Jessica Anna Beals , age 79 of Chicago il, passed away on Thursday, July 25,2019. She was born to the late Jeffrey Collins and Bethany Julia Collins on December 23 1940.

Jessica attended Senn Public Charter School, before attending the University of Baltimore, where she became a member of the Alpha Gamma Sorority. She was an active member in both her school and community when she served on the Board of Health in Baltimore for 20 years and served on the fundraising committee for the Cancer Society for almost 10 years.

Despite her hectic schedule, family and friends were Jessica's passion and delight. She grew up spending summers and holiday vacations with her brother, Matthew, and her two younger cousins, Gwen and Stacey. She enjoyed hosting garden parties at her house before she married the love of her life, Daniel Beals, in 1963. The couple moved to another house in Baltimore where they continued to live their lives together while raising their two children, Allison and James. Later on in life Jessica decided to be much closer to her immediate family and friends in her hometown in Chicago Il. Where she bought a home in the early 2000s.

Jessica is survived by her husband, two children, and four grandchildren Amy Smith ,Amanda Smith Jason Beals and Marvin Smith ; Several Nieces and Nephews  and a number of other loving relatives and close friends.

Jessica requested for an intimate burial and funeral not far from her home. The family wishes to thank all of those who cared for her during her last days. For those who have known Jessica in her fruitful journey with us, her graveside service will be held at Oakwood Cemetery Flower and memorial donations may be sent to the Leak & Sons Funeral Home.