Obituaries
Victor Covarrubias
February 11, 1953 - January 1, 2022
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VISITATION
January 5, 2022 | 4:00 P.M. to 5:30 P.M. - Yurs Funeral Home Geneva
- Funeral
- January 5, 2022 | 5:30 P.M. Wednesday
- Yurs Funeral Home Geneva
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Burial Location
Graveside Services 11;00 A.M. Thursday River Hills Memorial Park Batavia
Victor Covarrubias, 68, of Geneva, IL, went to Heaven on January 1, 2022 at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital in Geneva.
He was born on February 11, 1953 in Melrose Park, IL. He was the son of the late Lorenzo and Elvira Covarrubias.
Victor spent his life committed to sharing his faith and helping others. He loved the Lord with all of his heart, mind and soul and was ready to share his faith and to serve him in all kinds of ways. He loved his wife Judy who faithfully accompanied him in his ministry and on life’s journey. He was a member of College Church in Wheaton, where he was active in their STARS Disabilities Ministry. Previously, he was a Deacon for Trinity Baptist Church where he served in multiple outreach programs to reach out to college students, prisoners, and others who needed a helping hand from the church. As he was an accomplished artist and pinstriper, he was a member of Chicago Brushmasters where he participated in multiple charitable events around Chicago. Lastly, he was also a board member for McAuley School. For more than 40 years, he owned and operated Signs & Wonders sign shop in Geneva.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Judy; four children, Michelle (Scott) Evans, Josh (Chrissy) Covarrubias, Rachel (Brett) Pinkepank, and Dan Covarrubias; his four grandchildren, Jakob Evans, Isaac Evans, Asher Covarrubias, and Wib Pinkepank; his sister, Judy (Tom) Tawney; his brothers, Rick (Janet) Covarrubias, Eddie (Rhonda) Covarrubias, Larry Covarrubias, and Mike (Vickie) Covarrubias; and his brother-in-law William Bridgeforth. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Sarah Bridgeforth.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 5 from 4:00 P.M. to 5:30 P.M. at Yurs Funeral Home, 1771 West State Street, Geneva, IL, followed by a prayer service at 5:30 P.M. Graveside Services will be 11:00 A.M. Thursday, January 6 at River Hills Memorial Park, 1650 S. River Street, Batavia, IL.
For further information, please call Yurs Funeral Home Geneva at (630) 232-7337 or www.yursfuneralhomes.com.
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Reinhard & Pam Pilz from Aurora , AK
"Judy we are so sorry for your loss. Victor will be missed by many. A true man of God. To whom God’s life principles are visible to all. You were an awesome friend. Thanks for letting me be part of your life. Reinhard & Pam"
Enrique Flores & Family from Anaheim , CA
"My deepest condolences to your family. May God lift you up in these challenging times."
Susan Fischer from Lawrenceville , IL
"Victor was a special person and I am glad I had the privilege of knowing him and being in their home and worshiping and fellowshiping together while living in Wheaton. I’m praying for Judy and their family."
Irene Coleman and Isabella Coleman Sullivan from Wheaton , IL
"Victor’s music that he gave to the young Stars program was uplifting and touching . He has gift to be touched and touch others with his sounds. We are thankful to have him touch our lives through his music. Thoughts and prayers to his family"
Garry & Elizabeth Knussman from Florence, KY, KY
"Judy--We are so sad for your loss, but we know Victor is now at perfect peace and rest. Garry appreciated serving those many years with Victor as a deacon at TBC. The great memories are too numerous to count. Our love to all in your extended family. --Garry and Elizabeth"
Jon Nelson from Morrison, CO
"I have beautiful memories of Victor: his goofy smile, easy going manner, good humor, hospitality, love of music, enthusiastic singing and drumming :) and remarkable talent as a visual artist, his hard work, head for business, love and care for his family, and his deep love of Jesus Christ. May God bring all of you peace and comfort in your terrible (even though temporary) loss."
Louise Jillings from New Glarus, WI
"My heart hurts for your loss, but I know Victor is with our Lord. My God hold you close and comfort you as only He can……."
Janet Orme from Glendale Heights, IL
"I am so appreciate of Victor's faithful service to the STARS and ultimately to the Lord of Glory. He lived quietly, minded his own affairs and worked well with his hands (I Thess. 4:11, 12). He was an example to us all."
Dale Goorskey from Pilot, VA
"Please accept my sincere condolences to you and your family Judy.Victor was a friend from my earliest days as a Christian in 1976. A true brother to me. I am truly saddened by the news of his passing, yet knowing he is with Jesus I joyful.I did leather tooling back then and he asked me to make a bible cover for him with one of his pinstripe designs. I did and also made another one that I still have as a cherished memory of my friend Victor.God bless you all."
Lazarus and Rachel Phiri from ZAMBIA, PA
"Judy and the family, we send condolences to you on the home going of Victor. We have many fond memories of our times with your family while we were in Wheaton and when we visited. Please be assured of our prayers."
Beverly Regester from Butte, MT
"Deepest sympathy and condolences to the Covarrubias family on your great loss. I went to school with Judy and Sarah, knew Victor in his youth. Sending my love and prayers."
Pauleen Todd Driscoll from West Chicago , IL
"My deepest condolences to his family. Victor was a high school classmate and a friend to everyone. May he rest in peace."
Bill and Cyndi Minnear from Marana, AZ
"Victor was the hands and feet of Jesus! A true brother in Christ as he was there for us and so many others. We will miss him so much! We will be praying for you Judy and the family. May God give you His peace at this time."
Carolyn Presley from Champaign , IL
"Victor has been a bright spot in all of our family gatherings and since the first time he came smiling down Oak St on his bike so many years ago and before Judy! My condolences to you all. Until we meet again, Victor, may your inside out smile continue to bring joy 🥲"