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Elizabeth M. Infanger

Elizabeth Infanger Obituary

Elizabeth M. Infanger, age 53, formerly of Chicago, died April 5 in Seattle, WA. Survived by father, Edward X. Infanger; siblings Michael, Trish and Paul Infanger; and daughter, Katherine E. Roberts. Predeceased by mother, Patricia Burke Infanger. Liz was a former employee of Kraft Foods and Quaker Oats in Chicago. Interment at St. Boniface and Life Celebration will be announced at a later date. Donations may be sent to The Liz Infanger DECOD Clinic Fund, Dept. of Oral Medicine, P.O. Box 356370, Seattle, WA 98195-6370.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Apr. 9 to Apr. 10, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Elizabeth Infanger

15 Entries

Mike Stasko

March 9, 2023

I miss Lizzie. When her daughter was born I gave her a Dirty Mothers: The Next Generation baby t-shirt. I visited Lizzie in Chicago several times over the years and she taught me some French. When her Mom was dying I stayed with her during hospital visitations. I was friends with the family for years, but we lost touch decades ago.

Roberta Lentz

April 3, 2022

Lizzie just thinking of you the other day. Remember those beautiful pearls Iain gave you? You looked luminous as the pearls. Missing your wit. Love, Bert

BUD HESS

March 12, 2021

Just read about Liz today(3/12/21). So sad. Wonderful soul. She will be missed.

Roberta Lentz

April 3, 2020

Still think of you often.

Roberta Lentz

April 4, 2019

Lizzie, still remembering you often. Have a violet hankie and the picture you drew that Trish shared with many of us in my home. love you still. Roberta

Roberta Lentz

May 26, 2006

I met Lizzie through Iain over 23 years ago. In fact, I recall him telling me about their first date--and it was a hot one. I felt like the younger sister to Iain and Lizzie, who formed many of my impressions of Chicago, champagne bars, graystones, and good eats. We traveled together briefly in France for one of the best meals of our lives, and decadent drinking. I always believed that Lizzie was just too beautiful with her pale skin and dark eyes, and how luminous she looked when she wore the pearls that Iain gave her. I remember her sorrow when her mother died. What I'm trying to say is Lizzie lived life SO fully before the disease robbed her of her mobility. I was grateful that she made the effort to come to my wedding party in Michigan, despite her cane and lack of energy, in 1991. I met the wonderful Trish through Lizzie, and have been VERY grateful that Trish was her helpmate and also kept us in touch with Lizzie. Lizzie, I love you. Trish, I love you.

Andrea Rosmarin Croskery

April 14, 2006

Lizzie was exactly what an older sister should be -a slightly mysterious, wise "older woman" that I and, I think, Trish, looked up to to learn things our mother's couldn't or wouldn't share (being Catholic in the late '60's/early 70's). Not that Lizzie ever shared these things with me personally, but since Trish was my best friend I had the benefit of any pearls of wisdom Lizzie dropped her way. I am so proud to know them both. Two truly great women who slogged through what life dished out to them with humor and a love of baseball (Go Cubbies).

Love always,

Rich Blaha

April 13, 2006

I knew Liz through Trish, who I have known since 1977 when we met while living on the same street off-campus at college. I'm glad that we reconnected after all these years and I was able to learn of the dedication and love that Trish had for her sister Liz. It still amazes me that someone can put their life on hold for over a decade to care for a very special person like Liz. But Liz's suffering is over and she's having a beer right now in the bleachers at Wrigley Field, surrounded by family and friends.

Debbi Brooks

April 12, 2006

From youthful exuberance, attitude and unusual beauty to silly camping trips, rock and roll at Alpine Valley, girl's nights with lots of laughter, stories and red wine, to her strength, courage, and authentic motherhood, the opportunity to know Trish, and the complexity that life presents, I will remember Liz. With gratitude for the path shared ever so briefly.Debbi

Linda Unger

April 12, 2006

I never knew Lizzie, but Trish and I met through our love of baseball and became good friends. It has been heartbreaking hearing of Lizzie's struggles, but now she is free and at peace. I love you, Trish.

Bob Deaver

April 10, 2006

I first met Lizzie about 24 years ago and had the pleasure of knowing her and soon later Trish. Two remarkable women I must say. I do not profess to understand why God presented them both with such a mountain to climb but they climbed it together always looking at the peak. Their strength and courage are unparalled. It is an honor to have crossed pathes with them. The world has been touched. Thank you Trish for the inspiration. Thank you Lizzie for showing me so much. I will miss you. Bob Deaver

Judi Bruce

April 10, 2006

Although I didn't know Liz that well her sister Trish was like a family member. She baby-sat our two boys and we came to know the entire family through Trish.

Our thoughts go out to the family.

Mike, Judi, Geoff and Jason Bruce

Columbus, OH

Kathy McCreedy

April 9, 2006

My thoughts and love go out to Trish, Ed, and Liz's brothers, Mike and Paul. I will always remember the very early years together, going to Brookfield Zoo, the Dunes, and Sundays at each other's houses. Sometmes, I think they don't make friends like that any more. There's a great party going down in heaven with our Moms, Mil, and all their kids kicking things up with them in heaven. Trish, I wish you some very good years ahead, with many blessings upon you for all you have done in the last ten years. Kathy

Trish Infanger

April 9, 2006

To all who read Liz's guest book, I'd like to thank everyone for their love and prayers over the years as I took care of Lizzie. She was a remarkable woman with more guts and tenacity than I've ever encountered.

Liz's charity fund is the DECOD Dental Clinic at the University of Washington. These people are an amazing group of professionals who work specifically with the mentally and physically disabled to maintain their oral health so that they can continue to eat and smile. They receive no money from the University and must rely on their small fees, coupons from Medicaid and private contributions.

These people kept Lizzie eating and free of oral pain for years and years. Please be generous to these miracle workers.

Love, Trishy

Cindy Cravenho

April 9, 2006

I will cherish the memories from when I worked with Liz at Kraft, and our numerous 'girls night out' with friends DeAnn, Olga & Donna. Her sister Trish, truly embodied the soul and loving spirit of Liz in these last years of her sister's life. I am grateful that she kept a connection with me for Liz's sake. I am truly saddened for Liz's family who will miss her presence in their lives. May her memory remain close to us all.

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