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Official Obituary of

Boris O Puma

September 1, 1969 ~ August 9, 2024 (age 54) 54 Years Old

Boris Puma Obituary

Con profunda tristeza anunciamos el fallecimiento de Boris O. Puma. Nacido el 1 de septiembre de 1969 en Alausí, Ecuador, hijo de Julia Calle y Reynaldo Puma, Boris fue el hermano menor de Rolando Puma, Gloria Floril, Wilson Puma, Sonia Torres y Fanny Vallejo. Deja atrás a su hijo, Boris Puma y nietos. Un tío querido para muchos sobrinos y un gran amigo para innumerables personas que tuvieron la suerte de conocerlo.

 

Boris se mudó a Chicago cuando era adolescente, donde rápidamente formó amistades perdurables. Se graduó en el colegio Roosevelt High School donde jugó en el equipo de fútbol, un deporte por el que sentía una profunda pasión. Para Boris, el fútbol era más que un juego; era una forma de conectar con amigos y familia. Conocido por su sentido del humor, amabilidad y generosidad, siempre podíamos contar con Boris. Sus amigos eran como una familia extendida, apoyándolo en los buenos y malos momentos.

 

A pesar de luchar contra una enfermedad respiratoria durante muchos años, Boris desafió las expectativas, superando las predicciones de los médicos que decían que no llegaría a los 40 años. Su espíritu luchador y su determinación de vivir fueron verdaderamente inspiradores, siempre planeando para el futuro. El viernes 9 de agosto de 2024, a la edad de 54 años, Boris falleció tranquilamente, rodeado de sus seres queridos.

 

 

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Boris O. Puma. Born on September 1st, 1969, in Alausi, Ecuador, to Julia Calle and Reynaldo Puma, Boris was the youngest sibling of Rolando Puma, Gloria Floril, Wilson Puma, Sonia Torres, and Fanny Vallejo. He leaves behind a son Boris Puma and grandchildren. A cherished uncle to many nieces and nephews, and a dear friend to countless people fortunate enough to have known him.

 

Boris moved to Chicago as a teenager, where he quickly formed lasting friendships. He graduated from Roosevelt High School, where he played on the soccer team, a sport he was deeply passionate about. Soccer was more than just a game to Boris; it was a way to connect with friends and family. Known for his humor, kindness, and generosity, Boris was always there when needed, never expecting anything in return. His friends were extended family, supporting him through good times and bad.

 

Despite battling a respiratory disease for many years, Boris defied the odds, outliving the doctors' predictions that he wouldn't reach 40. His fighting spirit and determination to live were truly inspiring, always planning for the future. On Friday, August 9th, 2024, at the age of 54, Boris passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones.

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Services

Visitation
Friday
August 16, 2024

4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Benson Family Funeral Home
3224 West Montrose Ave.
Chicago, IL 60618

Final viewing
Saturday
August 17, 2024

9:00 AM to 10:10 AM
Benson Family Funeral Home
3224 West Montrose Ave.
Chicago, IL 60618

Funeral Mass
Saturday
August 17, 2024

10:30 AM
Queen of Angels/St Apostles
2330 W Sunnyside Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625

Interment

Bohemian National Cemetery
5255 N Pulaski Road
Chicago, IL 60630

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