Zenaida “Zeny” Escudero, of Bartlett, Illinois passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
She was born on April 3, 1938 in the Philippines to Angel and Eugenia (Vasquez) Malixi, one of eight children. She married Ricardo Escudero in the Philippines on June 19, 1968. There, she worked as an elementary school teacher for many years. Eventually, she and her family immigrated to the United States. She enjoyed cooking (which she taught herself when she moved to the US), shopping, and spending time with her family.
Zeny is survived by her daughters, Averill (Yeong) Yu, Hershey (Derek) Kleckner, and Princess (Paul) Ouankeo; and four grandchildren, Tyler, Isabel, Connor, and Chloe.
She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 from 4 pm to 7 pm, with a prayer service at 6 pm. Graveside services will be held privately at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
For further information please contact the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com.
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On behalf of my dad, Tony and his family, our deepest sympathy to the whole family. We are really sorry that we can't be there but she will always be in our prayer.
In this sorrowful time, we would like to extend to you our heartfelt condolences. We are honored that we could provide care and companionship to Zeny and your family on her final journey. May our Lord comfort you and your loved ones. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Love, your family at Lighthouse Hospice Care