The devastating news of her passing shocked the neighbourhood, and the specifics of Maureen Wener’s obituary revealed the cruel circumstances of her passing.
In a tragic hit-and-run event in Chicago’s Highland Park, Maureen Wener met an untimely end.
On June 2, Maureen unexpectedly passed away despite being sent to Condell Medical Centre in Libertyville right afterwards.
The Highland Park police arrived at the intersection of Deerfield Road and Piccadilly Road shortly after receiving a distress call.
They found Maureen at the hospital, suffering from serious injuries after being struck by a car that heartlessly fled the scene.
On Twitter, Mayor Nancy Rotering addressed the issue and expressed her deep concern.
Deerfield Road between Carriage Way and Lilac are closed as police investigate a fatal hit and run that occurred at approximately 12:37 PM. HP Police & Fire responded to the intersection of Deerfield Road and Piccadilly Road for a report of a bicyclist struck by a vehicle. pic.twitter.com/qMV9JMos4z
— Nancy Rotering 🟧 (@NancyRotering) June 2, 2023
The hit-and-run victim was really Maureen Wener, 49, according to the Lake County Coroner’s Office. Tragically, blunt force injuries were found to be the cause of her death.
Maureen was characterised as a fantastic and intelligent woman with a beautiful grin that lighted up the room by Karla Mugher, a friend. A lovely friend and sister, Maureen will be sorely missed.
“I hope they track down the perpetrator. It’s difficult to accept that she’s gone. It truly is, according to Deerfield Public Library child services librarian Noreen Trotsky. “Maureen was considerate. She had a really kind disposition. She was always friendly and curious to know how things were doing. She will be sorely missed.
Sari Montgomery, the president of the D109 School Board, sent her sympathies and praised Maureen for her major accomplishments.
She appreciated Maureen’s long-lasting influence on the neighbourhood and the board and characterised her as an ardent supporter of children.
Although an arrest has not yet been made, authorities are still aggressively looking into the hit-and-run event.
Due to her extensive commitment in the community, Maureen Wener was elected to the Deerfield Public Schools District 109 Board of Education in 2021.
She was complimented by state representative Bob Morgan for being a genuine public servant who was committed to enhancing the neighbourhood via education.
He emphasised her participation with the Deerfield Public Library and the Deerfield Public Schools District 109.
While working as the Board of Education’s secretary, Maureen participated in committees like the Finance Committee and the Facility Development Committee.
She was dedicated to giving Deerfield’s youngsters a top-notch education.
Maureen loved her coffee at five o’clock in the afternoon and had a sweet appetite, especially for chocolate. As Keegan so beautifully put it, Maureen was a passionate biker who “loved the shit out of her son and family.”
Former Deerfield Library Board trustee Maureen Wener also held that position.
On June 6, 2023, at 12 PM, a funeral service will be held at Congregation B’nai Jehoshua Beth Elohim, followed by burial at Shalom Memorial Park.
The family recommends memorial contributions in Maureen’s honour be sent to the West Deerfield Town Food Pantry or the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation.
As her loved ones and the neighbourhood remember her, she leaves behind her son and her husband, Paul.