Eileen Ruth Fiala

Eileen Ruth Fiala obituary

Eileen Ruth Fiala

Eileen Fiala Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hickey Memorial Chapels - Midlothian from Jun. 26 to Jun. 27, 2025.

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Eileen Ruth Fiala, age 89, longtime Midlothian resident passed away June 26, 2025.

Preceded in death by her loving husband William "Dan" Fiala; daughter Carol Fiala; parents Mary (nee Franz) and John Tobin; and 9 siblings.

Survived by her loving children Daniel Fiala and Joan Kamholz.

Eileen was a devoted member of St. Christopher Church - St. Augustine Parish for more than 60 years, where she was a member of the Rosary Alter. She found joy in staying active and especially loved going for walks for as long as her health allowed.

Visitation Monday June 30, 2025, from 3 - 8 PM at Hickey Memorial Chapel 4201 W. 147th St. Midlothian, IL 60445. Funeral Tuesday July 1, 2025, 9:30 AM prayers at the funeral home going to St Christopher Church - St Augustine Parish for 10 AM Funeral Mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

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