Memory Garden

Honor Name: Rush Copley Family Medicine Residency

Donor Name: Anonymous Donation

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Honor Name: Catherine and Rodney Manion

Donor Name: Anonymous Donation

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Cathy and Rod were married for 39 years when the passed in October 2021, one week apart. There were the best Nana and Papa to six grandchildren and the most amazing parents to three children. Their passing has forever changed our lives and their absence is felt everyday. We aim to be more like them- cherish your family, make time, and to always laugh through the hard times.

Honor Name: Donovan Kittell

Donor Name: Clara Martinez

1989 -

Donovan-We all love you and miss you so very much. Covid took your life but you will be remembered ALWAYS. You will always be my son, a big brother (soon to be Uncle), a loyal friend. Love you bunches xoxo - Mom

Honor Name: Randy Tribbett

Donor Name: Jennifer Tribbett

1974 - 2021

Randy was an amazing example of what we all should aspire to be. He opened his home and family to everyone and freely gave of his time and resources. He was constantly helping someone; family, friend, stranger, it didn't matter. If he saw a need that spoke to him, he took care of it, never expecting anything in return. He treated strangers like friends and friends like family. Randy had to be the brightest star in the night sky, because that is who he was. He made us laugh beyond tears sometimes and when he walked into the room, you knew he had arrived. He was larger than life. The people that knew him best, knew the love and dedication to his family was unmatched. He was a loving husband, father and son and he is missed immeasurably.

Honor Name: Gloria Gomez Caudillo

Donor Name: Margaret Davis

1944 - 2020

You were the Best mother and grandmother anyone could ever ask for. We love you to Heaven and back Mom! Richard Jr., Miguel, Margarita, Raphael, Amy and Martin

Honor Name: Robert Shrader

Donor Name: Bonnie

1951 - 2020

Robert was always a pillar of strength and resilience. He was family oriented, a man of his word, and loved being of serve to others. He was a loving husband, a supportive father, and the sweetest papa to his grandsons. We continue to honor his legacy by serving others, continuing to find the humor in life, and sharing his famous bear hugs with others - you never know when it will be the last chance.

Honor Name: Lloyd C Porter

Donor Name: Hillary Porter

- 2020

Father. Husband. Brother. Son. Friend. Lloyd had an endearing smile and infectious enthusiasm for life that gave him a seat at many tables. His creative spirit and savvy business sense helped create opportunities for all walks of life in our community of Bed Stuy. Losing Lloyd to Covid and his continued absence is a void that can never be repaired. Friends and family continue to share and remember untold stories of generosity and hilarity to this day. We continue to honor you by sharing these good times with new friends. Thank you for loving us Lloyd.

Honor Name: Gerald MANARIK

Donor Name: JANE MANARIK

1957 - 2020

Gerry was devoted to his family and friends. Home was his favorite place to be and he reveled in the love of his wife, children, grandchildren and pups. A lifelong member of IBEW Local 150. A man of great faith and a shining example of humanity at its finest.

Honor Name: Robin Sota

Donor Name: Jennifer Macias

1959 - 2022

In memory of a beautiful Wife, Mama, Grammy and Great-Grammy- Robin! We miss you, and love you forever. Our lives are not the same without you. Until we see you again in Heaven.

Honor Name: Paul Abramson

Donor Name: Nancy Abramson

1927 - 2020

Father, Grand Father, Husband, Brother, Son. He made us laugh and was always ready for the party called life. He is missed

Honor Name: Todd Hunsicker

Donor Name: Jeanell Hunsicker

1962 - 2020

In honor and memory of my husband, who was the most loving, kind, funny, giving person you could ever know. My life was changed the moment I met you and now again since the moment I lost you. There is not a day that goes by that I don’t think of you and feel the pain of losing you. Thank you for being the most loving human on the planet and showing others the way to the Lord. I love, adore and miss you and cannot wait for the day we meet again. Your loving wife, Jeanell

Honor Name: Frank Giampoli

Donor Name: Lori Giampoli

1950 - 2020

Frank was a devoted son, brother, uncle, husband, father and papa. Frank was a compassionate attorney. He was recognized for his generosity as a fundraiser for the Leukemia and Lymphoma society. Frank was an avid sailor and spent his summers on Lake Michigan aboard his beloved boat, Jahazi. He was happiest surrounded by those he loved, but also found joy in quiet moments. A walk in the woods, starry nights camping. He is deeply loved and missed by all he left behind. Frank will forever be our North Star.

Honor Name: Anna Jarvis

Donor Name: Lori Stephens

1970 - 2021

Anna Jarvis had a sparkle like no one else. She was beautiful, smart, funny, and creative. She is missed by her many loved ones, but most of all by her son and daughter.

Honor Name: Michael Turner

Donor Name: The Day Family

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Honor Name: Marjorie Russo

Donor Name: Fiona Gierzynski

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Marjorie Russo was a wife, mother and empathetic friend to all. She kept going despite various health ailments. At her daughter’s wedding to my son, a video was made of her dancing with each of her three sons in turn. But Co-Vid was the last straw, and she succumbed way too young, early on, in April of 2020. I will always remember her as my co-mother-in-law, and the role model who showed my daughter-in-law how to be a good wife and mother. I know you’re still with us, in your children and our shared two grandsons.

Honor Name: Ryan & Kelly Veseling

Donor Name: Ryan & Kelly Veseling

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Honor Name: Larissa Johnson Akinremi

Donor Name: Sonia Hassan

- 2021

Larissa has always been a multifaceted brilliant being; continually searching, evolving, healing...her self as well as those around her. I was honored that she chose me as her Friend and Spiritual Sister. I Love her and Miss her, as many do too. May all our prayers constantly reach her. May she be resting in the Eternal Peace and Compassion.

Honor Name: Derek Simpson

Donor Name: Julie Parson Nesbitt

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Derek Simpson was a dedicated father, treasured friend, and front-line nurse working in triage during the Covid epidemic. After working long shifts, he would sleep in his car to avoid bringing the disease home to his sons. He was a brilliant composer and musician, and was an expert on restoring church organs in historic Black churches. Long-time and much-loved friend to Rod Nesbitt, Julie Parson Nesbitt, and Patrick Boyle. Derek, we will always miss you and love you.

Honor Name: Cora Palmer

Donor Name: Evelyn Perkins

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Thanks for your nursing care during Covid.

Honor Name: Nancy Bishop

Donor Name: Julia Mohan

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In honor of Nancy Bishop, who had the biggest heart and was a true angel on this earth. The world was better with her in it. I'll miss you forever, Aunt Nancy.

Honor Name: Elka Nelson

Donor Name: TERI Pinner

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We are all just walking each other home.

Honor Name: Infection Prevention and Control Team Cook County Health

Donor Name: SHARON WELBEL

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Thank you Infection Prevention and Control team for preventing countless infectious and saving lives

Honor Name: Infection Prevention and Control Team Cook County Health

Donor Name: SHARON WELBEL

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Thank you Infection Prevention and Control team for preventing countless infectious and saving lives

Honor Name: Michael Williams

Donor Name: Tacora Love

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Big Mike, I miss you more and more with each passing day. I will hold on to the memory of your boisterous laugh, genuine heart, passion to help others, quest to seek knowledge and adventures, and love for a good joke. The memories of you help the family cope with the tremendous loss. Cousin, I will love you forever and always! Tacora

Honor Name: Northwestern Medicine Nurses

Donor Name: Tacora Love

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We honor all the nurses at Northwestern Medicine who worked during the COVID-19 pandemic. Cora Palmer Tacora Love

Honor Name: Claudia McDonald

Donor Name: Brian Starr

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Honor Name: Jacqueline Gordon

Donor Name: Linda YODER

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Honor Name: Jerry Kaelin

Donor Name: Brian & Lucie Daley

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As a Chaplain and the ACPE at Loyola University Medical Center, Jerry cared for the ill and their families at their most vulnerable time. He is an inspiration to legions and a friend to all.

Honor Name: Jaime Garcia

Donor Name: Viridiana Garcia

1963 - 2021

In memory of my dad, who fell victim to this virus like many others. May they never be forgotten.

Honor Name: Felicia Ailende

Donor Name: Anonymous Donation

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An immigrant from Nigeria and mother of six, Felicia Ailende was a registered nurse at the Bria of Forest Edge Nursing Home in Chicago. In addition to her nursing duties, she was a minister at Maranatha Chapel in Evergreen Park, Illinois. Her death on April 20, 2020, at the age of 67 impacted so many, as she had made an enormous positive difference in the lives of those with whom she came into contact. We thank her for her service and care, and mourn her loss deeply.

Honor Name: Roberto Stella, MD

Donor Name: Friends of Dr. Stella

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Italy offers tribute & mourns Dr. Roberto Stella (1953-2020), among the first group of doctors in Italy to die serving. He contracted the COVID-19 virus while actively taking care of patients in the early, darkest days of the pandemic.   

Honor Name: Frank Gabrin

Donor Name: Fellow Physicians

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We remember Dr. Frank Gabrin 1960-2020, first ER doctor to die from COVID-19 while treating patients at East Orange General Hospital, NJ and St. John’s Episcopal in Queens, NY. He succumbed to COVID March 31, dying in the arms of his husband, Anthony Vargas. A graduate of the Univ of Pittsburgh and the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Gabrin was a two-time cancer survivor and U.S. Navy veteran. The world mourns him and thanks him for his courage administering care during the early days of the pandemic.

Honor Name: Carlos Araujo-Preza

Donor Name: Anonymous Donation

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Remembering Dr. Carlos Araujo-Preza (1968-2020), a pulmonologist born in El Salvador, who treated hundreds of Covid-19 patients in Houston, TX, before succumbing to the disease himself. Director of critical care at HCA Houston Healthcare in Tomball, TX, Dr. Araujo worked nonstop as the virus raged, sleeping at his hospital, going home rarely except for a change of clothes. His bravery and devotion saved many lives.