Mary R. Lopez
Mary R. Lopez, 92, of Berwyn died October 20, 2020. She was born December 2, 1927 in Gary, Indiana to immigrant parents, the late Jose and Petra Roman from Fresnillo, Zacatecas, Mexico. She was raised in Gary and the Taylor St. neighborhood in Chicago. A graduate of now closed Chicago St. Mary High School on the West Side and Mundelein College. Beloved wife of the late Honoratus Lopez for 48 years, loving mother of Margaret Harris (Brian), Hon. Mark Lopez (Sheri), Catherine Schell (Edward), and Mary H. Childers (Terry); proud grandmother of Honora, Justin, Veronika, Marina, and Olivia and great-grandmother of Dominic, Aria, and Emilio. She is also survived by many cousins in Indiana, and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her siblings Jesse, Josephine, and Joseph Arthur Roman. Mary was homemaker who loved to be with her family. Mary was blessed with a beautiful singing voice. Her song and pleasant disposition warmed the hearts of all those fortunate to be in her life. She taught her family, by example, the gift of unconditional love.
A special thanks to Mary’s caregivers the last few years including Virginia Vargas of Berwyn and the staff at Maclean House Memory Care unit at Caledonia Senior Living in North Riverside. In lieu of flowers, donations to Caledonia Senior Living are appreciated (https://www.caledoniaseniorliving.org/fundraising/donate/).
Visitation will begin Saturday October 24 at 10:00 am at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. A prayer service will begin at 11:30 am followed by burial at Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Hillside. Social distancing and a mask are required, and no more than 50 guests will be admitted to the funeral home at any time. A memorial Mass and celebration of Mary’s life will occur post pandemic. Funeral info: (708) 352-6500
Truly a lovely woman. Our families were close and shared so many memorable get togethers. I’ll always remember Mary’s laughter and her kind nature. I hope she’ll soon be enjoying another pinochle game with my parents and her equally wonderful hubby, Nato.
Mary’s turkey mole has always been the gold standard with us for that wonderful dish. Our sincere condolences to re family. The Armstrong Ct. Romans.
Good afternoon Mr. and Mrs. Roman , thank you for sharing that tasty memory with us. Those are the kind of stories that help us get through this time. The fact that she touched the lives of so many is heartwarming. I wish you the best of health and I hear welcome back to Illinois is in order.. Sincerely, The family of Mary Lopez by Mark. and Sheri
Tamale-making in her kitchen is a favorite childhood memory for me. I loved the family closeness and teamwork between them. Mrs. Lopez was a lovely, gentle and gracious lady. My heart goes out to the family today.
Hi Pam, Another food memory. We love it! You’ll be happy to know we still put forth our best efforts to continue the tamale making tradition annually.. Thank you for remembering Mom. Please keep her in your prayers. Our best to the Barron family. Sincerely The family of Mary Lopez by Mark and Sheri
She loved to laugh big, and always loved a party that included all generations, and plenty of good Mexican food! I also remember her big skirts and generous hugs. May she enjoy the welcome of her Heavenly family.