Herminio G. Ayala, age 82, of Calumet Heights; formerly of Humboldt Park and Puerto Rico; passed away on January 19th 2018. Beloved husband of Dora (nee Garza Garcia) for 45 years. Loving father of Herminio Garcia, Jason Garcia, Jessabeth Marie Garcia Ayala, and the late Jose de Jesus Ayala Garcia. Dearest grandfather of 5 and great-grandfather of 1. Survived by five siblings and preceded in death by three. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Retired CTA bus operator for 25 years. Memorial Mass on Wednesday, May 23rd 2018. Church pending. Arrangements entrusted to Chicagoland Cremation Options (773) 631-0018.