Catherine Stubitsch
Catherine Stubitsch, age 60, of LaGrange, passed away on February 16, 2024. Cherished daughter of the late Ernest & Olga Stubitsch; loving sister of Paul, Mary, and Tom Stubitsch; dear aunt of Adam, Colette, Ryan, and Taylor Stubitsch ; a friend of many.
Catherine was raised on the southwest side of Chicago. She attended St. Gall grammar school, Queen of Peace High School, and graduated from Lewis University with a degree in English. She loved sports, especially tennis, and basketball, which she played competitively. She inherited a love of photography from her father and enjoyed taking pictures of Chicago.
Catherine had an especially close relationship with her sister, Mary, who was her advocate and oversaw her care after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis early in her adult life. Despite her limitations, she had a fierce desire to live and will be remembered as a fighter.
Visitation 10am until time of Funeral Mass, 11am on Saturday, February 24 at St. Francis Xavier Church, 124 N. Spring Ave., LaGrange, IL 60525. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Justice.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Catherine’s name to the Chicago Food Depository (https://www.chicagosfoodbank.org/) or Misericordia (https://www.misericordia.com/) are greatly appreciated.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Hallowell & James Funeral Home, Countryside. Info: (708) 352-6500
Our sympathy and special prayers for Catherine and all her family and friends.
Paul, Mary, & Tom,
My condolences and prayers for Cathy! May God bless Catherine. May She rest in Peace.
Mary, Paul and Tom,
My sincere condolences on Cathy’s passing. I will remember you all in prayer.
God Bless,
Mary McNamara
Sending caring thoughts and prayers to Paul, Mary
and Tom and the entire Stubitsch family. So very sorry for your loss! Sending our love and prayers.
Mary, Paul, Tom,
My deepest sympathy to you and your families. Praying that you feel God’s presence and peace. I have so many wonderful memories of growing up with Cathy and spending time with your family that I cherish ❤️
Paul, Mary & Tom, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry to hear about Your sister Catherine. May she rest in peace 🙏
Mary and the Stubitsch Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your sister, Cathy. Please know your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
So sorry to hear of the passing of Catherine and I extend my condolences to the entire Stubitsch Family.
I am saddened to hear of Cathy’s passing, she and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
God bless
I’m so sorry to hear about Cathy’s passing. She was a certified sweetheart, funny intelligent, beautiful and great person. I’m sorry for her brothers and sister….
Mary, Paul, Tom
So sorry to hear of Cathy’s passing. I had some great times with Cathy when we went to St. Gall . I will never forget playing basketball in the basement. She was always such a great athlete and a great friend. Your family was always so nice.
Take Care
Kathy Thompson