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Mary Zambrano Obituary
Mary Lou Zambrano (nee Noyola) passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side, after a brief bout with cancer, Thursday, January 18, 2018. Age 74 years. She was a loving and kind person and will be missed by many.
Survived by her loving husband ,Jesse G. Zambrano (Homer Glen, IL.); her son, Matthew (Marisa) Zambrano of Indianapolis, IN.; daughter, Michelle (Zambrano) Klobnak; and her sister, Filomena Martinez; and 6 grandchildren, Jessica, Sophia, Gabriella, Veronica, Briahna and Andrew. She is also by too many nieces and nephews to count.
Preceded in death by her parents, Nikolas and Filomena Noyola; her sisters, Sofia Lopez and Juanita Collins; and her brother, Nicholas Noyola.
Graduate of Joliet Township High School and Moraine Valley Community College with an Associate Degree in Applied Science. Mary Lou was a Contract Specialist for the Department of Energy, having worked for over 40 years with the U.S. Government.
Mary Lou is best known for her candy. She created "Mary Lou's Candies" making and selling candy through the Chicagoland craft show circuit for over 20 years.
She attended St. Bernard's Church in Joliet and Homer Glen. She enjoyed traveling, coordinating family get-togethers, and liked having "slots" of fun with some special family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at the Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home & Crematory, 2320 Black Rd., Wednesday, January 24th at 1:00 PM. Memorial Visitation will be held Wednesday from 11:00 AM until time of services.
For information please call (815) 744-0022 or www.CHSFUNERAL.com
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Matthew John
January 15, 2025
It´s that time of the year, miss you!
The girls are getting old to quick. Another year, but now you have Aunt Sheila with you as well, "the gangs all there".
We have a picture of you on the refrigerator, I miss your hugs.
Love you mom
Matty Z
January 16, 2024
Mom, another year has past; Gaby went to Paris and, Sophie is getting married later this year. Marisa and I miss you so much...so much. Thank you for always being there I love you!
Martin Bedolla
January 15, 2024
The best Aunt in the world ! Love and miss you so much Aunt Lou
Martin
January 15, 2023
To my aunt Mary lou , one of the best aunts , friend in the world ! I will never forget you and all the good times we´ve shared at your house on Christmas Day when all the family was there . You had such patience with us all being there and was always so loving . now you are with the lord almighty in his loving arms arms and presence on streets of gold until that glorious day we will meet again in the sky aunt . We love you and you are greatly missed and never forgotten !
Karen Reeder
January 24, 2020
Thinking of the family during this year, rest up in heaven Marylou
angelique angelique
January 23, 2018
I pray that God will be you and your family during this difficult time. I enjoyed laughing with her.
-Angelique Andrews
Karen Reeder
January 22, 2018
I am sorry for your loss and keeping the entire Zambrano family in my prayers, she was a wonderful woman, Mother and a lovely wife.
Much love,
Karen
January 22, 2018
Matt, my deepest sympathy on the death of your mother. You and your family will be in our prayers. Joe and Debbie Rodeghero and family.
Anna M
January 22, 2018
My beautiful Sweet Aunt. I will miss you always.
January 22, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this most difficult time of the loss of Mary Lou. Dr. Joe Troiani
Sue Antle
January 22, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the Zambrano family - I worked with Mary Lou for may years - she was a wonderful person. Rest in peace Mary Lou.
Ginny Alessio
January 21, 2018
Matt, My sincerest condolences on the passing of your dearest Mother. Many thoughts and Prayers are with you and your entire family. Ginny Alessio
Martin Bedolla
January 21, 2018
My aunt Mary Lou was the sweetest lady ever . she always had a special Easter basket made for me through my childhood years .she got me anything I wanted for Christmas yes she spoiled me like my mom i will never forget her awesome candy and her excellent roast beef she would make ..she was the best ! I'm so thankful I got to talk with her 2 days before she went to be with the Lord .we laughed smiled and prayed together and for that I'm forever grateful .we will miss you aunt Lou .forever in our hearts
January 21, 2018
My deepest sympathy to all of you. Prayers. Elaine Czajkoski
Matthew John
January 21, 2018
We will see you soon. We love you.
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