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October 15, 1952 January 03, 2023
October 15, 1952 -- January 03, 2023

Mary Kaye Stoltz, Age:70

Mary Kaye Stoltz nee Leonard, of River Forest IL, passed away on Tuesday January 3rd at home from a series of long illnesses. She was 70 years old. Born on October 15th, 1952 to Thomas H. Leonard (d.1994), and Alice L. Leonard nee Power (d.1999) of 3740 N. Oriole in Chicago. 
 
Mary Kaye was an outstanding student. She attended St. Francis Borgia grammar school where she studied violin. She attended Mother Guerin high school, and was also a part of the Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra. Mary Kaye attended both St. Mary’s College of Notre Dame, and American University in Washington DC, where she studied French and spent time abroad studying in France.
 
Mary Kaye became a registered nurse, and worked as a medical professional for 30 years. She worked in private practices focusing on in vitro fertilization, and various hospitals in infection control. She received a masters degree in adult education from National Louis University in Evanston. 
 
Mary Kaye wed Robert Stoltz in July of 1989, and remained married to him until her passing. Bob & Kaye lived in River Forest IL. Both of them enjoyed time with friends, movies, tv shows and their beloved kitty cats, as well as antiquing, regional trips to Door County, and visiting family in California. Brunches, & Christmas dinner with Tommy, Linda, and Hailey.
 
Mary Kaye is survived by her husband Robert Stoltz, and her brother Thomas C. Leonard and his wife Linda Leonard (Harkins); niece Hailey Leonard (Thomas and Linda Leonard), and nephews Michael, James, and Matthew McGarry (James McGarry & Jean Marie McGarry nee Leonard d.2007); niece of Gerri and Ken Sears, Jack and Darlene Power, a cherished aunt, and cousin to Julie, Mark, John (Power), Pam, Patty, Debbie, Michael, John (Cipriani), Joe, and Steven.
 
A wake for family & friends will be held on Friday January 13th from 3pm to 8pm @ Olson, Burke/Sullivan Funeral & Cremation Center @ 6467 N Northwest Hwy, Chicago, IL 60631. 773-774-3333. For more information, please see the link below.
 
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In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Mary Kaye can be made to The National Kidney Foundation http://kidney.org
 
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Kelly Minnis January 06, 2023

Friend Plainfield , Illinois

We are really sorry to hear about your loss. Sincere Thoughts and prayers to the family. Hope you all find peace in all the love and memories ❤️ 🙏 My condolences, Kelly, Brian Minnis & family

Julie Ward January 07, 2023

Cousin San Diego , California

The gifts I received by knowing Marykaye would fill volumes. She and her sister Jeanne taught me how important women friends were. Without judgement, lent me her great sense of style and good taste when I lacked both. I am most thankful for the times she stood up for me. Not only quietly but sometimes right in front of me. Without a doubt, Kaye was one of the funniest people I ve known. I loved how she laughed while saying something funny because she knew also how funny it was. I loved her and Bob together, both knowing how lucky they were to have what most couples aspire to. Plus, they both speak the language of Cats. Everything that is wonderful I have passed on to my daughter Libby came from Kaye and Jeanne and their mother Alice. It is a priceless legacy I was blessed to be touched by. I love you Marykaye

Michael January 07, 2023

Friend Temple, TX , Texas

Mary Kaye and Bob are close friends. We are both happy and sad about her passing. We are happy that she is no longer in chronic pain. We are sad that she is no longer with us. For Bob. Thank you for being such a devoted husband and caregiver. We absolutely know that Mary Kaye appreciated your devotion. Love Michael & Lia

Basil Szewczyk January 13, 2023

Worked & friend of husband Darien , Illinois

Mary Kaye was an amazing and wonderful person. She is in Heaven with God now

Basil Szewczyk January 15, 2023

Worked & friend of husband Darien , Illinois

Mary Kaye was an amazing and wonderful person. She is in Heaven with God now

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