Maya Kroll

Maya Kroll obituary, Highland Park, IL

Maya Kroll

Maya Kroll Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 3, 2025.
Maya Kroll, age 33

Beloved wife of Peter Smith. Loving mother of Hayden Smith. Cherished daughter of Eileen nee Uzarewicz and Fred Kroll and daughter in law of Stephen and Agnes Smith. Loving sister of Nick (Carolyn) Kroll and the late Nathan Kroll and sister-in-law of Jason (Gabrielle) Smith and Daniel Smith. Proud granddaughter of the late Ruth and the late Gene Uzarewicz, the late Shayne and the late William Kroll. Fond aunt of Shane, Natalie and Saoirse. A kind and caring soul, Maya had the extraordinary gift of bringing light into the lives of others. She was a dreamer whose world was filled with adventure, beauty and endless possibilities. Maya lived a full and rich life, both before and in spite of her brain cancer battle. She was a determined fighter, courageous and brave - a warrior in every sense. Above all, Maya cherished her family and friendships. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and a deeply loyal friend. Her memory will continue to inspire all who knew and loved her. Service Monday 11:30 AM at Makom Solel Lakeside, 1301 Clavey Road, Highland Park. Interment Westlawn. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to MISS Foundation, (Selah Care Farm), P.O. Box 9195, Austin, TX 78766, www.missfoundation.org. To attend the funeral livestream, please visit our website. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals - Skokie Chapel, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com

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June 10, 2025

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Babs and Marc Kreiter and family

June 10, 2025

So very sorry and sad for the loss of your beautiful daughter. Condolences and prayers for you. May her memory be forever a blessing.
Fondly,
Babs and Marc kreiter

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June 9, 2025

Maya, beautiful, serene, the kindest of women. You will always remain with a sweet place in my heart. That way I will never have to miss you.... Carry on.

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Les , Sue & Rachel Kroll

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Sana musasa

June 6, 2025

Sana Musasama. I loved her via my love for Eileen May she rest in the arms of her angels and laugh out loud with brother Nate

Lily Chan

June 4, 2025

My heart is broken and heavy upon hearing of Maya´s passing. I have been friends with Agnes since our children little. Agnes frequently shares how wonderful and amazing a person Maya was and how Maya completes Peter. My deepest sympathies to Peter & Hayden, Eileen & Fred, Agnes & Steve and all of Maya´s family and friends.

Jamie McCraren

June 4, 2025

I am completely heartbroken to hear about Maya´s passing. I grew up with her, and she was such a bright, kind, and genuine person. It´s devastating to know she´s gone so soon, and I can only imagine the weight of this loss for all of you.

Please know I am holding all of you close in my thoughts. I hope you can find comfort in the memories, in the love she left behind, and in each other. Her light will never be forgotten.

Sending my deepest sympathy

SANDRA SNOOK

June 4, 2025

Your hearts must be shattered. I am so sorry you have to experience this loss and pain. We will strive to keep Maya's memory alive.

Susan Kozloff

June 4, 2025

My heart is broken for your family. Another tragic and undeserved loss. Words cannot express your sorrow.

Bill (&Diane) Winzentsen

June 4, 2025

Fred, Eileen, Nick.....my heart is heavy for all of you. Sorry doesn't begin to express my sympathy and feelings on this tragic event, it tears me up inside trying to understand what you must be going through. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time....

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