Mary H. Young, age 95, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family. She was a resident of Western Springs, formerly of Conshohocken, PA, Bloomington, MN, and Whippany, NJ. Beloved wife of the late Herbert A. Young, WWII Veteran. Loving mother of Herbert J. (Jane), David (Cheryl), Lucille (Dan) Young-Talbot, Gerard (Anita) and the late Robert. Devoted grandmother of Alice, Eric, Nicole (Chris) Dahl, Dan (Lacey) and Shannon. Fond great-grandmother of Oliver, Damon, Lila, Mason, and Jade. Mary worked for several years for the Pennsylvania Railroad before starting a family that defined her and was her passion. She enjoyed a variety of arts and crafts, creating projects for home and family, and cooking for others. She volunteered her time for many years at St. John of the Cross Church and La Grange Hospital, was a red hatter, and member of a local senior citizens group. Mary was a compassionate, vibrant, energetic and positive woman who embraced life every day. Memorial Mass 9:45am Saturday, May 19, 2018 at St. John of the Cross Church, Western Springs, IL 60558. Arrangements Entrusted to Hallowell & James Funeral Home, Countryside: (708) 352-6500
Wish I could be there with you all to celebrate her life and the amazing woman she was. I truly treasure the memories of our becoming friends these past few years, and truly miss her. Teri LaSala