Erika R. Byrne

Erika R. Byrne, 94, of Lake Barrington, was born March 5, 1925 in Chicago to Eugene and Minnie (nee Ganshirt) Schwarz. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Thursday, March 14, 2019 in Lake Barrington.

Erika was a life-long, devoted Cubs fan.

Erika is survived by her sons, Paul (Bonnie) Byrne, Tim (Lisa) Byrne, and Jeff (Jenny) Byrne; and her grandson, Brad Byrne.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Donald Byrne; her brother, Eugene Schwarz; and her parents.

Services will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be given to Give Kids the World, 210 South Bass Rd., Kissimmee, FL 34746, www.gktw.org.