in the Tezak Funeral Home Chapel. Per Noemi's wishes cremation rites will be accorded. Visitation will be on Sunday, January 19, 2014 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Rd., Joliet, IL.