Justice for Eddie Fuentes
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There are not enough words to describe the soul that was taken from our hearts on Sunday, December 21, 8:19 AM. Eddie, 24, was the heart of our family, the baby, and one with many dreams that will never be fulfilled. Eddie loved life more than anything and always had a smile. He was smart, witty, funny, and sympathetic. He had such a big heart. For each of our family members he had an everlasting impact. He touched many people's hearts and always gave the biggest hugs.
He lived at home with my parents and our brother Fernando. Although, Eddie was the youngest he treated Fernie like the youngest and always looked out for him. They confided in each other, supported each other, and built a bond so strong that has left Fernie devastated. During the last months, Fernie and his wife would gather in Eddie’s room to watch a show together at night. Eddie loved Fernie so much and always sought for his advice on matters of love.
Eddie played his guitar for my dad and would sing for him. He had a beautiful voice that many never knew about. Eddie was tall and always joked with my dad about his height and referred to my dad as Don. We all inherited my dad's sense of humor and Eddie was a prime example of how he could turn anything into a fun time. Eddie spent much time with my dad cleaning his beloved car, grilling outside, fixing things around the house, and enjoying starry nights alone with just my dad.
With mom, he sat in the living room and watched countless hours of TV just to spend time with her. He was the one that always hugged her and said I love you. He was her baby. She watched him take those first steps, and say those first words. She would stay up and listen to all of Eddie's dreams and aspirations. The last words to my mom said to him were “Be careful Eddie.” Eddie replied, “I will, I love you.” With those last words he never came home.
With my brother Sal, he also had strong bond as Sal is the eldest. He looked up to Sal and always followed him around as a kid. Sal started a small kids baseball league after he found out Eddie was being benched and unable to play. Sal made Eddie the star pitcher and coached his team. Sal and Eddie laughed and joked all the time. They always said one-liners from Eddie's favorite movie Dumb & Dumber. One of Eddie's favorite lines he used to say to Sal was "How about a hug?" which he did intentionally when Sal was feeling annoyed. That's just what we did, we annoyed each other to show each other how much we loved each other. In it's own dysfunctional way, which was always the goal of the day, to see who could annoy whom first.
Eddie would often visit me at my home and show up for no reason. He was a part of my wedding vows, in which I asked my husband to promise to take care of my Eddie as I'd promise to take care of his daughter. He called me his second mom. On Saturday, I had texted him that I was sick and needed medicine. He texted back saying "Or maybe you need someone to annoy you." It implied that he was coming over soon. He never had the opportunity to come visit me. He was my baby. My everything. He often told me people I was his role model and always talked about me in the highest regard. I never had the chance to tell him but Eddie was the role model of this family. He was truly a loving person and always put others first before him. His memory will be cherished and carried on by all of us. Life will continue in our same traditions and we will do it in honor of his beautiful soul.
Eddie was also Godfather to Addison, and a perfect uncle to Anthony, Bella, Alexander, and Diviny. He lived to see those kids smile.
Eddie was also a favorite grandson, nephew, cousin and a friend to many.
The purpose of this fund is to seek justice for my brother’s death. The people that caused his death must pay for what they did. Nothing will bring Eddie back but we know in our heart’s that finding justice for Eddie will help us heal and move forward. Please donate whatever amount you wish.
We thank everyone for their continued support and kind sympathies.
He lived at home with my parents and our brother Fernando. Although, Eddie was the youngest he treated Fernie like the youngest and always looked out for him. They confided in each other, supported each other, and built a bond so strong that has left Fernie devastated. During the last months, Fernie and his wife would gather in Eddie’s room to watch a show together at night. Eddie loved Fernie so much and always sought for his advice on matters of love.
Eddie played his guitar for my dad and would sing for him. He had a beautiful voice that many never knew about. Eddie was tall and always joked with my dad about his height and referred to my dad as Don. We all inherited my dad's sense of humor and Eddie was a prime example of how he could turn anything into a fun time. Eddie spent much time with my dad cleaning his beloved car, grilling outside, fixing things around the house, and enjoying starry nights alone with just my dad.
With mom, he sat in the living room and watched countless hours of TV just to spend time with her. He was the one that always hugged her and said I love you. He was her baby. She watched him take those first steps, and say those first words. She would stay up and listen to all of Eddie's dreams and aspirations. The last words to my mom said to him were “Be careful Eddie.” Eddie replied, “I will, I love you.” With those last words he never came home.
With my brother Sal, he also had strong bond as Sal is the eldest. He looked up to Sal and always followed him around as a kid. Sal started a small kids baseball league after he found out Eddie was being benched and unable to play. Sal made Eddie the star pitcher and coached his team. Sal and Eddie laughed and joked all the time. They always said one-liners from Eddie's favorite movie Dumb & Dumber. One of Eddie's favorite lines he used to say to Sal was "How about a hug?" which he did intentionally when Sal was feeling annoyed. That's just what we did, we annoyed each other to show each other how much we loved each other. In it's own dysfunctional way, which was always the goal of the day, to see who could annoy whom first.
Eddie would often visit me at my home and show up for no reason. He was a part of my wedding vows, in which I asked my husband to promise to take care of my Eddie as I'd promise to take care of his daughter. He called me his second mom. On Saturday, I had texted him that I was sick and needed medicine. He texted back saying "Or maybe you need someone to annoy you." It implied that he was coming over soon. He never had the opportunity to come visit me. He was my baby. My everything. He often told me people I was his role model and always talked about me in the highest regard. I never had the chance to tell him but Eddie was the role model of this family. He was truly a loving person and always put others first before him. His memory will be cherished and carried on by all of us. Life will continue in our same traditions and we will do it in honor of his beautiful soul.
Eddie was also Godfather to Addison, and a perfect uncle to Anthony, Bella, Alexander, and Diviny. He lived to see those kids smile.
Eddie was also a favorite grandson, nephew, cousin and a friend to many.
The purpose of this fund is to seek justice for my brother’s death. The people that caused his death must pay for what they did. Nothing will bring Eddie back but we know in our heart’s that finding justice for Eddie will help us heal and move forward. Please donate whatever amount you wish.
We thank everyone for their continued support and kind sympathies.
Organizer
Patty Landeros
Organizer
Chicago, IL
