McGrath: Fifty years later, the memory of Mrs. Mitterman lives on as an unforgettable 'mom' figure

Strange that this week before Mother's Day I thought of Peggy Mitterman.

She was Mick and Franny's mother, not mine. She lived across the street from us and was married to Emil, who made his living as a carpenter but also played the cello for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

Peg worked as a registered...