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Charles McKenzie Obituary
Charles K. McKenzie, age 79, passed away December 31, 2021. Beloved husband of Arlene M. McKenzie (nee Tagler) for 57 years. Loving father of Kathleen (Mike) McNamara. Dear brother of Robert D. McKenzie and Bonnie A. McKenzie. Dearest son of the late Walter S. and Anna L. McKenzie. "Dad" to David (Kathryn) Tagler and Michael (Sarah) Langland. Papa to Leah Jean and Michael Charles Langland and Uncle "Chuck" to many. Brother-in-law to Linda Langland and brother, not by blood but by choice, to Joyce (Bernie) Krause. Charles was President of the McKenzie Funeral Home, retired Captain of the Oak Forest Volunteer Fire Department, former Secretary of the St. Damian Men's Club, and a lifelong resident of Oak Forest. Funeral Saturday, January 8, 2022 at 10:15 a.m. from the McKenzie Funeral Home, 15618 S. Cicero Avenue, Oak Forest to St. Christopher Church, Mass 11:00 a.m. Interment Good Shepherd Cemetery. Visitation is Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions in Charles's name may be made to the Oak Forest Fire Department or Northwestern COPD Research (contact MaryPat Mauro at 312-503-1090). Due to the Current Health Crisis, Face Masks are required and No Food is allowed at this time. For information: 708-687-2990.
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Anita Lang
February 23, 2022
I was saddened to learn that Mr. McKenzie passed away. He handled my parents's wake and funeral back in 1984 and 1992. I will never forget at my Dad's wake when Mr.McKenzie opened up the coffee room, my co worker yelled Bar's open!!. Mr. McKenzie just laughed and said it is good to laugh. Then at my Mom's service, we both thought because it was a weekday and it was snowing, we wouldn't have a lot people show up, We thought 25 to 30. We were shocked to find that 65 showed up. He looked at me and said I better call the Lilac Inn and tell them we have more. Your Mom was really well liked. May the angels lead Mr. McKenzie into paradise and may the martyrs of saint be there to welcome him into heaven. Hugs thoughts and prayers to his family, friends and all who had the pleasure of meeting him
Ken and Linda (Laycoax)esSpuehler
January 9, 2022
We were very sorry to hear of Chuck´s passing. He was always pleasant to see and catch up with. We send our condolences to his wife, daughter and loved ones.
Cheryl Maravilla
January 7, 2022
My deepest sympathy on the passing of Chuck. I so enjoyed conversation with him when he and Arlene came for their haircuts. Rest in the arms of our Lord Jesus, you will be missed.
Joseph McPhee
January 6, 2022
My late father Joseph L. was friends with Walter. I remember meeting this family 67 yrs. ago. My condolences to the entire McKinzie family on the loss of Charles. Great man!
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Tommy Cameron
January 5, 2022
I remember Chuck Well. He was a very fun and Loving man with a fantastic sense of humor.
Gloria Horn
January 5, 2022
In loving memory of a long ago friend who has done so much for the Krause/Stavron family. Fly high with the Angels Chuck. You will be missed by so many. God be with your family.
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