Baudelia Arias

Baudelia Arias 89, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home in Joliet, Illinois, on June 20, 2025. She was born on May 25, 1936, in Mexico to Clemente Alvarez and Ygnacia Alvarez (nee Barocio), both of whom preceded her in death.

Baudelia was a woman of many talents and interests, known for her kind and welcoming nature. She cherished moments spent with family, where her warmth and generosity shone brightly. Baudelia enjoyed a variety of hobbies that brought her joy. She delighted in sewing, crocheting, drawing, and cross-stitching, often gifting her creations to loved ones. Music was another passion of hers; she found happiness in singing her favorite songs, which filled her home with harmony and love.

Her legacy continues through her devoted husband of 49 years, Placido Arias, and their daughter, Georgina Arias. Baudelia took immense pride in her role as abuelita to Ygnacia, Genevieve (Ian), Joseph, Francis, and Joaquin, nurturing them with love, support. She also leaves behind her dear brother, Lazaro (Maria) Alvarez, who shared her fond memories of their childhood. Baudelia was a fond tia to many nieces and nephews, as well as a special in law to all her extended family the late Baltazar (Graciela), the late Santos (Angelina), Salomon (the late Ermelinda), Abel (Silvia), Felipe (Berta), the late Gildardo (Amanda), Cristina (the late Antonio), Jose (Veronica), Gerardo (Diane), the late Luis, Angel (Maricela), Natividad (the late Jose). Baudelia was preceded in death by her siblings Teodolo, Cleofas (the late Juan), Emigdio (Carmen), Lorenzo (Emilia), Daniel (the late Amparo), Alfonso (Luz Maria), Chuy (the late German), and Jean Arias (sister in law)

Baudelia Arias will be remembered not only for her many artistic talents but also for the genuine love and kindness she extended to everyone around her. Her spirit will forever remain in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing her.

Family will receive friends on Saturday, July 12, 2025 from 1PM - 2PM at St. James at Sag Bridge Catholic Church in Lemont, IL, followed by mass at 2PM. There will be a gathering in Sag Hall following the mass. 

For family and friends who can not attend, you can log into the following site to view the funeral mass live. Please click historicstjames.org . On the homepage you will see a tab for "Parish Videos", simply click that and scroll down to find "Baudelia Arias Funeral" and click to log into the livestream. Typically live streamed services go live 5 minutes prior to the start.