Priscilla Matlak Obituary

Matlak, Priscilla Gordon Passed on August 1, 2019, in her own home. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Theodore "Ted" Matlak. Stoic until the end, Priscilla faced cancer with the strength and practicality with which she lived her life. She is survived by her children, former Alderman Ted Matlak (32nd) and Alyse Goodwin (Nick); and grandchildren, Arden, Gunner, Emily and Aubrey; as well as many relatives and her lifelong friend and defacto sister, Jean Anderson. Priscilla devoted her life to the noble and loving purpose of family, ensuring that her children received the formal education that eclipsed her. Her life was a master class in caretaking, homemaking, generosity and resilience. If your mother is half the mother that Priscilla Matlak was, you are truly blessed. Visitation for Priscilla is 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 10, 2019, at St. Hedwig Catholic Church, 2226 N. Hoyne, Chicago, IL 60647. Funeral Mass follows at 10:30 a.m.



Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 4, 2019.
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The deepest hurt in life is when one loses our parents. Our family wishes yours peace, in knowing your mother is now at rest in heaven.

Remo Hoxha - Family

August 10, 2019

Our Condolences to the entire family during this time of sorrow. It was pleasure to meet her years ago while visiting family in Chicago and immediately, felt at home with her and your dear father, Ted.

We send our prayers for them both; along with prayers for your family.

Emma & Luly Dominguez

August 10, 2019

Please know we send our deepest condolences for the loss of your beloved mother and grandmother, Priscilla. May she rest in peace.

Stephanie & Nick Medina

August 10, 2019

Our deepest condolences to the family of Priscilla Matlak. May she rest in peace.

Judy & Fred Klinsky

August 9, 2019

Priscilla Matlak was our friend for over 50 years. We are truly saddened by her loss and send our deepest condolences to her entire family.

Mary & Ruben Torrres

August 9, 2019

I have known Priscilla since I was 14 years old. She used to host all night poker games for Ted and his friends when we were teenagers. I've always called her Mrs. Matlak, though. A couple of years ago when I visited her in the hospital she said "Please stop calling me "Mrs." Matlak. You're old enough to call me "Priscilla". She was always so proud of her children and grandchildren, boasting about their accomplishments. God Bless her and the family always.

Melinda Poran Barkov

August 7, 2019

So grateful to have had both Priscilla & Ted in our lives for over 30 years. She was a warm, generous & kind soul. She always had a great attitude towards life and was a very strong woman. She will be missed but never forgotten.

Julie Alleyne

August 6, 2019

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9:00 a.m.

St. Hedwig Catholic Church,

2226 N. Hoyne, Chicago, IL

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Funeral Mass

10:30 a.m.

St. Hedwig Catholic Church,

2226 N. Hoyne, Chicago, IL

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