Magdalena A. Mowen

Magdalena A. Mowen obituary, Morton Grove, IL

Magdalena A. Mowen

Magdalena Mowen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Simkins Funeral Home on Dec. 29, 2025.
Magdalena A. Mowen, 82, of Morton Grove, born in Plaridel Misamis Occidental, Philippines, beloved wife of Matthew J. Mowen; loving mother of Jennifer (Eric) Miara and the late Matthew Mowen, Jr.; dear grandmother of Cooper and Arabella Miara; fond daughter, sister, and aunt to many. She was a dedicated employee of St. Joseph Hospital in Chicago for 33 years. Funeral from Simkins Funeral Home 6251 Dempster St. Morton Grove, IL 60053 on Saturday, January 3rd at 9:30 a.m. to St. Martha Church. Funeral mass at 10:00 a.m. Cremation private. Visitation Friday, January 2nd from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. (847) 965-2500

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January 5, 2026

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Pamela A Murphy

January 5, 2026

Matt,
I'm so sorry for your unexpected loss. I wish I could have attended the wake, but sending you a virtual HUG and cousin love. Pamela

Peg née Mowen

January 3, 2026

My condolences to all. Lena was kind, thoughtful, family oriented, also resilient. I will miss Lena´s phone calls..

Simkins Funeral Home

December 29, 2025

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