Albert Guevara, age 82. Passed away peacefully on March 29, 2020 at Hines VA Hospice with his family at his side. Survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Guadalupe Guevara; his five daughters, Valari (Edward) Deino, Albertina (Raymond) Bara, Joanna (Juan) Munoz, Joann (Kristopher) Mayfield and Katherine (Moses) Birmelin; his grandchildren, Sarah (Daniel) Schaich, Joshua Deino, Samantha Bara, Charles Bara, Amber Munoz and Niko Munoz; his great-grandchildren, Kaylee Schaich and Aubrey Martinez. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Preceded in death by his granddaughter, Guadalupe Louise Birmelin; his parents, Jesus and Simona Guevara and three brothers Albert was born on November 14, 1937 in Dallas, Tx. He was a man of many talents. He was a teacher, chef, artist, carpenter, tailor and had other interests. Above all, a great dancer. He served in the United States Army from 1962-1966. Upon his retirement he volunteered for 10 years at the Literacy Connection at Gail Borden Library in Elgin, IL. His legacy was the life he shared with his wife and children and the joy of his life was his grandchildren and great grandchildren. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Interment will be held at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. For more information, please call 815-725-0100 or visit www.farkasfuneralhome.com