Kathryn Cihak Obituary

Kathryn R. Cihak, 66, a 37 year resident of Indian Head Park, died on May 27, 2009. Beloved wife of Jerome E. Cihak. Devoted mother of Amy L. (Andrew) Cihak-Hannon, and Gary J. Cihak. Loving grandmother of Madeline and Chloe. Dear sister of Mark (the late Vicki) Kiel. Fond aunt of Christopher Kiel, and Kimberly (Lon) Kiel Goodman. Kind aunt of Teagan and Savannah Kiel. Kathryn was known for her knowledge of local history and often presented programs and conducted tours for the Flagg Creek Heritage Society, and organization she helped found in 1976 during the bicentennial celebration. She was instrumental in acquiring and moving the historic Robert Vial house from its location on Timber Trails Golf Club to its present location in Burr Ridge, where it serves as an educational resource for the community. Kathryn was a teacher, having earned her Master's Degree in Education. She taught primary grades in LaGrange, Brookfield, Lyons, and Oak Brook, and never lost her devotion for teaching. She was the Religious Education Chairman for the Presbyterian Church of Orland Park and Served as Superintendent of Religious Education at Lyonsville Congregational Church. She was a Girl Scout Leader in the 1970's and continued to have a Troop at Brook Park School and S.E. Gross School in Brookfield, IL, up until her death. She earned a 25-year pin for her volunteer work at the Graue Mill in Oak Brook, Where she was a docent and tour director. She was also a 30 year member of the County Line Questers, an organization devoted to collecting antiques and other unique collectibles. Visitation will be held 3-9 p.m. Friday at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St. Countryside, IL 60525. Funeral Saturday 10:30 a.m. at Lyonsville Congregational Church in Indian Head Park. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society are appreciated. Funeral Info 708-352-6500.