HELEN ANNE STATKUS

Helen Anne Statkus, age 92, passed away peacefully on Nov. 1, 2009, cherished wife of the late Albert Statkus; beloved and adored mother of Jerry Statkus of Milwaukee, State Senator Alberta (Dr. William) Darling of Milwaukee and Franni (James)Freeman of Glencoe, IL; loving and fun grandmother of Liza (Paul) Winkeljohn of Coral Gables, FL, Will (Nancy) Darling of Chicago, IL, Wes Statkus of Golden, CO, Nick (Erin) Statkus of Portland, OR, Peter Freeman of New York City and Emily Freeman of Glencoe, IL; precious great-grandmother of Jackson and Claire Statkus of Portland, OR and Charlie and Andie Winkeljohn of Coral Gables, FL; devoted sister of Teresa Rizzo of Cicero, IL; treasured aunt to several nieces and nephews. She grew up in Cicero, IL, lived in Peoria, IL and Sun City, AZ, and spent her last two years at Alexian Village, Milwaukee. She lived the American dream through hard work and perseverance and left a legacy of fun and joy for life. Her energy, enthusiasm and zest for life attracted friends from all walks of life. She was loved and admired and considered a remarkable woman who was an inspiration and an honor to know. The family would like to thank Alexian Village staff and residents for their kind and supportive community. Memorial Gathering at Alexian Village Chapel of the Holy Spirit, 9301 N. 76th St., Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, 10 to 11 a.m. Memorial Mass at 11 a.m. A reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alexian Village Employee Scholarship Fund.