Mary Lee Wyatt, 87, of Huntley, died peacefully March 17, 2026 at her home with her family by her side.
Mary was born December 1, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of John and Beatrice (Morin) Tschuor. On November 28, 1959, she married Donald Wyatt. Mary was a lifelong learner, graduating from DePaul University and later earning her Master’s degree from Loyola University. She dedicated 23 years to education, serving as both a teacher and Director of Religious Education for the Archdiocese of Chicago.
In 1999, Mary and Don moved to Huntley’s Sun City community, where she embraced an active and joyful life. She was involved in the Sun City Strutters, the Theatre Company of Sun City, and participated in many social groups including the Bunco ladies, Chat Group, and Triple Play ladies. Mary was also a devoted member of St. Mary Catholic Church.
Mary was truly a ray of sunshine who could brighten anyone’s day. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
She is survived by her children, Debra (Robert) King, Donald (Tracy) Wyatt, Jr., and Patricia (Scott) Bussert; her grandchildren, Bobby, Matthew (Alex), Becky, Scott, Kayla, Ryan, Kelly, Kevin, and Brendan; and her great-granddaughters, Sarah Jane and Hailey Ann. She is also survived by many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Mary was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Don; her parents; and her sister, Sr. Marlene Tschuor.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at DeFiore Funeral Home, 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
For further information, please contact the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or visit www.defiorefuneral.com for online condolences.
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Mary was such a sweet lady. She was always so very kind at parties. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam
Many years ago, 60 or so, when Don and Mary Lee were living on Richmond Street, my wife and I had the joy of being neighbors and friends. Don and I were working together at Scharres & Associates in downtown Chicago, and each morning we would travel together to work on the Chicago & Northwestern train to get to our office in the old Daily News Building. 5 years later we moved away from Chicago and lost touch with the wonderful Wyatt family. I was saddened to see the announcement of Mary Lee's passing, but there is one more angel in heaven looking down on us. She leaves behind a wonderful family and many fond memories.
Our deepest sympathies - what an amazing lady she was. May God comfort you and give you peace during this difficult time.