Reyna Guzman Obituary (2021)

Reyna Guzman, affectionately known as Mama Rey, 71, of Waukegan, IL passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday March 31, 2021. Reyna was born in Mexico on March 19, 1950 and immigrated to the United States at the age of 30 along with her husband, Jesus Guzman. They settled in Waukegan and found work for over 15 yrs at Polyfoam Packers Inc, while raising four children and studying successfully to become a citizen of the United States. Reyna was an outstanding cook and enjoyed teaching her family her recipes. She made anyone who came to her home feel like an honored family member and always gave them a plate of her food that she made with love. Reyna Guzman is survived by her four children, Angelica, Jose, Miguel, and Jorge Guzman; daughter-in law Violeta Guzman, along with many nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and her beloved dog, Tony. She was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Jesus Guzman, sister-in-laws Adela Gonzalez, Angelina Cervantes and brother-in-law, Dario Guzman. Visitation will be 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday April 23, 2021 at Peterson and Patch Funeral Home 408 North Sheridan Road Waukegan, IL 60085. The Funeral Mass will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 24,2021 at Most Blessed Trinity (Holy Family Site) 450 Keller Ave Waukegan, IL 60085. Interment will take place at Ascension Cemetery 1920 Buckley Rd. Libertyville, IL 60048.