Anne Barbara Troy

Anne Barbara Troy passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 after a serious illness. She was born on March 8, 1960, to Richard J. and Barbara (nee Bieszczat) Troy. Anne graduated from Immaculata High School, then received a Bachelor’s Degree from Harvard University and a MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business. After completing her degrees, Anne worked as a Marketing Research manager and as an independent consultant with various firms.

She was active in Harvard and Radcliffe alumni clubs in Chicago, serving as Club Secretary for many years as well as a Radcliffe College Alumni Association (RCAA) Regional Representative. It was when she was volunteering at a Harvard Club event that she met her future husband, Shu Yan Chan, a Harvard Club Board of Directors member. Anne and Shu married on May 25, 1991 and settled in the Rogers Park neighborhood. On New Year’s Day 1997, they welcomed their daughter Kay Kay (Katherine).

Anne was very involved with the St. Jerome Parish, being a longtime member of the choir; coordinating the St. Joseph Day feast for many years; as well as organizing and cooking the weekly community free lunch. Other volunteering included participating on the CAPS (Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy) program for the 24th District.

An exceptionally accomplished cook and baker, Anne had many signature dishes that were requested by family and friends alike. Her chef father-in-law always loved when Anne would host a holiday dinner. She also enjoyed her home garden and sitting on the front porch of her home, talking to neighbors passing by.

Preceded in death by her parents, Anne is survived by her beloved husband Shu Yan Chan; daughter Kay Kay Chan; 5 brothers and sisters (Rich, John, Matt, Betsy, Maria) as well as many nephews, nieces, other family members and friends.

Visitation will be held on Friday, June 20th, 2025 from 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM, with the Funeral Mass to begin at 10:00 AM both at St. Jerome Parish, 1709 W. Lunt Avenue, Chicago, IL 60626. Parking is available in the lot on Morse Avenue immediately southeast of Paulina Avenue and adjacent to New Field Elementary School. A burial will follow the Mass at Rosehill Cemetery, Chicago, IL 60660.