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Alison Haghighat Obituary

Alison Ann Haghighat, 46, of Lake Forest, IL, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2021. Dearest wife of Ali Haghighat, loving mother of Emery and Pierson. Much adored daughter of Geraldine and the late Richard Steck. Cherished Daughter-in-Law of Dr. Reza Haghighat. Loving sister of David (Lydia) Steck, Karen (Thomas) McCabe and Susan (Keith) Rubenstein. Cherished Sister-in-Law and adored Aunt of many nieces and nephews. Though with us for a short time, Alison studied in London and Thailand and graduated from Georgetown University with a BSN and served as an RN at Children's Memorial Hospital in Chicago then pursued an MBA which led her to a business career with the Northern Trust. Afterwards, she focused on her family and they were always the center of her admiration. Her positive spirit and kind and gentle demeanor will always remain with us. Private family mass will be held at St. Patrick's Church in Lake Forest, IL, with internment to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions made be made to Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Rush University Medical Center in loving memory of Alison. For further information, contact Wenban Funeral Home at 847-234-0022. www.wenban.com
Published by Chicago Tribune on May 2, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
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Cathy Ganshirt

May 11, 2021

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. The angels are holding Alison.

Karen Pedersen

May 11, 2021

Dear Pierson, your Deer Path community is here for you and we are so sorry about your mom. Hugs to you and your entire family.

Kari Fields

May 7, 2021

I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I knew her growing up since I was 5. Prayers for all of her family and friends. She was such a beautiful person.

Maria Taylor Kopper

May 7, 2021

So sorry to hear this news. I have fond memories with Alison from around age 7-8 when we took swim lessons together which we both disliked. She was genuine person and I am sure she has left a great impact on all who knew her. Prayers for the family during this difficult time.

Jacqueline Berkshire

May 7, 2021

May there be peace where there is pain. Great sympathy and healing prayers to comfort all-

Mrs. Annemarie Barry

May 2, 2021

My condolences to the family. May she be surrounded by Jesus's loving arms as she enters paradise.

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