Carol Ann Pelz

Carol Ann (Vollenweider) Pelz, 89, of Glenview, Illinois, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2025, at Arbor Terrace of Glenview.

Born on October 8, 1935, in Peru, Illinois, Carol was the daughter of Lydia and AlwinVollenweider. She grew up in McNabb alongside her brother, Harry Vollenweider, and remained closely connected to her hometown throughout her life.

On May 6, 1956, Carol married the love of her life, Raymond “Pete” Pelz. They shared 30 wonderful years of marriage until Pete’s passing in 1986, and together they raised their daughter, Cara Lydia Pelz, of Chicago, whom Carol cherished deeply.

Carol dedicated more than 50 years to a career in banking, serving at Farmers State Bank of McNabb and later retiring from Toluca Community Bank. She was widely respected for her professionalism, integrity, and the genuine relationships she built with colleagues and customers alike.

Carol was preceded in death by her husband, Pete Pelz; her parents, Lydia and Alwin Vollenweider; and her brother, Harry Vollenweider.

She is survived by her daughter, Cara Lydia Pelz of Chicago, along with several nieces, nephews, and extended family members who will miss her dearly.

A converted Chicago Cubs fan, Carol also enjoyed traveling, golfing, and playing tennis. She especially treasured time spent with her daughter in Chicago—creating memories filled with joy, laughter, and love. Her faith was an important part of her life, and she was a devoted member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Toluca, where she found fellowship and purpose.

Carol will be remembered for her warmth, loyalty, and unwavering devotion to her family and community.

A celebration of Carol’s life will be held on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church 200 N Hickory St, Toluca, IL 61369 with burial to follow.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Toluca Ambulance Fund https://emc-ems.org/donations/ or St. John’s Lutheran Church of Toluca http://www.stjohnstoluca.org/ in Carol’s memory.

Arrangements entrusted to Chicagoland Cremation Options of Schiller Park, IL