Antonia Compean Gonzalez Age 92 years of Chicago, Illinois passed away in her Chicago home on the morning of October 1, 2023. Pilsen was her home for over five decades. She was born in the town of Santa Maria, Texas, what is known as “El Valle”. Her mother’s last name was Rodriguez and her father’s name being Fernando Compean, which they were born in Matahuala, San Luis Potosi, Mexico. She was baptized in Mercedes, Texas and went to high school in La Feria, Texas. She migrated to Chicago in the early 60’s, as a single woman, with many close friends, from Harlingen, Texas and worked as a nurse assistant at Loretto Hospital. She went to her parish, St. Pius V. Church and received her high school diploma.
She later went on to cosmetology school and received her teaching license and begin to work at different schools in Chicago. She was given the opportunity to purchase the school, which she taught at and became a single parent business owner. She purchased Arrow Beauty School on Milwaukee Avenue, between Ashland and Division, in the early 80’s, for many years. She was a pioneer in the cosmetology field by working with Chicago Public Schools and offering young students, the opportunity to choose cosmetology as an elective in high schools. Many of those students came from Benito Juarez High School, in Pilsen and other northside high schools. These students not only received a high school diploma, but also a beautician license, to begin with a career exiting high school. She was a staple in the many communities. Many of her students that graduated from her school opened up beauty salons all over Pilsen and down 26th Street in Little Village. Other students became teachers and directors of schools themselves. She sold her business to retire for a very short time when asked to become a director for a school in the Back of the Yards neighborhood, called Futurama Beauty Academy. She was the director, almost to her dying day.
She is survived by her two children, Susie Gonzales and Javier Gonzalez, her grandchildren, John Steven Gonzales and Melissa Gonzales, and her great grandchildren. Antonia will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Visitation: Monday, October 9, 2023 at St. Pius V. Church, 1901 S. Ashland Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60608. 3:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Funeral Service: Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at St. Pius V. Church, 1901 S. Ashland Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60608. Celebration of Life Mass at 10:30 a.m. Burial: St. Mary Cemetery, 87th and Hamlin Avenue, Evergreen Park, Illinois 60805.
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Very sorry for your loss. I only new her by her beautiful photos on Facebook where she would show off her lovely collection of Mexican blouses and her love for the Chicago Cubs, always with that beautiful smile. I will miss seeing her smile!
May her memory be a comfort 🙏
My sincere condolences to all of the family. I only knew of your mother through the eyes and postings of her beloved son, Javier and admired the closeness between mom and son. After reading the summary of Antonia’s life, I am honored of all of her accomplishments as a Latina Woman. May she rest in peace and her memories be a blessing to you all.
My deepest heartfelt condolences to the you Javi and your precious family.
I hope that with every remembrance of your Precious Mom’s life you are filled with her love and come to smile at the wonderful life she lived. As I have said you before – “one day at a time”.
Love Laura
My deepest condolences & sympathies to you Javy & your family. It was such a delight to see the smiles on both yours & your mom’s faces as you posted what made her heart smile, the bond you had was immeasurable and it is something you both will cherish so thank you for sharing. May your mom rest peacefully my friend.
Sending love and prayers to you and your family 🙏❤️
En paz descanse tú bella y fuerte mamá, hermano
My deepest condolences to you & your family Jav. ♥️
To the family and friend, Javier my sincerest condolences and she will be missed by many. Although she was not an active social media participant , Javier you always posted Mom with smiles from ear to ear! You are and will forever be her son and your love for her was obvious! My prayer for you is “ yea this hurts and will for a while but in time you will find peace within and in your mind and soul you know she has been joined with your father and they are forever shining down on you and protecting your spirit!! “ My friend I send you a bear hug at this time and know you are in my prayers. Bridget Yracheta
My condolences Javy to you and the family. In deed Ms. Tonie touched the lives of many people. Ms. Tonie was known as the “Encyclopedia” for her sharpness and her intelligence. RIP Ms. Tonie
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Javi my condolences to you and the family. In deed Ms. Tonie touched the lives of many people. She was known as the ” Encyclopedia” for her sharpness and her intelligence. R.I.P. Ms. Tonie
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My sincere and heartfelt condolences to you and your familia,Brother. I know your mom meant the world to you. Your mother left this world in peace knowing her children and grandchildren are wonderful, loving and caring people. Que Dios la tenga en su Santa Gloria🙏🏼♥️
Hello Amigo
My Family and I are sending our sincere Condolences on the passing of your wonderful mother. ANIMO AMIGO
My deepest condolences, she lived a long great life, and raised a good man. May she rest in Eternal Life.