Obituary of Ricardo Arturo Calderon

Ricardo A. Calderon "Rick" Ricardo "Rick” A. Calderon, age 23, of Shorewood, passed away suddenly, Saturday, January 7, 2017 from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. Born September 27, 1993 in Aurora, he attended Walnut Trails Grade School, Minooka Junior High School, and was a graduate of Minooka High School where he was a member of the football team. He was employed by Jewel-Osco in Shorewood. Rick was an exceptional young man who understood and actively pursued what he wanted out of life. He was compassionate, thoughtful, and had a big heart influenced in no small way by the relationship he had with God. A beautiful man both inside and out, he was fiercely protective of his family and a loyal and devoted friend to many. Rick could also be the life of the party and his outgoing personality, sense of humor, and love of laughter are cherished qualities. He will be remembered for his dance moves, love of cars, football, and a good cigar. Rick was the beloved son of Diana (Arroyo) and Mark Gentile of Shorewood; devoted big brother to Robert (Lilia) Calderon, Corina (Jerry) Calderon-Garcia, and Keira Gentile; dear grandson of Gail Dobran, Sam and Rita Gentile, and Al Arroyo; great-grandson of Wilma Jean Dobran; loving Uncle Rico to Angelina, Cameron and Alora; and fond nephew of Jeff and Abby Gentile. He will also be missed by his faithful canine companion, Penny, and many dear friends, especially Paige Gliwa and Vanessa Fosco. Visitation for Rick Calderon will be held Wednesday, January 11, 2017 from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington Roads, Joliet. Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 p.m. with Rev. Daniel Stinnet officiating. Cremation rites will be accorded following services and interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Support Our Soldiers,616 Shelby Road #C, Fort Worth, TX, 76140 (supportoursoldier.org), or 4 Paws For Ability, Inc., 253 Dayton Ave., Xenia, Ohio 45385 (4pawsforability.org), would be appreciated. For more information, please call (815) 741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com.