His smile was Infectious...
September 28, 2014
A man who put other's before himself ...
A Tribute to Ozzie
September 28, 2014
A Tribute...
Ozzie
September 4, 2014
Ozzie, age 57, born in Chicago, Illinois February 4, 1957 and passed away August 24, 2014. Parents Ignacio Guzman Torres Sr. and Carolina Guzman Plascencia. Second generation from a Hispanic family. Beloved husband of Adriana (nee Almaguer) for 28 years; loving dad of Lauren and Emily; dear brother of Juana, Carolina, Beatriz, Victor, Patricia and Joseph. He was dearly loved by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Director of Facilities at the National Museum of Mexican Art, First Hispanice Chief Engineer for City Colleges of Chicago. Member of I.U.O.E. local 399, MIdwest Energy Efficiency alliance, Chief Engneeers Association of Chicagoland and Building Operator Managment Association.
A perfectionist, a Baseball fan, a racquetball player, loved boating, camping and many other outdoor sports. He had a passion for gardening and Architecture. He enjoyed renovating old nostalgic buildings.
Lauren Guzman My Dad was the best person I know - I am who I am because of him. He was brilliant, witty, goofy, a prankster. He was strong. About 15 years ago he was diagnosed with Stage 4 Non-Hodgkins lymphoma. After beating cancer, he would spend the next 15 years beating off one ailment or the other, some more serious than others. It was a miracle that we were able to keep him for as long as we did, and I'm so grateful that I was able to spend 25 ridiculously fun years with him. I have always been, and will always be a daddy's girl.
To all the friends and family who have been there for us - we couldn't get through this without you, and we're so grateful and lucky to have you.