Marlene A. Bognar, 51, of Carpentersville, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Thursday, May 12, 2016.
She was born July 10, 1964 in Chicago, the daughter of Jerald and Janet (Erazmus) Greenberg. She was raised in Lincolnshire and graduated from Stevenson High School. She then graduated from Loyola University where she obtained her Master’s in Psychology. She was united in marriage to Mike Bognar. The couple made their home in Schaumburg and later Carpentersville. Marlene had previously worked for Chase Bank and then JCPenney. She enjoyed fitness and working out, spending time with her sons and being involved in their activities and time with family.
She is survived by her sons, Alec and Brett Bognar of Carpentersville, her mother, Janet (George) Gawell of Huntley, her brother, Ron Greenberg of Westmont, her sister, Michelle Dethloff of Lindenhurst and her nieces and nephews.
A memorial gathering will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the 12 noon, Service of Remembrance on Friday, May 20th at the DeFiore-Jorgensen Funeral & Cremation Service, 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley.
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Our prayers are sent to Alec and his family. My heart breaks for everyone. So so sorry for your loss. Alec is a great young man and I enjoyed working and training Alec at J C Penney. He truely loved his mom. I also pray you stay strong. ???????? Nancy
Our deepest condolences to Alec, Brett, Mike and all of Marlene's family. We are so profoundly saddened for your loss. We feel so blessed that we got to do life with Marlene and Mike as part of our boys' playgroup family. We have so many fond memories of get togethers, celebrations, family outings, holidays and hanging out just because. You will be sorely missed Marlene. We love you!
Marlene and I were childhood friends. I am deeply saddened to learn of her sudden passing. I remember Marlene always smiling and laughing. I will cherish those great memories. My heartfelt sympathies go out to her family.
I am so sorry to hear of Marlenes passing. Praying for her family to find comfort in their time of need. Marlenes smile could always light up a room. I have many fond memories of her and our time in Jr. High and High School.
So wonderful to think about. So hard to be without.