Alejandra Rodriguez Obituary (1983

Alejandra Espino Rodriguez, de 42 anos, de Elgin, Illinois, fallecio el 5 de agosto de 2025. Nacio el 2 de mayo de 1983 en Mexico, hija de sus amorosos padres, Jose Espino Farfan y Alejandra Rodriguez Ontiveros. Orgullosa graduada de la preparatoria, la vida de Alejandra estuvo arraigada en la compasion y la conexion. Conocio al amor de su vida en una fiesta familiar: un comienzo ideal para una mujer que se convertiria en el alma de cada reunion familiar. Casados durante 18 maravillosos anos, ella y su esposo compartieron un vinculo basado en un profundo amor, risas y lealtad. Alejandra era una mujer profundamente carinosa y desinteresada: compasiva, carismatica y siempre priorizando a los demas. Su fuerza y calidez conmovian a todos a su alrededor. Tenia el don de hacer que las personas se sintieran vistas, escuchadas y amadas. Como madre, fue devota y atenta, criando a sus hijos con gracia, sabiduria y un carino inmenso. La familia lo era todo para ella y nunca perdia la oportunidad de hacer sentir especiales a sus seres queridos. Tenia un espiritu alegre y un corazon sociable. Alejandra iluminaba cada habitacion que entraba, a menudo descrita como el alma de la fiesta. Ya fuera con su sonrisa radiante, su risa contagiosa o sus deliciosos pasteles caseros, aportaba consuelo y felicidad a cada evento familiar. Su amor por la reposteria y las plantas reflejaba su naturaleza protectora: siempre creciendo, siempre dando. Alejandra sera recordada por la alegria que transmitia, el amor que daba con generosidad y la fortaleza con la que vivio su vida. Fue, y siempre sera, el corazon de su familia. A Alejandra le sobreviven su esposo, Manuel Morales; sus hijos, Manuel Morales, Nathalia Morales y Denise Morales; y sus padres, Jose Espino Farfan y Alejandra Rodriguez Ontiveros. El velatorio se realizara de 17:00 a 21:00 h, con oraciones a las 19:00 h, el martes 12 de agosto de 2025, y de 10:30 a 11:30 h, el miercoles 13 de agosto de 2025, en la Funeraria Symonds-Madison, 305 Park Street, Elgin, IL 60120. Para acceder a las oraciones vespertinas de forma remota, se recomienda a los seres queridos conectarse a traves de Zoom (ID de la reunion: 828 4131 9158, Contrasena: 558015). La misa sera a las 12:00 h, el miercoles 13 de agosto de 2025, en la Iglesia de Santa Maria de Elgin, 400 Fulton Street, Elgin, IL 60120. El Padre Lino Smith oficiara. El entierro se realizara en Mexico. Los arreglos finales estan a cargo de la Funeraria Symonds-Madison. Para mas informacion, llame al 847-741-1128. Alejandra Espino Rodriguez, age 42, of Elgin, IL, passed away on August 5, 2025. She was born May 2, 1983 in Mexico to her loving parents, Jose Espino Farfan and Alejandra Rodriguez Ontiveros. A proud high school graduate, Alejandra's life was one rooted in compassion and connection. She met the love of her life at a family party--a fitting beginning for a woman who would go on to be the heart and soul of every family gathering. Married for 18 wonderful years, she and her husband shared a bond built on deep love, laughter, and loyalty. Alejandra was a deeply caring and selfless woman--compassionate, charismatic, and always putting others first. Her strength and warmth touched everyone around her. She had a gift for making people feel seen, heard, and loved. As a mother, she was devoted and attentive, raising her children with grace, wisdom, and boundless affection. Family was everything to her, and she never missed an opportunity to make her loved ones feel special. She had a joyful spirit and a sociable heart. Alejandra lit up every room she entered, often described as the life of the party. Whether it was with her radiant smile, her infectious laugh, or her delicious homemade pastries, she brought comfort and happiness to every family event. Her love for baking and plants reflected her nurturing nature--always growing, always giving. Alejandra will be remembered for the joy she spread, the love she gave freely, and the strength with which she lived her life. She was, and always will be, the heart of her family. Alejandra is survived by her husband, Manuel Morales; children, Manuel Morales, Nathalia Morales, and Denise Morales; and parents, Jose Espino Farfan and Alejandra Rodriguez Ontiveros. Visitation will be 5:00pm to 9:00pm, with prayers at 7:00pm, Tuesday, August 12, 2025, and 10:30am to 11:30am, Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at Symonds-Madison Funeral Home, 305 Park Street, Elgin, IL 60120. To access the evening prayers remotely, loved ones are encouraged to log on via Zoom (Meeting ID: 828 4131 9158, Password: 558015). Mass will be at 12:00pm, Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at St. Mary Church of Elgin, 400 Fulton Street, Elgin, IL 60120. Fr. Lino Smith will be officiating. Interment will take place in Mexico. Final arrangements entrusted to Symonds-Madison Funeral Home. For more information, call 847-741-1128.