Nereida Guadalupe, 70, of Chicago, Illinois, passed away on February 13, 2026. She was born on April 11, 1955, in Chicago to Nelida Candelaria Agosto and Pepin Agosto.
Nereida retired from Cook County and was devoted to her faith, family, and friends. She is survived by her son, Michael (Michele) Guadalupe; her daughter, Melissa (Juan Correa) Guadalupe; and her former husband, Juan Guadalupe. She was a beloved sister to Naomi Rosario, Martha Febles, Jose Agosto, Felipe Agosto and her late siblings John Agosto and Esther Matat.
She was also preceded in death by her parents, Nelida and Pepin Agosto.
Nereida was a devoted aunt to her many nieces and nephews.
Nereida enjoyed spending time with family and friends, whipping up amazing Puerto Rican feasts, going to the dog park, cheering on the Chicago Cubs, gathering with friends at her favorite Mexican restaurant – Tapulpa, and advocating passionately for dogs in need of loving homes.
A memorial service will be held on Friday from 3 to 8 PM at Gibbons Family Funeral Home, 5917 W. Irving Park Road, Chicago, Illinois (1/2 block South of Austin)
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Garrido Stray Rescue (www.garridostrayrescue.org).
I will always miss you sis especially your laugh 😪
Nerida may you rest in peace .May the Lord forgive your Sins. Thank you for all the beautiful memories, and the laughter and hanging out like high school girls going to see concerts of Marc Anthony. Those were some beautiful memories. Now you’re at Peace and pain-free. Go spread your wings and go find your parents. I know they are waiting for you. You will be missed, but you are in a better place. Love you, 🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽🐬