Mary Ann Jesse

Mary Ann Jesse obituary, Countryside, IL

Mary Ann Jesse

Mary Jesse Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hallowell & James Funeral Home - Downers Grove on Mar. 7, 2025.

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Mary Ann Jesse, age 86, of Downers Grove, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Norman. Loving mother of Anne (Gary) Vlk and Thomas (Patrick Conaway) Jesse. Devoted grandmother of Jonathan and Logan Vlk. Cherished sister of Penny Holubowsky and Paul (Wendy) Clauder and the late Judy Dougherty. Dear aunt of John and Fritz Westphal, Jennifer Neufeld, Christopher Holubowsky, Eric and Kristen Clauder, the late Franz Westphal and many dear friends. Memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at Delta Hotel by Marriott, Willowbrook, Ill. Visitation begins at 2:00pm with a service at 5:00 pm immediately followed by a reception to celebrate her life. Donations in Mary Ann's name may be made to the Peoples Resource Center, Food Pantry, www.peoplesrc.org. Arrangements entrusted to Hallowell and James Funeral Home www.hjfunerals.com.

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