Barbara A. Hollis
Barbara A. Hollis, age 72, of Countryside. Beloved wife of Paul Hollis for a wonderful 42 years. Loving mother of Stephanie (Matt Schroll) Hollis. Dear sister-in-law of the late Sr. Alverna Hollis, Judith Hollis and the late Pamella Thayer. Fond friend of many. Barbara will be rejoining her parents Emil and Marie Dadich.
Barbara will be remembered for her love of baking, gardening and cooking. She was a very good listener. She will be deeply missed.
Visitation 4 to 8pm Tuesday, December 10th at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Guests are invited to meet the family on Wednesday, December 11th at Saint Pius X Catholic Church, 4300 S. Oak Park Ave., Stickney for 10am Mass. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery, Justice. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mercy Home for Boys and Girls, Chicago in Barbara’s name.
For further service information: 708-352-6500
Barb was such a kind, gentle, giving person. I’ll be thinking of her the next time I bake a batch of cookies.
So sorry to hear of Barbara’s passing….gone too soon. She was a great part of our friends group (the Raccoons) and helped host great Super Bowl parties. Recently, I had the good fortune of being part of Barb’s team for trivia nights and other group games. Barb was a big part of that. My condolences to Paul and Stephanie.
Yes George, as part of our famous Trivia Team Barb sure came up with some “interesting” and may I add right answers. An angel is missing from our team
We met Barb and Paul working in the kitchen at St. Pius bingo, many, many years ago. Our Bingo days ended but our friendship didn’t. Over the years, along with Cheryl and John the 6 of us met for breakfast to celebrate birthdays and friendship.
Rest in peace dear Barb, we will miss you.
Dorothy and John
Barb was a wonderful friend for 30+ years. We both loved gardening and baking and visiting the Chicago Botanic Garden. As young moms we had fun play dates at the local parks with our little ones. We always had lots to talk about. I’ll miss her smile and her friendship.
Anne Barkus
Barb was an incredible colleague and asset to the AMA. She is missed and has left a great legacy here. My thoughts and condolences to her family during this difficult time.
On behalf of Fr. Scott Donahue and Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, we would like to extend our heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Barbara Hollis.
May the angels lead her into paradise; may the martyrs come to welcome her and take her to the holy city, the new and eternal Jerusalem.
Barb was my wonderful American Medical Association (AMA) colleague and friend. She left big footprints, having executed numerous leadership and team building efforts at the AMA.
A kind, smart, gentle women with deep convictions. Barb – you will be missed!
I had the pleasure of working with Barb for many years at the AMA. She was a wonderful person and colleague. Condolences to her family.
We met Barb and Paul at St. Pius Church many years ago, and our friendship continued to grow. Barb was such a kind and giving person and indeed a great baker! We will truly miss you, dear friend. 💕
Cheryl and John