'Absolutely Loves' Job And Team: Oak Park Hero

OAK PARK, IL — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we're working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Brenda Marasa, sister of Oak Park Lora Byrne.

Name: Lora Byrne

State: IL

Hometown: Oak Park

Hero's job: Health Care

Reason for recognition: Lora is the director of patient care for the pediatric intensive care
unit at Lurie Children’s Hospital. Her responsibilities do not just include her patients but her
team as well. She is working long days to support her team both personally and professionally.

One thing to know: She absolutely loves her job. She loves her team equally as much.

Thank you for all you do, Lora!

Do YOU have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here. Read about other heroes from across Illinois here.

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