Luz Maria Sepulveda

Luz Maria “Lucy” Sepulveda was born February 19, 1947, in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico, to Juan Rodriguez Sepulveda and Rosa Davila Sepulveda, and passed away peacefully at home in McHenry, Illinois, on August 25, 2025, surrounded by family. She was 78. As a teenager, she and her family moved to Chicago, Illinois, where she would grow up, put down roots, and blossom into the vibrant woman so many knew and loved. In her youth, Lucy was crowned Miss Puerto Rico runner-up at a Puerto Rican festival in Humboldt Park—an early glimpse of her radiant beauty and lively spirit. She built a career as a cosmetologist before retiring, but her true passions extended far beyond her work. Lucy had an abiding love for her faith, her family, and for people. Her interests reflected her zest for life—gardening, dancing, beauty and fashion, nutrition and physical fitness, psychology, cooking, and traveling. Confirmed in her Catholic faith, Lucy carried herself with elegance, always stunning and bringing joy to every room she entered. Her family and friends will forever remember her as affectionate, giving, and the life of the party—someone with an infectious smile, a happy spirit, and a deep well of strength, courage, care, and love. Lucy is preceded in death by her father, Juan Rodriguez Sepulveda, and nephew, Taylor Rydahl. She is survived by her devoted mother, Rosa Davila Sepulveda; her children, Larissa Price (Ricky Higgins), James Price (Jill Price), and Elizabeth Fonte; grandchildren, Anthony Fonte, Morgan Price, Chloe Fonte, Maxwell Price, Ron Didriksen, and Jay Price; and great-grandson, Thomas. She is also survived by her beloved siblings: Agripina, Juan Antonio, Rosa, Cruz, Angelita, Maria, Juanita, Jacqueline, Margarita, and Carmen, and all extended family members. Her family wishes to express heartfelt gratitude for the outpouring of love and support during Lucy’s final journey. Special thanks are extended to Pastor Andy for his prayers, the Transitions and Journey Care hospice teams for their guidance and strength, and the many friends and family who visited, called, wrapped her in prayer, and celebrated life alongside Lucy. Your love will forever remain treasured in our hearts. In keeping with Lucy’s spirit of love and generosity, we welcome all who knew her to gather in remembrance, share stories, and celebrate the joy she brought to our lives. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in Lucy’s memory. Inurnment will be in Yabucoa Memorial Cemetery in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico.

Luz Maria Sepulveda

February 21, 1947 - August 25, 2025