Bonnie Hickey

Bonnie Jeanne Hickey, nee Kadlec, age 82, at rest July 3, 2025. Devoted wife of the late John Hickey. Loving mother of John (Mary Ann) Hickey, Kathy Hickey, Judy (William) Fitzgerald, Mike (Lisa) Hickey and Dan (Natalie) Hickey. Proud grandma of Colleen (Jason) Milano and John Hickey, Ava Edozien, William (Carole) Fitzgerald, Richard (Diana Hamilton) Fitzgerald, Jeanette (Dominic) Petrozza, Stephanie (Dan) Adams and Elise (Tim Goecking) Fitzgerald, Alanna (Andy) Bruns-Hickey, Ashley (Cecelia Wolfe) Hickey, Zachary (Lauren Meyer) Hickey, Mary (Riley Coomes) Hickey, Rachel and Sarah Hickey. Cherished great-grandma of Brianna, Madelyn, Peyton, Sofia, Max, Samuel, Carter, Andrew, James and Bertie. Beloved daughter of the late Francis and Jeanette Kadlec. Dearest sister of Janice (late Roger) Stanley and the late Raymond Kadlec. Dear sister-in-law of Barry (Bridget) Hickey, the late Gerald (Holly) Hickey, the late Dennis (Carole) Hickey and the late Ned (Nancy) Hickey. Fond aunt and great aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Bonnie was the heart of our family, always putting loved ones above all else. As a devoted and loving caregiver to her mother and husband, she gave selflessly and without hesitation. Her home was a place of warmth, where her incredible cooking and gracious hospitality brought everyone together. She was a generous soul, known for her thoughtful gifts and her remarkable ability to make each person feel truly special. Universally loved, she shared a deep bond with her sister who was also her best friend. Her closeness with her children, ever helpful neighbor Jim, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren was a testament to her nurturing spirit and unwavering support. Selfless in every way, she always placed the needs of others before her own. She will be dearly remembered and deeply missed by all who were fortunate enough to have known her.

If you wish to make a gift in lieu of flowers, Bonnie had a special place in her heart for Chaddock Children’s Foundation and the important work that they perform. Visit their website to make a donation in her honor: https://www.chaddock.org/support/donate/

Visitation Friday from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Saturday 10:00 a.m. Chapel Service at Curley Funeral Home, 6116 W. 111th Street, Chicago Ridge. Interment Fairmount Willow Hills Cemetery. For funeral info 708-422-2700 or www.curleyfuneralhome.com.