Roger T. Dreher

Roger T. Dreher, of Crystal Lake, unexpectedly passed away on May 9, 2021, at the age of 81. He was born March 20, 1940 in Denver, CO, to Karl and Dorothy Dreher.

Roger joined United Airlines in 1965 and, after 31 years of service, retired as a Captain in 1996.  While with United, he served as a member of Family Awareness (1987 to 1996).  Roger also was a very active member of the Crystal Lake community, serving as City Councilman (1983 to 1991) and as City Clerk (2001 to 2009). Roger also dedicated 15 years of service with the Crystal Lake Fire Department and retired as a Fire Chief Engineer in 1982. Until his passing, he also was an active member of the Northern Illinois Fire Museum.

Roger is survived by his sons, Charlie and Andrew Dreher; and his brother, Dan Dreher. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Sue Ann Dreher in 2020; and by his parents.

A celebration of life will be held for both Sue and Roger on Saturday, June 26, 2021, at 10 AM at First Congregational Church, 461 Pierson St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014.