Elmwood Funeral Chapel & Crematory

Visitation Information

Judy A. Kozlowski

Passed away on April 13, 2025


Judith A. Kozlowski, age 83, of South Chicago passed away peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Sunday, April 13, 2025. Know as Judy to family and friends, she was the only daughter of Sigmund and Irene (Brombosz) born on November 19, 1941. 

Judy was married on September 26, 1964 to the love of her life, Casimer “Moe” Kozlowski. Judy and Moe enjoyed 58 years of marriage together and had three children: Kathryn (Roy) Hellesto of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Kenneth (Megan) Kozlowski of Jacksonville, Florida and Kristen (John) Lyons of Forest Park, Illinois.  Judy was the loving grandmother to Michael (Ashley) Husar, Jaclyn (Kaila) Husar, Will Lyons and Emily Lyons. Cherished great-grandmother to Viola and Casimer (Lil’ Caz) Husar.

Dearest sister to her five brothers, late Len (late Virginia) Kukulski, late Ralph (late Rita) Kukulski, late Don (Jane) Kukulski, Jim (Mary) Kukulski and late Jerry (Barbara) Kukulski. Beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews. Constant companion to her dog Kandy.

Judy was always volunteering for organizations, Sacred Heart Girl Scouts, Mt. Carmel Mother’s Club President (1988-1989) and Seton Academy Booster Club President (1995-1997). She was the recipient of the Flos Carmeli “Flower of Carmel” in 2000 and received an honorary diploma from Mt. Carmel High School. Treasured by her fellow MC alumni moms, Judy was the President of the Mt. Carmel Alumni Mother’s Club until the time of her death. 

Welcoming and opening her home and heart to others, Judy was known for always remembering birthdays with a card and her ability to host fabulous gatherings. An excellent baker, Judy would decorated cakes for her family and friends events or bring her famous carrot cake.

Judy always said her greatest accomplishment was her wonderful marriage to Moe and beautiful family.

Visitation Thursday, April 24, 2025 3-8p.m. Funeral Service Friday, April 25, 2025 at 9:15 a.m. from the Elmwood Chapel, 11200 S. Ewing Avenue, Chicago to Sacred Heart Church. Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery.  773-731-2749. www.elmwoodchapel.com

Funeral

Prayers at Elmwood Chapel
Friday, April 25, 2025 - 9:15 am

Funeral Mass:
Sacred Heart Church
2864 East 96th Street
Chicago, Illinois 60617
Friday, April 25, 2025 - 10:00 am

Interment:
Holy Cross Cemetery
801 Michigan City Road
Calumet City, Illinois 60409

Visitation Location

East Side
11200 S. Ewing Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 731-2749

Map


Visitation Information

Thursday, April 24, 2025 - 3:00 pm until 8:00 pm

Condolences
"No words can describe my precious friend Judy! A model for us all! Her kind heart unmistakably perfect. How she gave of herself! Cannot be measured. She will be missed by so many! Love, Barbara"
- Barbara Iwinski Marciniak
April 17, 2025 4:14 pm

"The most generous person she gave from her heart. We raised our children together. So giving a soul there is no other.Love was Judy. She is with the Best, May Judy rest in peace. Go with God."
- Barbara Iwinski Marciniak
April 17, 2025 6:45 pm

"Kathy,Ken,Kristen,and families,as I previously expressed to Kathy,there are no words to truly convey how sorry I am for your loss.As our Girl Scout leader,Mrs. Judy tried her best to convince me to go camping. Not happening. It's the fond memories that bring some comfort. Blessings for peace and comfort for the Kukulski and Kozlowski families. Mrs. Judy,rest in peace. Kim and Linas Bartuska "
- Kimberly Bakovich Bartuska
April 17, 2025 8:33 pm

"I’m saddened to hear that Auntie Judy is gone! I will miss her and talking about both sets of grandparents! My deepest sympathies for the family!"
- Alexis Kasznia
April 17, 2025 8:34 pm

"We are saddened to hear that Auntie Judy has passed. We will miss her terribly and will miss her smile and perfect penmanship. May she rest in peace and join her beloved husband, our dear Uncle Moe. Jim and Lois Kasznia "
- Lois Kasznia
April 17, 2025 8:39 pm

Candles Lit
"Love you,Mom! Xo"
- Kathy
April 17, 2025 10:01 pm