Mary Catherine Amato Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Mary Catherine Amato of Oak Park, Illinois is shared. Mary Catherine, born on October 22, 1929, passed away on October 16, 2026. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mary Catherine Amato to pay them a last tribute.
Mary Catherine will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Mary Catherine by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Mary Catherine is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Mary Catherine’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She was predeceased by: her husband Sam Amato; and her sisters, Patricia Murphy and Veronica Zemgulys (Joseph). She is survived by: her children, Thomas Amato (Patti McNulty), Catherine Amato and John Amato (Sara); her grandchildren, Amelia Amato (Brady Knippenberg) and Kevin Amato; and her great grandchildren, Sam, Maya and Ella.
A funeral Mass was held on Wednesday, October 21st 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Ascension Catholic Church (808 S East Ave, Oak Park, IL 60304). A burial was held on Wednesday, October 21st 2026 at the Queen of Heaven Cemetery (1400 S Wolf Rd, Hillside, IL 60162).
