Uarda Olinger Boyd
Born: Dec. 15, 1914; in Lees Creek, OH
Died: July 17, 2015; in Carol Stream, IL
Uarda Olinger Boyd, 100, passed away July 17, 2015, at Windsor Park Manor, Carol Stream. Born in Lees Creek, OH on December 15, 1914, to the late Forrest & Iva (nee Howard) Babb, Uarda was a loving wife and mother, a devoted Christian, and very proud of over 50 years of volunteer service. She loved playing bridge and was a world traveler having visited over 55 countries. She was a graduate of Wilmington HS (Ohio) and Miami University in Ohio, and taught at Moser Business School in Chicago.
Uarda was a founder and charter member of the Elmhurst Memorial Hospital of the DuPage County Guild and was active in the Elmhurst YMCA and the Elmhurst Methodist Church. She was also active in the South Laguna Hospital Guild and was a longtime member of P.E.O. In the 1950's, she was elected to the school board in Elmhurst. She is preceded in death by David L. Olinger, MD, her husband of 35 years who died in 1975; and Leslie H. Boyd, whom she married in 1978.
She is survived by sons, John (Marilyn) Olinger and Richard (Patricia) Olinger; grandchildren, Katie (Mark) Cosmas, Courtney (Matt Dickson) Olinger, Whitney Olinger, Stephan Olinger, Jeffrey (Heather) Olinger and Natalie (Zachary) Peterselli; and great-grandchildren, Cade Cosmas and Paige Olinger-Dickson.
She is preceded in death by her brother, H. Kroger Babb; son, Robert Olinger; grandson, David R. Olinger; and great-granddaughter, Taylor Cosmas.
A memorial service will be held at Windsor Park Manor on Saturday, July 25, 2015, at 10:00 a.m, followed by a private internment with the family.
Memorials may be directed to the American Heart Association, Three Butterflies SIDS Foundation (teamtayloraz.com), or ReSpectrum (respectrum.org).
Information and guest book is available at www.hultgrenfh.com or call Hultgren Funeral Home at 630-668-0027.
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so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Blessings to you and your family.
Karen Kimbell
August 27, 2015
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
The Hultgren Family and Staff
July 23, 2015
Dick,Pat & Family,
It is with great sadness to hear of your Mother's passing. I did not know your Mother but I do know how much you cared for her. I am sure she appreciated all that you did for her beside your constant visits. Your love for her will not cease as the memories grow stronger. Always hold those memories in your heart forever. May God bless and keep you in your time of sadness.
Edward & Marie Pauley
Maria Pauley
July 22, 2015
We are thinking of you at this time. We know that the memories of this special woman will comfort you. With Prayers and Love, Laura & David Dirks
July 22, 2015
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