Ann M. Kowalski-Mikusch   (née Pomper)

On January 12, 2026, Ann peacefully passed at Mother Theresa Home (Franciscan Village) in Lemont, IL.  She entered life on August 14, 1932, in Chicago, Illinois, as the daughter of Ann and Frank Pomper.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters Theresa and Lucille, and her late husband's Casey Kowalski (1927–1995) and Ed Mikusch (1921–2013).

Ann was a cherished mother to Michael (Marcia), Bonnie (Bob), and Steve (Mary), a proud grandmother of ten, Christopher, Katie, Brian (Melanie), Stephen, Joseph (Megan), John (Jill), Julie, Kristin (Andy), Adam (Aisha), Alex (Bianca), and a great-grandmother to seven, Alana, Collin, Julia, Josie, Eliot, Carly, and Clara.

A radiant presence for everyone she encountered, Ann devoted herself to her family and found joy in their day-to-day lives. Her commitment extended into community service, particularly as a Den Mother for Pack 3406 at St. Turibius Parish in Chicago. Ann's enthusiasm for sports connected her to countless activities with her children and grandchildren.

Professionally, Ann dedicated more than twenty-five years to Talman Federal Savings and Loan, where she served as an employee, manager, and vice president.

In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to Misericordia Home ( DONATE )

Visitation and Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 500 S Jefferson Street, Lockport, IL on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 9:00AM with Mass immediately following at 10:00AM.  Interment St. Mary Catholic Cemetery, 87th & Hamlin, Evergreen Park, IL.  Arrangements by O'NEIL FUNERAL HOME 1105 E. 9th St., Lockport.  For Info: (815) 838-5010 or www.oneilfuneralhome.com