Mary Jane M. Ridgeway (née Ryan), age 93, of Libertyville, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on January 24, 2025.
Born and raised in Chicago to Benjamin and Mary Ryan, Mary Jane always considered herself a city girl. She graduated with honors from Immaculata Catholic Girls High School in Chicago and was proud of working as an Executive Secretary before finding her true calling of becoming a mother to nine children. As a part of the "Greatest Generation," she overcame scarlet fever, witnessed her brothers bravely serve in World War II and was impacted by the great depression. Through it all Mary Jane built a spirit of positivity and joy for her outlook to life.
Her friends and family know that she never had an unkind word to say and never complained during the many health challenges she faced. She had a remarkable ability to offer comfort and support, always knowing just what to say to bring peace to those around her. While she had a fondness for sweets, he

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