Marlene Mae Taylor, age 84, born in Chicago, formerly of Homewood; beloved wife of the late Richard L. Taylor; loving mother of Wendy (Larry) Courtney, Brad Taylor, & Lynn (John) Schwaab; proud grandmother of Christopher, Michael, & Kellie Courtney, Jordan (Tommy), Bradley, & Brian Taylor, Cole & Taylor Schwaab; dear sister of the late Louis Malito & James (Joyce) Malito; dear aunt and friend of many.
Marlene graduated from Northern Illinois University in 1958. She later got her Masters in Teaching at Roosevelt University. She proudly taught in the Flossmoor School District for 20 years. Marlene was devoted to her family, and will be dearly missed.
Visitation 4 to 8 pm on Tuesday, August 25 at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Social distancing measures will be in place. Guests must register to attend Funeral Mass at St. Francis Xavier Church on Wednesday, August 26 at the following link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409044DAAA72EA2F94-marlene Please meet directly at church at 9:30 am for 10 am Service. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Marlene’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association are appreciated. Funeral info: (708) 352-6500
My loving Aunt and Godmother. You will be greatly missed.
My loving cousin and best friend (buddy). You will be deeply missed
Love you always.
Mrs. Taylor was one of the nicest kindest woman. I am sorry to hear of her passing my thoughts & prayers are with the family
Brad you are in our thoughts and prayers. Your Mom’s spirit will forever be in your heart. Peace be with you! The Lawrence’s
I’m so sorry for your loss Lynn and family.
So sorry for your loss Lynn, I send my deepest condolences to your whole family & may your Mother always be present in your hearts and minds.
My thoughts are prayers are with you and your family!
Sweet, loving Aunt Marlene will be greatly missed.
Our condolences.
Jim, Gail and Family.
Brad so sorry for your family’s loss. My condolences to all.
Brad, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family at this time. Cynthia (Darius) Taylor
Aunt Marlene will be greatly missed ❤️❤️
Love u Rest In Peace
Love ,
Lia malito
Such a kind and caring lady. She was my Tutor most of grammar school. I’m deeply saddened to hear of her passing. She will be missed but never forgotten!