Irma Iris Cortes Obituary (2026)

Irma Iris Cortes, age 79, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on April 30, 1947, in Manatí, Puerto Rico, grew up in Waukegan, Illinois, and later made her home in Gurnee, Illinois. She was preceded in death by husband, Alfonso, who passed away three years earlier and by her parents, Paulino and Esmeralda Vega. She is survived by her children, Carmelo Torres Jr. and his wife Mari, and Ricardo Torres and his wife Sandra. Irma was a proud grandmother to four grandchildren and a great-grandmother to three great-grandchildren, all of whom brought her great joy and pride. The oldest of six children, Irma is also survived by her two brothers, three sisters, and many nieces and nephews. Irma found happiness in life’s simple pleasures. She loved painting, cross stitching, and spending quiet time working on crossword puzzles. She had a creative spirit, a caring heart, and a strength that carried her through life’s challenges with grace. Though she will be deeply missed, her love, faith, and the memories she created with her family will live on forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Services will be private.