Mary Ann Vokurka
Mary Ann Vokurka, age 87, of Countryside, formerly of Berwyn and Cicero, passed away on March 2, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Edward Vokurka for a wonderful 54 years. Loving mother of Mary Rose (John) Scott, Edward (late Geraldine) Vokurka, and Jennifer (Gary) Strzelczyk. Devoted grandmother of Angie (Steve) Rayappa and Erick Scott; Sean Vokurka; & Elizabeth, Adam, and Daniel Strzelczyk. Cherished aunt of Anne Marie (Tom) Kulaga and Joseph Lattuca. Fond great-aunt of TJ Kulaga and late Madalyne Lattuca. Mary Ann was preceded in death by her parents, James and Mary Marincic & sisters, Kathleen (late Joe) Lattuca and Margaret Marincic.
Mary Ann will be remembered for her love of reading. She was a proud Chicago Public School librarian. Mary Ann loved spending time with her grandchildren, especially playing games with them.
Visitation 2:30pm to 7pm Thursday, March 6th at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Chapel prayers 9:15am Friday, March 7th at the funeral home, processing to 10am Mass at St. Cletus Church, LaGrange. Interment to follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside. For Service Info: 708-352-6500
My prayers and condolences to the Vokurka family during this difficult time. Cherish the good times you spent with your mother and grandmother. She was a woman of grace and patience. I always enjoyed visiting with her at Plymouth Place and King Bruwaer Home. I will truly miss her. May God Bless Her!
Sending prayers and love to Jen’s family during this very difficult time.
Love Faith
Leyden 212
Love to Mary Rose, Eddie and Jennifer and families.
Our fathers were friends since first grade at Blessed Agnes.
I had and have the privelage of being a friend to both your parents. Both wonderful, kind, loving and funny people.
May they rest in peace.
Cathy Krajsky O’Gara
I was so sorry to hear about your mom’s passing! My mom valued her friendship very very much! I think that both of our parents are now dancing up a storm in Heaven. May God comfort you in your grief.