Mary T. Michalik, nee O'Connor; devoted wife of 64 years to the late George; loving mother of Tom, Maureen, Kathleen (Jack) Murphy and Julie (Mike McMahon); cherished grandmother of Sarah, Emily (Tyler) Reschke and Melissa; great-grandmother of Brody; fond aunt of Steve (Valerie), Jackie (Kyle) and Brittney.  Mary was proud, long-standing member of the St. Paul of The Cross Church, St. Thomas Aquinas Guild. She had the gift of lighting up any room, and took the time to truly find a special connection with everyone she met. Mary was loved, and will be missed by all.  Memorial gathering Saturday, March 5, 2022, from 10 a.m. until time of service, 11 a.m., at Nelson Funeral Home, 820 W. Talcott Road, Park Ridge. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation would be appreciated. For information (847) 823-5122 or www.nelsonfunerals.com