Celebration of Life & Memorial Service – March 9th, 2025 Location: Kolssak Funeral Home, 189 S. Milwaukee Ave. (2 Blocks South of Dundee Road) Wheeling, IL. 12pm to 2pm – Celebration of Life. A celebration of Lucy's life will be held on March 9th, 2025 at Kolssak Funeral Home. Friends and family are invited to come together to honor her memory, share stories, and celebrate the remarkable life she lived. Letters to Lucy: To give more time for guests to share their memories and the impact Lucy had in their lives, the family asks guests to bring a handwritten or typed Letter to Lucy (in any language.) These letters will be read privately by Clara, to Lucy, at her final resting place. 2pm – 2:30pm - Memorial Service with Rabbi. (In lieu of eulogies, guests are asked to write a Letter to Lucy.) 2:30pm – 3:00pm – Farewell and Departure. During the farewell, guests will be able to place a Stone of Remembrance (Stones will be provided.) This is an ancient Jewish tradition and an act of remembrance or respect practiced by visitors. The stones represent a symbolic gesture to honor Lucy and will be taken and placed upon her final resting place during a private burial in the spring. If unable to attend, please send "Letter to Lucy" to 1780 Camden Drive, Glenview, IL. 60025 To send a condolence, or share pictures via this link https://funerals.pro/obituaries/lucy-b-gutkin or for further assistance please call Kolssak Funeral Home at 847-537-6600. Condolences can also be sent to the address above, in C/O Clara Gutkin. Lucy, beloved mother, wife, sister, and friend, passed away on February 11th at the age of 73 after a courageous two-year battle with stage four endometrial cancer. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness and unforgettable memories. Lucy is survived by her loving daughter Clara and husband Alexander. She is also mourned by a heartbroken and supportive extended family and countless friends. Born in Siberia, Lucy grew up in Kiev, Ukraine. She was the youngest of seven children and cherished daughter of Boris and Raisa Soroka. She demonstrated boundless devotion to her family. Her passion for children and animals began early in life, caring for her nieces and nephews and rescuing numerous animals. As a young adult, she worked as a makeup artist and wig maker at the renowned Dovzhenko Film Studios in Kiev, Ukraine. After immigrating to the United States in 1981 with her husband, she pursued her American dream and, in 1990, proudly opened Nail Time in Glenview. For over three hardworking decades, she built a successful business, touched countless lives through her work, and formed enduring friendships. A big personality in a small package, Lucy was known for her vibrant and strong spirit. Courageous, compassionate, kind, and inspirational—a fiery soul who showed us what can be accomplished with dedication and perseverance. Her greatest joy was being Clara's mother, a role she embraced with love. Lucy will be deeply missed. We will remember her wise words, the moments shared, and the love she imparted. Her spirit will continue to guide and inspire those who crossed her path, and her memory will remain in the lives of many. Rest in peace Mama Lucy.