Martha L. Kaczala (nee Hencinski) 102 years young of Lynwood, IL quietly left us behind. Her husband Norbert passed away a number of years ago. She was a loving mother to 3, Jacquelyn (stepdaughter, deceased), Allan, and Michael (deceased). She had 3 cherished grandchildren, Beth Ann, Michael, and Caren living in the north Atlanta area and 4 great grandchildren also living in the north Atlanta area. She is mourned by her loving brother Leon, and a number of loving nieces and nephews and many loving cousins. She is preceded in death by her parents, Gus and Helen Hencinski.

Martha enjoyed visiting relatives, traveling, bowling, shopping, and playing cards.. She had to give up these activities due to health issues.

A memorial celebration of Martha's life will be held at All Souls Church (St. Ann Catholic Church) 3010 Ridge Road, Lansing, Illinois on Thursday, April 25, 2024.Friends may visit with the family from 9:00 to 10:00 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial immediately following, with Father Mark Kalema officiating. Martha will be laid to rest at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Calumet City, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to brightfocus.com to support research in Macular Degeneration, a serious eye disease. Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements and care of Mrs. Kaczala.