Edward Valdez, Sr.

“Eddie”

Age 79 of Coal City, Illinois and formerly of Plainfield, Illinois died Saturday, September 7, 2024 at Arcadia Care in Morris, Illinois.

Born April 7, 1945 in Mercedes, Texas, Eduardo was a son of Enrique and Martha Consuelo (Ramat) Valdez. He was raised in Texas and spent his career working for Allied Van Lines in mix state transportation.

One who loved the outdoors, Eddie enjoyed the Coal City Area Club, where he spent time boating and camping with his brothers. In addition he took pleasure in being with friends at Spivey’s socializing and playing the games. Eddie cherished being a grandfather and was a constant presence at the kids activities.

Survivors include his children: Edward “J.R.” Valdez, Jr. of Minooka, Ruben (Anna) Valdez of Bolingbrook and Rosa Cantu of Plainfield; four grandchildren: Brendan and Jaden Valdez, Veronica (Alexis) Sarabia and Amalia (Daniel) Martinez; several great grandchildren; five siblings: Jesse Valdez of Coal City, Teresa (Roberto) Cortez of Diamond, Manuel Ramat of Joliet and Maximo (the late Mikie) Valdez of Coal City; one brother-in-law, Ben Minor of Joliet and many nieces and nephews.

Eddie was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Carmen Minor.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

The family will receive friends for a memorial visitation at Reeves Funeral Home, 75 North Broadway in Coal City on September 21, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. until time of service, 1:00 p.m.

Inurnment will be private.

Family and friends are encouraged to log into www.ReevesFuneral.com to sign the guest book, upload photographs and share Eddie’s memorial page online through social media.

Cremation services and memorial arrangements have been made under the direction and care of Reeves & Baskerville Funeral Homes and Crematory in Coal City. (815-634-2125)