Lillian Marcus Eshoo, 94, of Norridge, died peacefully on Saturday, May 8, 2021 in Barrington, Illinois.
Lillian was born in Detroit, Michigan, on September 1, 1926 to parents Abraham and Nancy Marcus.
Lillian married David Eshoo and together they raised their son Ronald. Family was the most important part of her life, including her parents, brother, sister, sister-in-laws, their husbands and children, and her cousins. She was a gourmet chef and was passionate about feeding her loved ones delicious meals at gatherings large and small.
Lillian was a talented and creative seamstress and loved to sew. She loved to travel with family and with friends and see new sites all around the world. Lillian and David loved to go bowling together. She was very active and could be found riding her bike until she was 85 years old. She was a determined and strong woman and will be missed dearly by all who knew her.
Lillian is survived by her son, Ron (Lori) Eshoo, Sr., her grandchildren, Ron Eshoo, Jr., and Nicholas Eshoo; her aunt, Alice Grimshaw; her cousins, Ed and Judy, Phyllis, and Barbara; her nieces and nephews, John (Chris), Donald, Diane, Jon, Rebecca (John), Harold, and Laura; and her dear friends.
Lillian was preceded in death by her beloved husband, David Eshoo.
For further information please call the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com
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My heart and sincere sympathy goes out to Ron, Lori, and their sons upon the passing of your mother/grandmother. Lill was a class act and we had many wonderful memories together. She is now at peace.