Sarah Lazara
January 17, 1933 — August 26, 2024
Sarah Lazara (nee Consiglio) of Park Ridge, passed away on August 26, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Vincent Lazara for 67 years. Loving mother of Joseph (Diane) LaZara and Dominic (Shannon Heilman) Lazara. Beloved daughter of the late Domenico and Lorenza Consiglio. Loving Nonna of Ryan and Katrina LaZara and Andrew and Aaron Lazara. Fond aunt and dear friend to many both here and in Italy.
Sarah was born in Siculiana, Italy and came to this country at the early age of 18. She made a wonderful life for herself and her family, eventually moving to Chicago. Sarah was known for her kindness, integrity, and unwavering commitment to her family and friends. She enjoyed being with her loved ones, inviting company over for many homemade Italian dishes for dinner and cookies for dessert. She enjoyed traveling, and spending her winters in Florida with her husband and many friends. She had been a member of her church’s women’s group and the Italian Club in Venice, FL.
Sarah's love and warmth will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial gift to Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago
https://www.catholiccharities.net/
or to the American Red Cross
https://www.redcross.org/donate/donation.html/
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Visitation Monday, September 2, 2024 from 3 to 8 PM at Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave. Norridge, IL 60706. Funeral Wednesday, September 4, 2024, Family and Friends are asked to meet at Our Lady of Ransom Church, 8300 N. Greenwood Ave. Niles, IL 60714 for the Funeral Mass at 10 AM. Entombment private at All Saints Mausoleum in Des Plaines, IL. Info: (708) 456-8300 or www.cumberlandchapels.com