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Elodia Guzman De Tena

Nov 21, 1951 — Nov 2, 2026

Elodia Guzman Leon De Tena often known as "Cenaida" or "Lodia" to many, 75, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, in Joliet, Illinois, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Mexico to her beloved parents, Merced Guzman and Macaria Leon. Elodia was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and dear friend. Above all, she treasured her family and the time they spent together. Her love for those closest to her was evident in the joy she found in bringing people together and making memories with them.

She enjoyed going out, and loved listening to mariachi music as well as sharing conversations with her best friend, Lola, who held a special place in her heart. She had a fondness for flowers, especially carnations, gladiolas, and daisies, and her favorite color was red. She also loved to eat mole, a favorite food of hers.

Elodia will be remembered for her love of family, her connection to Mexico, and the simple joys that made life special to her. Her warmth, cherished traditions, and the memories she created with those she loved will forever remain in the hearts of her family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Merced Guzman and Macaria Leon; her brothers, Isabel (Chavel) and Juan; and her nephew, Luis Manuel (Muñeco).

Left to cherish her memory is her loving husband, Valentin Tena; her son, Jose Tena; her daughter-in-law, Leticia Villagomez; her granddaughters, Vanessa Tena and Jazmine Tena; and her great-granddaughter, Stephanie Adalia Tena. She is also survived by her siblings, Enrique, Apolinar, and Amparo, along with many extended family members and dear friends who will miss her dearly.

A celebration of Elodia’s life will be held with visitation on Friday, November 20, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Rd. Joliet, IL

Family and friends are invited back to the funeral home on Friday, November 21, 2026 for visitation from 9:00 A.M. to 10:45 a.m. with the funeral procession departing shortly after for funeral mass at 11:30 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 404 N Hickory St, Joliet, IL . Burial will follow at Mt Olivet Cemetery, 1320 East Cass Street, Joliet, IL.

Elodia Guzman Leon De Tena, conocida cariñosamente por muchos como “Cenaida” o “Lodia”, de 75 años, falleció pacíficamente el Martes 10 de Noviembre de 2026, en Joliet, Illinois, rodeada del amor de su familia.

Nació en México, hija de sus queridos padres, Merced Guzman y Macaria Leon. Elodia fue una esposa dedicada, madre amorosa, abuela, bisabuela y querida amiga. Por encima de todo, atesoraba a su familia y los momentos que compartía con ellos. Su amor por sus seres queridos se reflejaba en la alegría que encontraba al reunirlos y crear recuerdos inolvidables a su lado.

Disfrutaba salir y le encantaba escuchar música de mariachi, así como compartir largas conversaciones con su mejor amiga, Lola, quien ocupaba un lugar muy especial en su corazón. Sentía un cariño especial por las flores, especialmente los claveles, las gladiolas y las margaritas. Su color favorito era el rojo. También disfrutaba mucho de comer mole, uno de sus platillos favoritos.

Elodia será recordada por el profundo amor que sentía por su familia, sus raíces mexicanas y las pequeñas alegrías que hacían su vida especial. Su calidez, sus queridas tradiciones y los hermosos recuerdos que creó junto a sus seres queridos permanecerán para siempre en los corazones de su familia y amigos.

Le precedieron en la muerte sus padres, Merced Guzman y Macaria Leon; sus hermanos, Isabel (Chavel) y Juan; y su sobrino, Luis Manuel (Muñeco).

Deja para honrar su memoria a su amado esposo, Valentin Tena; su hijo, Jose Tena; su nuera, Leticia Villagomez; sus nietas, Vanessa Tena y Jazmine Tena; y su bisnieta, Stephanie Adalia Tena. También le sobreviven sus hermanos, Enrique, Apolinar y Amparo, además de numerosos familiares y queridos amigos que la extrañarán profundamente.

Se invita a familiares y amigos a acompañar a la familia para honrar la vida de Elodia durante el velorio que se llevará a cabo el Viernes 20 de Noviembre de 2026, de 4:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m., en Tezak Funeral Home, ubicado en 1211 Plainfield Rd., Joliet, IL.

Familiares y amigos están invitados a reunirse nuevamente en la funeraria el Sábado 21 de Noviembre de 2026, para el velorio de 9:00 a.m. a 10:45 a.m. Posteriormente, el cortejo fúnebre partirá hacia la misa de cuerpo presente, que se celebrará a las 11:30 a.m. en la Iglesia Católica St. John the Baptist, ubicada en 404 N. Hickory St., Joliet, IL. El sepelio tendrá lugar después de la misa en el cementerio Mt. Olivet, ubicado en 1320 East Cass Street, Joliet, IL.

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Service Schedule

Upcoming Services

Visitation/Velorio

Friday, November 20, 2026

4:00 - 8:00 pm (Central time)

Tezak's Home to Celebrate Life

1211 Plainfield Road, Joliet, IL 60435

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Visitation/Velorio

Saturday, November 21, 2026

9:00 - 10:45 am (Central time)

Tezak's Home to Celebrate Life

1211 Plainfield Road, Joliet, IL 60435

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Burial/Sepelio

Saturday, November 21, 2026

Starts at 12:45 pm (Central time)

Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Joliet

1320 East Cass Street, Joliet, IL 60432

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Mass/Misa

Saturday, November 21, 2026

11:30 pm - 12:30 am (Central time)

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church

404 North Hickory Street, Joliet, IL 60435

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