Ms. Marylou Guthrie

May 19, 1952 - April 7, 2016

Marylou F. Guthrie, age 63, of Chicago passed away Thursday, April 7, 2016. Beloved spouse of Lois Nowak; Loving sister of Dan (Rose Ann Balisteri) Guthrie, Mike (Sherry) Guthrie, Gayle (Mike) Taschler, and Jim (Maria) Guthrie; Devoted family member of Irene Nowak, Patty (Andrew Comens) Nowak, Nancy (Jon Leach) Nowak, and Linda (Don) Susens; Cherished aunt of Deirdre (Ray Emerick) Guthrie, Maureen Guthrie, Colin Taschler, Erica Taschler, Ana Guthrie, Maddy Guthrie, and Ella Guthrie. Lou was the first to love and care for her family and friends. Her many interests included: biking, hiking, birding, crossword puzzles, road trips, and her adorable cats. The Sox and Packers were her teams, and Jim Thome was her man. She was a wonderful, vibrant woman of action. She is loved by all who knew her and will be deeply missed. A celebration of her life is planned for June. Memorials may be directed in Lou's name to Harmony House for Cats (hhforcats.org). For more info, call (773) 545-3800, or visit www.muzykafuneralhome.com.