Silvia Torres-Valdivia, 57, of DeKalb, Illinois, passed away on July 8, 2026, in DeKalb.

Silvia was born on November 4, 1968, in El Paso, Texas, the daughter of Alfredo and Dolores (Lucero) Torres.

She was preceded in death by her twin sister, Yolanda Torres, who died at birth; her sister, Luz Torres; and her brother, Alfredo “Freddy” Torres.

She is survived by her son, Joseph (Senada) Moreau of Davis Junction, Illinois; her sister, Veronica (Armando) Espinoza of DeKalb, Illinois; her grandchildren, Arietta Moreau and Zayn Moreau; her cousin, Lorena (Nate) Tiscareno-Wooten of Rochelle, Illinois; and her nieces and nephews, Miguel Burgess, Ariana Ramos, Mario Rodriquez, Emma Wooten, Miranda Rodriquez, and Ava Wooten.

A memorial visitation will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Rochelle, Illinois. A Memorial Mass will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the church, with Father Jesus Dominguez officiating. Burial will take place at St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Rochelle.

Silvia was a loving mother, sister, grandmother, Tía, and friend. She loved everyone she met unconditionally and welcomed people with kindness and compassion. She cherished every moment spent with her grandchildren and loved her family with all her heart.

Whether it was shopping, sharing a good meal, or enjoying a little chismé, life was always more fun with her nieces by her side and her dear friend Camilla. She faced every challenge in her life with remarkable perseverance, unwavering resilience, and quiet strength, leaving an example that will continue to inspire all who knew her.

She will be deeply missed for her beautiful smile, contagious laughter, quick wit, thoughtful advice, and the unconditional love she gave so freely. Though our hearts are broken, her memory will live on in the lives she touched and in the family she loved so dearly.