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 East of Austin)
Time of prayer 7 pm
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, 🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽🐬
Nery, (Coqui)
My dearest friend/sister
I will miss you. I’ll miss our talks, our playing poker stars. Your laugh..your advice.
I know you are in no more pain and are resting in peace.
I just don’t know how to say goodbye.🥺
I will carry your memory in my heart, until we meet again.
I love you mi querida.
♥️🕊♥️🙏🥺
Nereida, honey, I’m at a loss for words. I’m just shocked in learning this terrible news. I know I just answered a post from you! It’s true my sweet friend, tomorrow isn’t promised to any of us. I will certainly miss seeing your posts and chatting about it. I pray God will hug you tight and welcome you to the family. You will definitely be missed sweetheart, by me for sure.
Rest easy, fly high angel.
With love and hugs,
Bo. 💔💔💔
To the family, siblings and close friends, I wish you all peace reflecting back on Nereida and her life lived. Ill remember the years working with her as a someone who was passionate in her beliefs and very dedicated to the product she provided in her work. Her love of the Cubs and our shared love of Toby Keith. She could carry a tougher exterior at times, but if she knew and liked you, she was loyal and caring. Someone you’d be glad to count as a friend. She fought hard, and I’m glad she had a family who loved and helped her along the way. May she rest in peace.
Nereida, I hope your beautiful soul is free now, free of pain. We shared many good times, laughs and I can still taste the Arroz con Gondules. I hope Coqui is there waiting for you over the bridge. Love you, rest in eternal peace friend.
Diane