Alberto Valencia, 45, was fatally shot on June 4, 2013, in Chicago, Illinois. Originally from Mexico, Valencia was living in Round Lake, Illinois, at the time of his death. He was shot in an alley in the Back of the Yards neighborhood on Chicago’s South Side and later pronounced dead at John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital. His death occurred during a violent period in the city, where many neighborhoods struggled with ongoing gang violence.
Valencia was a beloved family man, survived by his wife, Lorena, and their three children. His death left a deep void for his family and friends, who remembered him for his strong family ties and caring nature. His sudden passing was a tragedy for the Round Lake and Chicago communities, reflecting the broader issue of violence that continued to plague the city during that time.
His family held a memorial service at Warren Funeral Home, with many gathering to honor his memory and offer condolences to his loved ones.
