Consuelo Mercado, age 94, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 11, 2025. Born and raised in Chicago, she lived a life of love, resilience, and devotion. She was married to the love of her life, Esteban, for over 50 years and together they built a home filled with warmth and enduring values.
Consuelo was known for her quiet strength, generosity and undying love for her family. Her favorite saying “No sense in complaining because it doesn’t accomplish anything”reflected the grace and grit with which she approached life.
Her faith was a guiding light, deeply devoted to Our Lady of Guadalupe her entire life.
She is survived by her sons, Carlos (Aija) and Juan (Cheryl) grandchildren Carlos (Elsa) Veronica (Raj) Adriana, Mathew, and Lauren; great-grandchildren Lexi, Ali, Johnny, Bella, Jasmine, Harley, Brianna, and Nico and step-family Inga (Ivo) and Matei.
She will be deeply missed and we will carry the love she showed us in our hearts for the rest of our lives