Luis Omar Silos Valadez

It is with heavy hearts that we remember and celebrate the life of Luis Omar Silos Valadez, affectionately known as Omy, who passed away unexpectedly on June 11, 2026, at the tender age of 49. A devoted father, husband, brother, son, uncle, grandfather, cousin, and friend.

He lived fully, loved deeply, and left a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to know him. Fun-loving, full of energy, and an eternal hard worker, he will be remembered for his selflessness, kindness, and the profound love he gave so freely.

Omy was born in Santa Cruz, Durango, Mexico, to Eduardo Silos and Manuela Valadez on August 19, 1976, and was later raised by his father, Ramon Casas Chavez. In 1986, he moved to Chicago, Illinois, where he developed a love for sports and became a devoted fan of: “Da Chicago Bulls”, “Da Bears”, and “Da White Sox”. It was during this time that he also learned to “speaky the Englishes.” He later became spontaneous and moved to El Paso, Texas, to be with his love.

He had a playful soul and a gift for making people smile. Known for his love of pranks and quick wit, he could light up any room with laughter. His creativity extended even to the nicknames he lovingly gave to those around him—names like: Mongolita, Chilindrina, Enana, Princesa, Mr Clean, El Gordito, Ardilla, La No-No, and even Chachita for his own mother. No one was ever left out of his humor, and those names became small tokens of his affection that people will carry with them forever. Above all, he was someone you could count on without hesitation.

As a friend, he was loyal to the core—the kind of person who would drop everything to help you and give you his last dollar just to see you smile. He believed deeply in lending a helping hand, and because of that, he built countless meaningful friendships throughout his life.

His greatest pride and love, however, was his family. As a father, his devotion knew no bounds; he would have laid down his life for his children without a second thought. As a grandfather, he was relentless in his love, always wanting to shower the children with affection and spoil them whenever he could. As a husband, he was not perfect, but he found countless ways to show his wife that he was committed for the long haul and that his love was steadfast. As a son, he always wanted his mother to know how deeply he loved her, even if he expressed it in his own unique way. As a brother, he was playful, nurturing, and deeply caring, always showing great concern for those he loved. He never missed an opportunity to show up—whether it was a quinceañera, a wedding, a graduation, or a simple family gathering. Being present was his way of showing love, and he made sure those he cared about always felt it.

He lived with passion and intensity, embracing life with vigor and an open heart. A proud Leo at his core, he carried himself with strength and independence, always ready to support others but rarely willing to ask for help himself. In his own unique way, he showed love not through words alone, but through actions, loyalty, and presence.

He loved music from a very young age, and listening to it was one of his greatest joys throughout life. He especially enjoyed a good corrido, banda, and, of course, “las románticas”. He had a deep love for Juanga and Banda MS, and music was truly a part of who he was.

Though he is no longer with us, his spirit lives on in the laughter he shared, the love he gave, and the countless lives he touched. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered. We will carry his memories like a badge of honor.

Omy is survived by his wife Erica Amaro

His children Vanessa Xiomara (Wilmer), Naomi Guadalupe (Omar) Yadira, Cristian Omar, Angel Manuel, Erica Crystal, Alexis Nevaeh (Ruben), Emily Alize, and Ailyn.

His grandchildren who he absolutely adored: Alexa, Damaris, Jaziel, Noel Ulises, & Ruben Jr.

His parents Manuela Valadez de Casas and Ramon Casas Chavez.

His Siblings Eduardo (Nazheli), Dulce Virjinia (Lucia), Jennifer Denise (Edgar) Ramon Emmanuel & Jesus Eduardo (Guadalupe Manuela)

His nieces and nephews Nayeli Abigail, Ivan Anthony, Leanni Virginia, Francisco Emmanuel, Yamile Alexis, Elijah Richard, Axel Micheal, Victoria Dianne, Sophia Alondra, Kylor Alejandro, Celeste Mariel, Adrian, Wendy Nayeli, Izzy Jiovani, Abrahm, & Brisa

His grandmothers Blanca Castro Puentes and Pascuala Chavez Vela

Numerous Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins that are like siblings.

He is proceeded in death by: His maternal grandmother and grandfather Virginia Alfaro Echaverria and Perfecto Valadez Maldonado, and his Paternal grandfathers Macario Silos Morales and Ausencion Casas. His uncle Agustin Valadez and Aunt Sanjuana Valadez Alfaro. Cosuins Juan Antonio Medina Valadez, Jaime Jimenez Valadez, Agustin Valadez, Fernando Valadez.

Con profundo pesar recordamos y celebramos la vida de Luis Omar Silos Valadez, cariñosamente conocido como Omy, quien falleció inesperadamente el 11 de junio de 2026, a la edad de 49 años. Fue un padre, esposo, hijo, tío, hermano abuelo, primo y amigo devoto.

Vivió plenamente, amó profundamente y dejó una huella imborrable en todos aquellos que tuvieron la fortuna de conocerlo. Alegre, lleno de energía y un trabajador incansable, será recordado por su generosidad, su bondad y el amor tan grande que brindaba sin reservas.

Omy nació en Santa Cruz, Durango, México, el 19 de agosto de 1976, hijo de Eduardo Silos y Manuela Valadez, y posteriormente fue criado por su padre, Ramón Casas Chávez. En 1986, se mudó a Chicago, Illinois, donde desarrolló un amor por los deportes y se convirtió en un fiel aficionado de “los Chicago Bulls”, “los Bears” y “los White Sox”. Fue también ahí donde aprendió a “hablar el inglés a su estilo”. Más adelante, de manera espontánea, decidió mudarse a El Paso, Texas, para estar con su amorcito.

Tenía un alma juguetona y un don especial para hacer sonreír a los demás. Conocido por su gusto por las bromas y su ingenio rápido, podía llenar cualquier lugar de risas. Su creatividad también se reflejaba en los apodos cariñosos que les daba a quienes lo rodeaban—nombres como: Mongolita, Chilindrina, Enana, Princesa, Mr. Clean, El Gordito, Ardilla, La No-No, e incluso Chachita para su propia madre, ven ni a su madre se le escapo. Nadie quedaba fuera de su sentido del humor, y esos apodos se convirtieron en pequeños recuerdos de su cariño que vivirán para siempre.

Por encima de todo, era una persona en la que se podía confiar sin dudar. Como amigo, era leal hasta el final—de los que dejan todo por ayudarte y te darían hasta su último dólar con tal de verte sonreír. Creía profundamente en tender la mano al prójimo, y gracias a ello construyó innumerables amistades significativas a lo largo de su vida.

Sin embargo, su mayor orgullo y amor fue su familia. Como padre, su entrega no tenía límites; habría dado su vida por sus hijos sin pensarlo dos veces. Como abuelo, era incansable en su amor, siempre buscando consentir y llenar de cariño a sus nietos. Como esposo, no fue perfecto, pero encontró muchas maneras de demostrarle a su esposa que estaba comprometido para toda la vida y que su amor era firme. Como hijo, siempre quiso que su madre supiera cuánto la amaba, aunque lo expresara a su manera, “Chachita, ya sabe que la quiero!”. Como hermano, era juguetón, protector y profundamente cariñoso, mostrando siempre gran preocupación por los suyos. Como amigo, nunca perdía la oportunidad de estar presente—ya fuera en una quinceañera, una boda, una graduación o una simple reunión familiar. Estar ahí era su forma de demostrar amor, y se aseguraba de que quienes quería lo sintieran.

Vivió con pasión e intensidad, abrazando la vida con fuerza y con el corazón abierto. Orgullosamente Leo, se caracterizaba por su fortaleza e independencia, siempre dispuesto a apoyar a los demás, pero rara vez a pedir ayuda. A su manera única, demostraba amor no solo con palabras, sino con acciones, lealtad y presencia.

Amó la música desde muy joven, y escucharla fue una de sus mayores alegrías a lo largo de su vida. Disfrutaba especialmente los corridos, la banda y, por supuesto, “las románticas”. Tenía un cariño especial por Juanga y Banda MS; la música era verdaderamente parte de él.

Aunque ya no está físicamente con nosotros, su espíritu vive en las risas que compartió, el amor que dio y las innumerables vidas que tocó. Será profundamente extrañado y siempre recordado. Llevaremos su memoria como una insignia de honor.

A Omy le sobreviven-

Su Esposa: Erica Amaro;

Sus Hijos: Vanessa Xiomara (Wilmer), Naomi Guadalupe (Omar), Yadira, Cristian Omar, Angel Manuel, Erica Crystal, Alexis Nevaeh (Ruben), Emily Alize y Ailyn;

Sus Nietos, a quienes adoraba profundamente: Alexa, Damaris, Jaziel, Noel Ulises y Ruben Jr.;

Sus Padres: Manuela Valadez de Casas y Ramón Casas Chávez;

Sus Hermanos y Hermanas: Eduardo (Nazheli), Dulce Virjinia (Lucia), Jennifer Denise (Edgar), Ramón Emmanuel y Jesus Eduard (Guadalupe Manuela)

Sus Abuelas: Blanca Castro Puentes and Pascuala Chavez Vela

Sus Sobrinos y Sobrinas: Nayeli Abigail, Ivan Anthony, Leanni Virginia, Francisco Emmanuel, Yamile Alexis, Elijah Richard, Axel Michael, Victoria Dianne, Sophia Alondra, Adrian, Wendy Nayeli, Izzy Jiovani, Abrahm y Brisa;

Numerosos Tíos, Tías y Primos que eran como Hermanos.

Le precedieron en la muerte su abuela y abuelo maternos Virginia Alfaro Echaverría y Perfecto Valadez Maldonado; su abuelo paterno Macario Silos Morales; su tío Agustín Valadez y su tía Sanjuana Valadez Alfaro; y sus primos Juan Antonio Medina Valadez, Jaime Jiménez Valadez y Agustín Valadez, and Fernando Valadez.

Visitation will be held at Funeraria del Angel Central, 3839 Montana Avenue on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm with a Rosary at 7:00 pm. Funeral Mass A Funeral Service will be held at Guardian Angel Catholic Church, 3021 Frutas Avenue on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 10:00 am followed by a Committal Service at Mt Carmel Cemetery, 401 S Zaragoza Road at 11:30 am.