Miguel Angel Torres Obituary (1963

Miguel Angel Torres, 62, aka Miki “Mixin” Torres, “Lette”, “Pollito”, or “Meche Leche”, of Chicago’s Dunning neighborhood passed away July 12, 2025. Born in Chicago to Puerto Rican parents, he was the fourth child of nine. He grew up in the West Town neighborhood where he attended William H. Wells Community Academy High School. In his youth he enjoyed baseball, breakdancing, and swimming at Eckhart Park. He was a proud Chicago based DJ all his life and was known as Mike “Mixin” Torres on WBMX in the 80’s and 90’s. He enjoyed sharing his talents with others; over the years he taught many people how to DJ. He also worked at McCormick Place setting up events. Survived by his siblings Martina Villanueva, Rosa (Noel) Torres, Julio (Sandra) Torres, Raymond (Maria) Torres, Jimmy Torres, Caviria (Michael) Torres, Theresa (Gregory) Torres, and Sandra (Pete) Papageorge. Proud uncle, friend, and father figure of 40. His nieces and nephews were his children, and he had a different understanding with each of them. He also leaves behind close friends Romo, Mario, and Latosha. Preceded in death by his parents Julio Miguel and Maria Cardona Torres. Memorial mass Friday July 25, 4:45pm, Our Lady of Tepeyac Catholic Church, 2226 S. Whipple St. Chicago, IL 60623. Burial of cremated remains Saturday, July 26, 10am, Maryhill Catholic Cemetery, 8600 N. Milwaukee, Niles, IL 60714. Please meet inside front gate of cemetery by 9:45am for procession to gravesite. Arrangements by Inclusive Funeral Care, 773-318-1305 or www.InclusiveFuneralCare.com.