Constance Szewczyk

Constance Szewczyk obituary, Elmhurst, IL

Constance Szewczyk

Constance Szewczyk Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Pedersen Ryberg Funeral Home on Oct. 3, 2025.

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Constance Szewczyk, affectionately known by many namesTia Sue to her many nieces and nephews, Connie to her friends, and Sue to her familypassed away peacefully on October 2, 2024.Constance was a gentle and kind soul who touched the lives of everyone she met. She loved playing sports, especially racquetball and volleyball. Her favorite teams to watch were the Bears and White Sox. She was an avid reader who enjoyed the challenge of puzzlesoften completing 1,000-piece puzzles in a single day. She cherished riding her bike, traveling to Mexico, and, most importantly, her game and card nights, where her infectious laughter made the game of PIT unforgettable.She is survived by her brother Marty Szewczyk and his wife Debbie and her brother David DeTomaso and his wife Connie, along with their children Joe, Jimmy, Debby, Becky, and grandchildren.Constance will also be deeply missed by her longtime friend of 50 years and recent caregiver, Nancy Stan, as well as longtime friends, Tina Sharp and Patty Netti. She leaves behind cousins and great friends who cherished her presence.Welcoming Constance into heaven are her parents, Rosalie and Conrad, along with her beloved dogs, Chico, Mandy, and Charlie. She will be remembered for her love, laughter, and the warmth she brought to all.A visitation will be held at Pedersen Ryberg Funeral Home 435 N. York Street, Elmhurst, IL on Tuesday, October 8, from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, followed by a Mass at 10:30 AM at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Hillside, IL.
Cemetery
Mount Carmel Catholic Cemetery
1400 S Wolf Rd
Hillside IL 60162
US
Visitation
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Pedersen Ryberg Funeral Home
435 N York St
Elmhurst IL 60126
US
(630) 834-1133
(630) 530-1666
Mass
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
10:30 AM -
Mary Queen of Heaven Catholic Church
426 West Ave
Elmhurst IL 60126
US
(630) 279-5700
Funeral Home
Pedersen Ryberg Funeral Home
435 N York St
Elmhurst IL - 60126
US
(630) 834-1133
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