Ilse Cherwenka Obituary

In loving memory of Ilse Cherwenka of Chicago, Illinois, who departed this world on August 8, 2024 at the age of 84. Ilse leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Ernst Engler and Ottilie Engler; her family Forest Park; and also Michael Cherwenka. She is survived by: her children, Robert (Lesley), Michael (Tolla), Anita (Adam) and Doris (Ted); and her grandchildren, Tiffany, Joey, Lydia, Michael, Allison, Jessica, Tyler, Katie, Lauren, Aaron, Olivia, Jaylah, Luke and Chanel.

In lieu of flowers donations to Bethel Community Church are appreciated.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Colonial Wojciechowski Funeral Home

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Aug 11

Visitation

Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Homes of Chicago
6250 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60646

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Aug 11

Wake

Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Homes of Chicago
6250 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60646

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Aug 12

Visitation

Bethel Community Church
7601 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL 60656

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Aug 12

Funeral service

Bethel Community Church
7601 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL 60656

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Aug 12

Burial

Chapel Hill Gardens West
201 Roosevelt Rd, Villa Park, IL 60181

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