Maria Hylak

Maria Hylak obituary, McKinney, TX

Maria Hylak

Maria Hylak Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 12, 2025.
Maria (Alaniz) Hylak, born April 16, 1942, in Elsa, Texas, passed away on September 8, 2025, at her daughter's home, surrounded by the family she treasured most. She was the beloved wife of Peter Hylak, a devoted mother to Maria "Lisa" (Frank Cresci), Adela (Julius Santiago), and Cecelia (Joseph Hylak-Reinholtz), and a loving bonus mother to Bridget (Joseph Hooker). Her heart overflowed for her grandchildren-V and Amanda Millen; Harrison and Hamilton Santiago; Genevieve and Jonathan "Jack" Hylak-Reinholtz; and her bonus grandchildren: Benjamin, Veronica, and Blaise Hylak.

Maria was preceded in death by her parents, Adela and José Alaniz; her brothers Noé, José, and Emeterio; her sisters Consuelo and Alicia; and her grandson Luke John. She is survived by her brother Humberto and sisters Odilia and Adela.

She will be deeply missed, remembered in the stories told around the dinner table, and cherished in the hearts of all who had the privilege to know her. May her legacy of love, strength and rum cakes continue to guide those she left behind.

There will be a celebration of Maria's life in McKinney, TX and Darien, IL. Please reach out to the family for service details and to share memories or photos.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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