Irene Alvarado

Irene was the proud mother of six children: Fabian Pineda, Sylvia Torres, Rudy Pineda, Leticia Pineda, Joe Pineda(Dayana), and Frank Alvarado. She cherished her role as a grandmother to many, including Vanessa, Tom(Brenda), Victor(Janet), and Andrew. Jessica, Michael, and Alexis. Anthony(Jessica) and Brianna. Matteo and Crista. Maggie and Brenna. Irene also enjoyed the joy of great-grandchildren, welcoming Landon, Athena, Vida, Achilles, Amelia, and Ares into the family.

In addition to her immediate family, Irene is survived by her siblings Gilbert Jr., Lydia, and Ray, who held her close in their hearts. She was preceded in death by her siblings Tomasa, Ramona, Lupe, and Ruben, and also her grandchildren Korina and Taylor Angel.

Irene had a wide array of interests that brought her joy. She loved gardening, spending time with her grand fur babies (Luna, Fiona, Lila, Lola, Itzzy, Gizmo, Apollo, Sushi, and Cheyna and her deceased fur babies - Snoopy, Diamond , Shadow), and engaging in word searches, listening to music, attending church, and reading the Bible, and going for long walks. These passions displayed her nurturing spirit and zest for life.

Irene Alvarado will be dearly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Her legacy of love and care will live on through her family and friends.

Arrangements entrusted to Chicagoland Cremation Options, Schiller Park, IL 60176