Russell Oren

Russell Oren, 87, passed away peacefully and surrounded by his family on March 19, 2018 in Lake Zurich. Beloved husband of 54 years of the late Violet nee Mayfield.  Born in Chicago to the late Helen nee Kalina, and Russell Oren.  Proud veteran of the United States Navy where he served aboard the USS Vulcan from 1951-1954.   Great teller of larger than life stories about growing up on the northwest side of Chicago where he met and married the love of his life.  A favorite teenage story was sneaking in to Cubs games by climbing over the left field fence.  He lived a full life and was a great husband and father who was deeply loved and will be greatly missed. Cherished father of Michael Oren of Plainfield, IL, Steven Oren of Barrington, IL, Jane Oren of Batavia, IL, and Julie (Patrick) Corey of Barrington, IL.  Proud grandfather of Eddie, Dustin, Danny, and Jayce Felber, Megan, Shannon, and Brendan Corey; and Russell Oren; and great grandchildren, Evelyn, Luke, and Lilli.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Violet, and his son Tony.

Services will be held privately.

Memorial donations may be made to: The American Heart Association or Cure Alzheimer’s Fund.