Sharon Loos Blecha, née Filice, born August 1, 1944, at rest August 14, 2026, age 82; beloved wife of the late Richard J. Blecha, DDS ; loving mother of Paul Jr. (Dawn Marie) Loos, Debbie (Steve) English, John (Jackie) Loos, Dana (Ralph Tufano) Loos, and Jeremy (Marco) Loos; dearest grandmother of Derek, Dartanian, Dalany, Jonathan, Ryan, Gianna, the late Dalton, and the late Jessica; dear sister of the late Beverly; fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. For 50 years, Sharon called Park Ridge home, where she raised her family and became an active part of the community. She coached cheerleading, taught CCD, and took to the stage in many Washington School plays. In her most golden years, she moved to Spring Hill, Tennessee, where she continued to keep busy through work, embraced a new community, and made many new friends.

Family and friends to gather for a visitation, Thursday, August 27, 2026 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Nelson Funeral Home 820 Talcott, Park Ridge, IL 60068. Funeral Mass and interment to be held privately. For information, please call 847-823-5122 or visit www.nelsonfunerals.com