Dorita Mary Malecki

Obituary from Sullivan Funeral Home:

CLARENDON HILLS, IL – Dorita Mary Malecki, nee Bolger, passed away August 31, 2025. Beloved wife of Martin H. Malecki, Jr.; loving mother of Martin H. (Allison) Malecki III, Maribeth (David Walker) Malecki, and Rita-Marie (Kevin) McGrath; cherished grandmother of Martin H. (Julie) Malecki IV, Eileen Malecki and Courtney Malecki, Graham Walker, Jackson Walker, and Shannon Walker, Kendra (Michael) Smith, Erin McGrath, and Kevin McGrath; dear great-grandmother of Martin H. Malecki V, Arabella Malecki, Haven Smith, Calia Smith and Holden Smith; dearest sister of Jay (Jeannie) Bolger and the late Lila (the late Thomas) Hayden.

Dorita was a graduate of Downers Grove North High School, graduated from DePaul University class of 1958, where she met her husband Martin and married a year later in 1959. Dorita began a long career in 1962 as a teacher at Prospect Elementary School. In 1962 the Maleckis settled in Clarendon Hills and became part of the community for over 50 years. She became one of Prospect School’s favorite teachers, a strong supporter of the Clarendon Hills Library, a proud parishioner of Notre Dame Parish, and a long-time board member of Village Associates an Art Institute Organization.

She will be remembered for her warm laughter, iconic sense of style, and, most of all, the deep love she had for her family. She and Marty shared more than 66 years together as partners and best friends, cherishing trips to Door County and spending time with their many friends.

A devoted mother and grandmother, she never missed a sports event, recital, or special moment in the lives of her three children and nine grandchildren. Her pride in them was boundless.

She found immense joy in being a grandmother, creating lasting memories through Clarendon Hills Pool days, trips to Quinn’s and later Brewed Awakening, scoops of Caramel, Caramel, Caramel ice cream at the Daily Scoop, and their treasured Sunday brunches at Citrus Diner. To her grandchildren, she wasn’t just a grandmother—she was one of their first playmates, their biggest fan, and a beloved friend.

Visitation Friday, September 5th, 10:00 AM until time of Funeral Mass 11:00 AM at Notre Dame Catholic Church, 64 Norfolk Avenue, Clarendon Hills, IL. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Hinsdale Hospital Foundation, are appreciated.

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