Ethel Virginia Elza nee Napier passed away June 16, 2026 at the golden age of 94 surrounded by her loving family.

Beloved wife of the late David for 50 years.

Loving mother of Diana (Bill)  Szalkowski and Gina (David) Pacheco.

Beloved daughter of the late Robert Lee and Mae nee Hicks Napier.

Fond grandmother of Dr. Jennifer “Dr. Jen” (Brian) Szalkowski, Marianne Szalkowski, Carmen (Able) Covarrubias, Crystal (Danny Zebold) Pacheco, and Ryan (Amanda) Pacheco.

Great grandmother of Samantha, Lacroix, Lesandres, Evie, Jos, Sofia, Logan, Brianna, and Aleesa.

Great great-grandmother of Elisea.

Dear sister of Paul (Shirley) Napier, Judy (Gary) Hayre, Late Robert (Late Elda) Napier, Late Alice (Late Don) Adamas, late William Napier and James (Late Marian) Napier.

Aunt to many.

Visitation  Friday, June 19, 2026 from 4:00-8:00Pm at Cappetta’s West Suburban Funeral Home  39 N. Cass Ave. Westmont, IL 60559.

Interment Monday, June 22, 2026 in Ball McQueen Cemetery East Bernstadt, Kentucky.

Funeral Info 630-852-8000 or westsuburbanfh.com