BARRINGTON, Ill. — Peg Martinek, 86, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, in Barrington, Ill.

She was born and raised in Clinton with her five brothers and sisters and many beloved pets.  Her mother, Marguerite, and father Maurice (Ray) Banks instilled in her a deep love of the Catholic faith. 

Peg saw the beauty of God in all of creation.  She opened her heart to anyone in need and always chose forgiveness over judgement.  Her family and friends meant everything to her.

She was preceded in death by her parents Maurice (Ray) and Marguerite Banks; her sisters Rita Rolando (Carl), Alice Randall (Stan), and Mary Anne Banks; brothers Maurice Banks (Sue), and Tom Banks (Maxine); her infant son Raymond Martinek; her ex-husband and friend, Clarence Martinek; and many cherished cousins, nieces, nephews, friends, and pets, her furry, feathery, and scaley extended family.

Peg sincerely requested that masses be offered for her.

Although she donated to and supported an amazing number of wonderful organizations, the following are some of her favorites.  In honor of Peg’s giving spirit, please donate in lieu of flowers.

OXFAM www.oxfamamerica.org

St. Joseph’s Indian School www.stjo.org

Catholic Charities USA www.catholiccharitiesusa.org

World Wildlife Fund www.worldwildlife.org

The Humane Society of the United States www.humanesociety.org

Please see Peg’s memorial site at www.mykeeper.com/profile/PegMartinek/ for additional information.