Beth Staas, age 94, of Oakbrook, Illinois passed away on April 26th, 2024. She was born on February 6th, 1930, in Chicago to August and Mary Zahn.
Beth earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology and master’s degree in English literature. She authored and published four books and was an award-winning poet. She was a proud member of the American Humanist Association and of various poets’ associations.
Beth is survived by, her children Kris, Karen, August, Jim, David, and her sister Gertrude. As well as, 11 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. She is predeceased by her late husband, Jim Staas.
The Celebration of Life for Beth Staas is to be held on May 5th, 2024, at 1:00 pm at Unity Temple Unitarian-Universalist Congregation, 875 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301.