Susan A. Hayes

Susan A. Hayes, 74, a resident of Round Lake Beach, IL, passed away July 17, 2025, at University of Chicago Advent LaGrange Hospital in LaGrange, IL.  Susan was born in Chicago, IL to Sophie and Edward Kiszka and earned a bachelor's degree in French Literature from Loyola University in 1973.

Susan volunteered for the Round Lake Beach Elementary District and was a known Francophile.  She enjoyed listening to opera, gardening, taking her dogs for a walk, and traveling. In addition, Susan was a devoted friend and mentor to many neighborhood children who thought of her as a second mother.

Susan is survived by her husband of 50 years, Kermit Hayes, her 1 nephew, her 3 nieces, her many great-nieces, and great-nephews.  She was preceded in death by her sister, her brother and her parents.  A private service will be held at a later date.   In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the City of Hope Cancer Center in Zion or the American Cancer Society.  All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  For more information log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122.