Kathryn Mary Cogan

Kathryn Cogan ObituaryObituary published on Legacy.com by Simkins Funeral Home on Mar. 16, 2026.Kathryn Mary Cogan 49 years old. Beloved daughter of Maureen Smith Cogan and the late Kevin J. Cogan, loving brothers Kevin (Corrie), Peter, and nieces Emma, Abby and Lily. Katie died in Hospice Care at Evanston Hospital after several years of profound suffering. Katie attended Marillac High School and Loyola University. After receiving her Master's Degree in special education, Katie spent twelve years teaching at Walter Payton College Prep.and Prosser Career Academy. She was a diehard Cubs fan and enjoyed her years of waitressing at Hackneys of Glenview. The Cogan family is deeply appreciative of the beautiful care Katie received from Hospice as well as the compassionate care she received from Citadel of Glenview. May she rest in God's peace. Memorial visitation at Our Lady Of Perpetual Help Church 1775 Grove St. Glenview, IL 60025 on Friday, April 10th from 9:15 a.m. until the time of the memorial mass at 10:00 a.m.Family requests no flowers. Donations may be made to Sister Paulanne's Needy Family Fund c/o Our Lady Of Perpetual Help Church 1775 Grove St. Glenview, IL 60025. For Information, Simkins Funeral Home (847) 965-2500To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Kathryn Mary Cogan, please visit our floral store.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.