Mary Ellen Guest, Former Chicago Bungalow Association Executive Director, Dies at 71
Mary Ellen Guest, the former executive director of the Chicago Bungalow Association who revitalized the organization to focus on residents and make preservation accessible, has died in Chicago at the age of 71.
Chicago, IL, October 10, 2026 — Mary Ellen Guest, a former executive director of the Chicago Bungalow Association, has died in Chicago. She was 71 years old.
Guest was recognized for her leadership in revitalizing the Chicago Bungalow Association. During her tenure, the organization shifted its focus to better serve residents and aimed to make historic preservation more accessible to the public.
Further details regarding the circumstances of her death or specific achievements beyond the general revitalization efforts were not immediately available. The exact timeline of her leadership at the association was also not provided in the available information.
The Chicago Bungalow Association is an organization dedicated to the preservation and appreciation of the city’s historic bungalow homes. These homes represent a significant portion of Chicago’s housing stock and architectural heritage.
The specific initiatives or programs Guest spearheaded to make preservation accessible were not detailed. The summary also did not specify the duration of her role as executive director or the dates of her service to the organization.
Information concerning survivors or memorial services was not included in the provided summary.
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