Vukovic, Maja nee Cus, 95 of Croatia, Professional violinist, passed away Wednesday. Loving wife to the late Boris Vukovic; preceded in death by parents Yelena and Petar; preceded in death by siblings Ana and Franja; she is survived by grandniece Lidija from Belgrade & Croatia; survived by many nieces & nephews in Europe; loving cousin to Judy (Tom) Fus and her family; cousin to John (Mary Jeanne) Chovan; preceded in death by many relatives & friends. Professional violinist at the Lyric Opera House for 41 years; at Grant Park for 36 years; at Orlando Symphony Orchestra for 30 years. She was a devoted violin instructor to many prominent students; and had many chamber music performances.
Visitation is Sunday from 4 pm to 8 pm at Drake & Son Funeral Home, 5303 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60625. Funeral is Monday, 10 am chapel service to Rosehill Cemetery for the entombment. Info 773-561-6874 or visit www.drakeandsonfuneralhome.com