Peggy Kubert Obituary

Name: Memorial service for Peggy Kubert
Start: 2023-10-08T19:00:00.000Z
Location: North Shore Congregation Israel

Peggy Helene Gilbert Kubert, age 68, of Winnetka, beloved wife for 44 years of David Kubert; loving mother of Joseph (Elizabeth) Kubert, Jonathan (Storey Dyer Kloman) Kubert, and Kate Kubert; proud daughter of the late Howard and the late Barbara Gilbert; cherished sister of Jim (Gail) Gilbert and Andrew (Maureen) Gilbert; devoted daughter-in-law of the late Judith and late Joseph Kubert; dear sister-in-law of the late Charlie (Karen Muchin) Kubert and late Anne (Richard) Nathan; treasured aunt to 11 nieces and nephews; neighbor, friend, and mentor to so many. Peggy grew up in Glencoe before attending New Trier West High School (1972), graduating from Northwestern University (B.A. 1976), and earning a Masters in Social Service Administration from the University of Chicago (A.M. 1981).

Peggy will be remembered for her grace, compassion, style and adventurous spirit. She was a lifelong Camp Agawak camper where she took up archery, rose to captain of the White Team, and made treasured friendships. Peggy was always ready to take on a new adventure no matter how far outside her comfort zone-skiing after she met David, travelling the continent to windsurf, and sight fishing for tarpon to name a few. She jumped in with a smile on her face, a great sense of humor and love for those around her.

Professionally, Peggy was both quietly determined and an incredible communicator. She dedicated her career to helping others and building community near and far. Notably, Peggy was pivotal in launching Erika's Lighthouse, a nonprofit supporting adolescent depression awareness and education, and propelling it from a small community effort into a nationally recognized force.

Most of all, Peggy loved the family that she and David created. She was her family's fiercest supporter, always providing a voice of reason and creating a sense of calm amidst any storm. From small moments like nightly family dinners at the table to bigger milestones, she could always be found at the center of it all, in a stylish outfit and with perfect hair. She was a selfless and thoughtful mother, teaching her children how to always find sunshine in darkness and creating a wonderful home that has served as a safe harbor, especially throughout the most challenging days of her long battle with cancer.

Her presence, light, and love will be greatly missed and always with us. Following the private family burial, a memorial service for Peggy will be held on Sunday, October 8th, 2:00 p.m. CT at North Shore Congregation Israel, 1185 Sheridan Road, Glencoe, IL 60022. The service will be livestreamed on Peggy's page at www.goldmanfuneralgroup.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Erika's Lighthouse, www.erikaslighthouse.org/donate. Info: The Goldman Funeral Group 847-478-1600.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Oct. 7 to Oct. 8, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Peggy Kubert

4 Entries

Victor

October 10, 2023

Peggy was an amazing parent. I know her as a pioneer to getting the mental health curriculum into the Winnetka public schools. When we lost a teen to depression and suicide, Peggy was part of that parental group that went out throughout the country to seek help and find that curriculum that will help save the lives of other children in our community. I was a Kinetic Welness teacher at Carletpn W. Washburne where Peggy's children attended school. Peggy's smile, caring attitude and health conscious focus can be seen by anyone she came in contact with. Her personality was unchanging. She made sure every yesr that our dchool's mental health curriculum was up to date. She met with our social workers, school psychologist, Haven workers who were assigned to our school and our Kinwric Wellness department each year to make sure that our curriculum guides and instructional materials were up to standadard. I watched a community that was shocked become our nations top headquter for treating children and young adults who have mental health conditions. She was as intense worker. Her endustriousness cause our curriculum to change from a vocbulary class to a class that bought reality to the classroom where our children became aware through resl life stories in which they learned from other children with resl life issues relative to depression and suicidal situations. We went from Claire's Story, the Red Flags Program to the now new and ever changing Erika's Lighthouse which hss become the beacon that saves lives of people all over the world. I will always be a Peggy Kubert fan. You all have my deepest condolesence. The entire Winnetka School District 36, the community will always remember the hard work of Peggy Kubert, Elaine Tinberg, and Jenny Newkrantz. These ladies inspired my Principal Dan Swartz, and co-workers Barb Caines, Steve Schacherer and Candice Florance to become advocates for Mental Health. Her hard work will continue to save lives. Thank you all for hearing my thoughts about one AMAZING lady whom we will all cherish in our hearts. ~Victor L. Cooper

Victor L. Cooper

October 9, 2023

Peggy was instramental in getting Washburne School started with the mental health curriculum. We all love our Peggy Kubert. She's an amazing parent at Carleton W. Washburne School. Mentor for our Kinetuc Wellness Department in helping save the lives of our youth. Introducing them to mental health. We will always remember her hard work and guidance provided for the Winnetka Community and beyond. We'll always Love and remember our PEGGY KUBERT! Mr. Victor L. Cooper

Glenn Goldstein

October 8, 2023

I first met Peggy when she worked for Parkside Adolescent Treatment program when I participated in a number of her training programs. She was instrumental in supporting me to start the first Operation Snowflake program in the Chicago northern suburbs. Always available for guidance and support besides her infectious smile, she impacted so many young peoples lives. My sympathy to her family and may her memory forever be a blessing.

Glenn and Judy Goldstein