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Earl Oak Obituary
Earl David Oak, 88, of Arlington Heights, IL, died unexpectedly on Friday, December 27, 2024, at Northwest Community Hospital. Earl met his wife, Gloria, while attending Carroll College in 1954. The couple were married in 1957.
Earl is survived by his daughter, Dyanne (John) Wallner; brother, Gary Oak; daughter-in-law, April; grandchildren, Scott (Brittany) Wallner, Brett (Emily) Wallner, Paige (Chris) DeSilva, Tripp Wallner, Mason and Devyn Oak; and his six great-grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Gloria; and son, David Oak.
Earl was absolutely adored by all. He taught biology and coached at Glenbrook North High School. He also coached his church basketball youth team and alongside his son, Dave for Mason’s youth football. His love of fishing was shared down three generations. Earl, never stopped attending local high school football and basketball games. He was an active member of First Presbyterian Church for 60 years. Just three days before his unexpected death, Earl dressed as Santa Claus for his great-grandchildren.
Family will be receiving guests Saturday, January 11, 2025, from 10:00 AM until time of Funeral Service at 11:00 AM at First Presbyterian Church, 302 North Dunton, Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004, with a casual lunch to follow.
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Funeral information and condolences at www.glueckertfuneralhome.com or 847-253-0168.
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Cal Schaver
January 6, 2025
The Class of 1964 of Fulton, Illinois may have been his first class to be the sponsor. I was in charge of the float for the homecoming and I remember the disaster the float was. As we drove by Mr. Oak on the parade route, he simply sat down on the curb and held his head in embarrassment. I was fortunate that he was also a very forgiving man and a great teacher. From the Class of 64 we salute Mr. Oak and ask God to bring comfort and peace to all of his family.
Steve Moline
January 2, 2025
Not mentioned because of Earl´s extensive service to all through the years, Earl was a great baseball coach for a lot of kids back in the late 60s and early 70s. I played with David on either the "Aztecs" or Chiefs" around 1st to 5th grade. I think Mr Fink (father of Jerry) was the other coach. Was a fantastic mentor! God bless his soul!
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