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Barbara A. Deer

Case from Chicago, IL dated Apr 14, 2026

Victim Details

Barbara A. Deer

Female

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2026-04-14

54

Barbara

A. Deer

07/11/2026

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On April 14, 2026, Barbara A. Deer, a 54-year-old woman, was found deceased in her Chicago, Illinois home in a tragic event that also involved her son. The incident unfolded in the North Lawndale neighborhood, a community where the Deer family was well-regarded for their long-standing commitment to public service.

Authorities were alerted to the situation when a family member received a fall notification from Barbara Deer's Apple Watch. A concerned friend who went to check on the home fou ...
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  • https://wgntv.com/news/chicagocrime/woman-man-found-shot-to-death-in-west-side-home-cpd/
  • Chicago Tribune: Garfield Park neighbors and elected officials mourn wife and son of former Cook County commissioner
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    I was so saddened to hear about the tragedy involving Barbara and Kaleb Deer. Beyond the immediate h... ...Read More
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