Marie Ann Paz

Marie Ann ‘Drabek’ Paz (nee Florek) age 92 of Beecher formerly of Calumet City, Illinois passed away peacefully at home on May 29, 2020.  Beloved wife of the late Bruno (2010) and 1^st husband Chester ‘Drake’ Drabek (1980).  Loving mother to Alexandra ‘Sandy’ Urbanik, late Robert Drabek and late Jay Christopher Drabek.  Cherished Mimi to Joseph (Jenn) Urbanik and Katie (Randy) Zivkovich; proud great grandmother to Drake, Jacoby and Danica.  Preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Helen (nee Brandys) Florek, brother Chester (late Theresa) and  sister to Elizabeth (late Kelly) and Bernice (late Pieo).  Dear aunt to many.  Marie belonged to St. Andrew Rosary Confraternity, Apostleship of Prayer, St. Rita’s Alter Guild, VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Calumet City Historical Society, and Sunshine Lady for St. Andrews Senior.  Marie also was a very good artist, she loved to draw, write poetry, did ceramics, crochet, made blankets and loved traditions but most of all Mimi loved and enjoyed being with her family.

Special thanks to the nurses and staff at Beecher Manor and Vitas Hospice.

Due to the current circumstance and restrictions caused by Covid-19, only 10 people can be in the funeral home at a one time.  We ask that you please follow the states guidelines where masks/ face coverings and distancing are concerned. On behalf of the family and the funeral home staff, we would like to thank you for your cooperation.

Visitation Tuesday, June 2^nd from 9:00A.M.until 11:00A.M. at Beecher Funeral Home, 602 Dixie Hwy., Beecher, Illinois  60401.  Interment and Service at Holy Cross Cemetery, Calumet City, Illinois with clergy from St. Maria Goretti Parish.    Info: (708) 946-6000.  At this time the family is planning a memorial mass at a later date.