Evelyn Diane Jadrich

Evelyn “Evie” Jadrich (nee Schlosser), 67 of Lindenhurst, IL, passed away peacefully at home Monday, April 24, 2023, with her husband and youngest daughter by her side. She was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. She was born in Waukegan on July 4, 1955 at the time fish were really biting at the Waukegan shores of Lake Michigan, according to her dad, though he made sure to quickly get mom to the hospital in time for the proud moment. Those that knew her understood she enjoyed the little things and was high-spirited, playful, and down-to-earth in her approach to life. She had an infectious laugh, most memorable and adored by those around her. She was an avid Chicago sports fan, most notably for the Bears and Cubs, the latter of which her dad played for in the minors. She also enjoyed gardening and time at the family cabin in central Wisconsin. She attended Immaculate Conception Grade School and Holy Child High School in Waukegan, graduating in 1973. At that time, her older brother Jim Schlosser coordinated meeting a high school friend of his who would begin to date and later become her husband after he finished college and started his career. Before having children, she worked at the Heinz department store in downtown Waukegan. She relished the importance and was a stay-at-home mom during her children’s younger days. Then, she returned to work part-time at Burlington Coat Factory and then as a Care Giver working for Home Instead, relishing helping others until the grandkids came along. She adored and enjoyed reading to them and helping them to grow the same as our kids. She was an avid reader and very much enjoyed the game of Skip-Bo, playing whenever someone dared challenge her skills. Evelyn married the love of her life Thomas Jadrich, on April 22, 1978, at St. Anastasia Parish, Waukegan, IL. They raised two wonderful daughters, Kristen and Jennifer in Waukegan, later moving to Lindenhurst in 1996. The couple quietly celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary on April 22, then she passed two days later. She was preceded in death by her father, James Schlosser; grandparents Evelyn and Frank Schlosser; Domicella and Simon Gedvilas; In-Laws Phyllis and Clarence Jadrich; many aunts, uncles, and cousins. She is survived by her loving husband Thomas Jadrich; daughter Kristen (Sean) Walker and grandchildren Arianna and Anthony of Lake Villa; daughter Jennifer Jadrich of Milwaukee; mother Theresa Schlosser of Lindenhurst; brother James (Anita) Schlosser of Ames, IA, their children Drew Schlosser and Zoey Stone; brother Joseph (Cathy) Schlosser of Waukegan, their children Dawn and Rudyand brother Daniel (Nancy) Schlosser of Grayslake. Aunt and great aunt of nieces and nephews. Much gratitude is expressed to the staff at “A Ray of Hope”, Northwestern Medicine, and Suncrest Hospice for there are and compassion. In lieu of flowers, Evelyn always had an appreciation for the care given to those born with health issues. For those that wish to do so, donations to St, Jude’s Children’s Hospital www.stjude.org/donate or Shriner’s Hospital for Children https://donate.lovetotherescue.org/give would be appreciated. Visitation will take place on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, from 4:00 – 7:00 pm at Ringa Funeral Home 122 S. Milwaukee Ave. Lake Villa, IL. Additional visitation will be Wednesday, May 3, 2023, from 9:00 am until time of service at 10:00 am at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Ascension Cemetery.

Evelyn Diane Jadrich

July 4, 1955 - April 24, 2023

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