Patricia Ann (nee McCool) Duray, died peacefully on April 16, 2022, in Huntley.
Pat was born in Melrose Park on March 12, 1949, to parents Robert and Nellie (nee Ray) McCool. While attending a VFW picnic in 1963 she met Dennis Duray and the couple was married on July 12, 1969, following his service in the United States Navy. Pat was a dedicated wife and mother, and loved to volunteer with her children, serving as Girl Scout Troop Leader and a team mom for many sports. Becoming a grandmother was one of the true joys of her life and she attended as many of her grandchildren’s events as she was able. Pat was an incredibly caring and sweet woman who welcomed her family and friends with open arms and strived to make the people around her feel comfortable. Pat will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Pat is survived by her beloved husband, Dennis Duray, her children, Denise (Dennis) Lee, Donna Bohon, and Dennis (Erin) Duray, her grandchildren, Ashley, Jonathan, Gabrielle, Nicole (Jacob), Jacob, Anthony, Jolie, Courtney, and Austin, her great-grandchildren, Connor and Maverick, her sister, Sharon (Jack) Hyde, and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Friday, April 22, 2022, from 4 p.m. to time of sharing stories at 7 p.m. all at DeFiore Funeral Home, 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Pat’s name can be made to the Susan G. Koman Breast Cancer Foundation: https://www.komen.org/
For further information, contact DeFiore Funeral Services at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com.
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My deepest condolences as Aunt Pat was loved by many. She always had the most welcoming warm embraces when you saw her. Her laugh and smile lit up the room. She was wonderful, and caring. I remember as a kid visiting the house in Hanover Park, and how excited I always was to go see my cousins, and family. Playing horseshoe in the back yard, all the Dad's and Uncles drinking beer in the garage. All the Mom's and Aunts in the house getting food ready and laughing. They had the coolest water beds! She made the best Doritos salad for family parties. My memories of her will always remain, but she will be greatly missed. May she rest in eternal paradise until we meet again.
Pat was a second mom to many of her children's friend. Always had welcoming arms. She was a very special part of my life and will be greatly missed.
Sharon, sending our condolences to you and your family during this sad and difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
So sorry for this loss of your sister. It is hard to lose a family member. Please know that as you walk this path you are being hugged and caressed by your loved one and many more that has passed before her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Sharon and we are praying for the whole family. George & Linda Craig
I didn't have the privilege of personally meeting Pat. But everything I ever heard was good and positive. I wish I had met her. God bless the family and my prays will be with all of you.
I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Aunt Pat. She was funny. loving and always upbeat and smiling. I truly admired her love and devotion to her family through thick and thin. She is someone that I truly aspire to be like. I am thankful to have had her as an inspiration throughout my childhood. My deepest sympathy on the loss of this wonderful lady.