Alexander M. Ewell

Alexander Mark Ewell, 28, of River Forest, died peacefully on April 15, 2026 after a year-long battle with cancer. He was born in Chicago on July 18, 1997 to Michael and Heidi (Saether) Ewell.

Raised in River Forest, he graduated in 2015 from Oak Park River Forest High School where he excelled in playing for OPRF’s Baseball program. In his senior year, he’d help lead his team to placing third in state. He also ran competitive track and cross country for the high school.

After pursuing his passion to live in New York City, where he attended Pace University, he returned to Chicago. Professionally, he would go on to work as a Sales Coordinator for Seaway Supply Co, where he would work his way up the company ladder, eventually fulfilling responsibilities as a Director of Operations and Business Development.

He enjoyed playing and watching sports all his life. An avid golfer, Alex enjoyed cars and also collected rare and sought after sneakers in his spare time. A fan of the Chicago Bulls and the MLB, Alex and his family enjoyed their time together cheering on the Bears’ 2025 season and 2026 playoff run.

He is survived by parents Michael and Heidi (Saether) Ewell, siblings Zachary Ewell, Grace (Thomas) Buckley, and his cat Cheetah. Special thanks to his group of friends who supported him throughout his illness.

A celebration of life for Alexander Ewell will be held on Sunday, April 26 from 3 PM to 6 PM at Cibula Event Space 7503 Madison St, Forest Park, Il. Please wear your best sneakers to honor Alex. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University. Cards and memorials from Wisconsin friends can be sent to Saether Funeral Service, PO Box 93, Blanchardville, WI 53516, to be forwarded to the family. 

Zimmerman-Harnett Funeral Home of Forest Park, IL is assisting the family. www.zimmermanharnett.com/obituary/Alexander-Ewell