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In Loving Memory of

Ardis Eve Horwich

August 8th, 2025

Obituary

Ardis Eve Horwich, age 58, adoring mother of Ruth and Laura Gacek; devoted daughter of Lynne and Martin Horwich; loving sister of Julius Horwich; loving niece of Barbara and Jack Greenstein, Jim and the late Joan Figatner, Sandra and the late Bill Figatner, and the late Richard Horwich. Ardis was born and raised in Oak Park, Illinois and attended Oak Park River Forest High School. She was a registered nurse with a Bachelor of Science Nursing degree for over 30 years. Ardis was an avid pet lover, owning several pets over the years, most recently being a bird named Olive and a dog named Scotty. She read extensively, particularly about the history of the British monarchy, taking a specific interest in Queen Elizabeth I. Ardis enjoyed watching

numerous TV shows and movies, with some of her favorites being The Simpsons, King of Queens, The Honeymooners, and the movie Wicked. One of her most notable traits was her ability to always recite quotes and scenes from TV shows and movies. Service Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. CT at The Chapel, 195 N. Buffalo Grove Rd., Buffalo Grove (1 block N. of Lake Cook Rd.). Ardis’ service will be livestreamed on her website at www.goldmanfuneralgroup.com. Interment Willow Lawn Memorial Park (Nature Trail Section).  In lieu of flowers, contributions would be appreciated to the American Diabetes Association. www.diabetes.org or the National Kidney Foundation, www.kidney.org. Info: The Goldman Funeral Group (847) 478-1600.



Arrangements by Goldman Funeral Group. www.goldmanfuneralgroup.com

Memorial Events

Service

Date & Time Wednesday 08/13/2025 at 10:00 AM

Address Buffalo Grove Chapel - Under the Direction of The Goldman Funeral Group

195 N. Buffalo Grove Road
BUFFALO GROVE, IL 60089

Phone (847) 478-1600

OfficiatorRabbi Max Weiss

Interment

Address Willow Lawn Cemetery
24090 U.S. 45
VERNON HILLS, IL 60061

Reception

Address Barbara and Jack Greenstein Residence
3450 Rockwell Circle
MUNDELEIN, IL 60060

Additional Information
Wednesday from the cemetery
(approximately 12:30 p.m.)

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