Donna S. Schwartz

Donna S. Schwartz, age 84, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025. Beloved wife and best friend of Chuck for 63 wonderful years; loving mother of Eric (Beth), Jonathan (Jodi), Greg (Susan), and the late Marc (Karen); cherished Gaga and Bubbe of Michael (Elana), Rebecca (Cody) Lefkowitz, Rachel, Emily, Sarah, Nikki, Aaron, Danielle, and Joshua; and much-loved great-grandmother of Madison Lefkowitz. Donna was also a treasured aunt, great-aunt, great-great-aunt, and friend to many. She was extremely generous, deeply loved, and widely respected-a true friend to everyone she met. Donna was passionate about helping others and hosting holidays, traditions she held close to her heart. She loved traveling with family and friends, baking, reading, and knitting. Her greatest accomplishment was her family, and above all else she always put them first, especially her adored children, grandchildren and great-grandchild. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Memorial donations in her honor may be made to Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, www.PanCAN (Pancreatic Cancer Action Network).org/donate. Chapel service, Wednesday, November 19, 2025; 2:30 PM at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. Interment to follow at Shalom Memorial Park. For the link to view the service, shiva information and to leave condolences: www.shalommemorial.org or (847) 255-3520.