Funeral Details

Edgar Reina-Isaza

May 25, 1958 - March 24, 2026

Gathering

Celebration of Life pending
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Interment - Private


Memorial Contributions

American Kidney Fund
www.kidneyfund.org
or
The American Diabetes Association
www.diabetes.org




OBITUARY

Edgar Reina-Isaza, age 67, passed away at home on March 24, 2026. Edgar was deeply loved by family and friends. His spirit will burn bright, and his laugh will bring a smile to the world. He is survived by his husband Jeff Gavin; his beloved mother Libia Reina, brother Libardo "Leo" (Elvia) Reina, sister Rosalicia (Javier) Jiminez, many loving nephews and nieces, and grand nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his father, Bernardo and his brother, Fabio. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name may be made to the American Kidney Fund (www.kidneyfund.org) and/or to the American Diabetes Association (www.diabetes.org). A memorial celebration will be planned in the future months. Arrangements under the direction of Midtown Funeral Home and Cremation Options. For information: 773.654.3744.


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Papi,

I am a better man having spent these past 24 years with you. Our love is forever.

Papa (Jeff)

Jeff Gavin
March 30, 2026
I sorry for your loss. I'm glad that I had the chance to meet Edgar and visit with both of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Cindy Savage
March 31, 2026
Edgar was a very special kind person that I was so fortunate to know. Miss him so much and this world is much dimmer since he is gone….rest in peace

Sharon Graczyk
March 31, 2026
So sorry to hear about the passing of your husband.May he rest in peace.Our heartfelt condolences 🙏

Beny Lorenzo
March 31, 2026
A beautiful gentle soul that has left us too soon. Your laughter and enthusiasm filled every room you walked into. It was my good fortune to have spent precious moments with you.

Jane Sparacio
March 31, 2026
He was a great man and will be missed.

Jerry Gavin
March 31, 2026
Just a great guy who will be missed.

Jerry Gavin
March 31, 2026
There are some people who just make the world brighter, and Edgar was one of them. His laughter and spirit stayed with you long after he left the room. My family is better for having known him, and I feel so lucky to have called him my friend. Rest in peace, Edgar. You will be missed.

Jane Pondel
March 31, 2026
Edgar, I’m going to miss so much my friend. You had such a sweet soul and big heart that touched so many. You are loved by so many. It was a blessing to have met you. Thank you for all the great conversations and hugs. I’m truly going to miss you. No more pain my friend you get to rest. Sending my prayers, love, and condolences to your husband Jeff, your Mom, and the rest of your family. He talked about his love for your guys all the time.

Raven Robinson
March 31, 2026
You were someone I leaned on when I wasn’t myself. No matter what you were going through, you still showed up with kindness, strength, and a smile that lit up the room.

I’ll miss our talks and hearing you ask “¿tienes chisme?” Every morning as we opened up the store, those moments were what made me look forward to going to work. Thank you for your kindness, your hugs, and for being someone I could always count on. You made a bigger difference than you knew.

Sending my love, prayers, and deepest condolences to your family.



Jessica Escobedo
March 31, 2026
Edgar,
There are no words to express the feeling of you no longer being present with us. Yet your memory will forever live in my heart and mind.

Those gifts that you would bring for us to work on Valentines day or Christmas meant so much. Taking the time to make them and thinking of us as you individually filled them up with goodies. Those small details made such a huge difference in someone's day. I will forever be grateful for that.

I will miss you dearly and my condolences go out to you family.

Celia B
March 31, 2026
Mr. Edgar was truly a wonderful person. I had the privilege of getting to know him and his family, and I will always cherish the beautiful memories from those times. His passing is deeply saddening, and my heart goes out to you during this difficult moment. Please accept my most sincere condolences, Mr. Jeff.

Maribel Soto
March 31, 2026
Edgar was a beloved neighbor and dear friend for over 20 years—he became family to us. Our hearts go out to Jeff and his family during this difficult time. While we will miss him deeply, we know his memory will continue to fill our hearts. He will always be remembered by his Bell condo family.

Frances Palladino
March 31, 2026
Such a kind and generous man.

Terry Gavin
March 31, 2026
I had the privilege of knowing and working with Edgar. He always had a smile even when times are hard, and he was one of the friendliest people I've ever met. Edgar is loved by everyone at our store and we miss him dearly. He fought resiliently and may he rest peacefully. Fly high, Edgar. My heart goes out to your family.

Ciel Lanchester
March 31, 2026
Edgar's generosity of spirit was infectious and one couldn't help but absorbed into his presence. He was a wonderful man who will be missed but will live on in our hearts.

Jack Pike
March 31, 2026
Jeff

So very sorry to hear about Edgar. He was a kind soul that I know you loved dearly. Jonathan and I are sending prayers your way. Please accept our condolences 🙏😢❤️

Martino Pieramico
April 1, 2026
Dear Jeff,
Our deepest sympathies on Edgar's passing. Though we never had the privilege of meeting Edgar, we knew he was a good man because he was dear to you.
Our hearts go out to you at this sad time.
Nancy & Ralph Deptolla

Nancy & Ralph Deptolla
April 1, 2026
So unfair to lose Edgar, but we are so fortunate to have had him in our lives for 24 years. He was a kind man, hard working and dedicated, especially to his husband Jeff. His smile and laugh were wonderful, and we always treasured seeing him. He loved his basketball, coffee, Colombian soaps (!) and enjoying meals out. He and Jeff went to many restaurants for lunches and dinners, and he also enjoyed time in the kitchen. Too many memories to share here. If you met Edgar, you were better having done so. You’re going to be much missed, amigo. Rest well.

Scott & Laure Blanchard
April 2, 2026