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Karl H. Langer
1931 - 2018
Karl H. Langer
1931 - 2018
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Karl Langer Obituary
Born: June 24, 1931; in Germany
Died: June 8, 2018; in Chicago, IL
Karl H. Langer, 86, of Sun City, Huntley, passed away on Friday morning, June 8, 2018 at the University of Illinois Hospital in Chicago following a lengthy illness.
He was born Tyssa, Germany, the son of Karl and Anna Marie (Schoenbach) Langer. He immigrated to the United States in 1949 and was employed as an iron worker. In 1951, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. Following his discharge he started in the Tool & Die business as a die maker. Karl was united in marriage to Helen L. McPherson on June 29, 1957 in Villa Park. The couple made their home in Elmhurst, Roselle and later Rolling Meadows where they raised their family. Karl retired in 2002 and they moved to Sun City, Huntley. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, traveling and was a member of the German Club.
He is survived by his wife, Helen of Huntley; his children, Karl "Randy" (Janice) Langer of Lake In The Hills, Kathy Allardyce of Dallas, Texas, Linda (Andy) Laurel of Louisville, Kentucky and Patti (Chris) Denton of Huntley; his grandchildren, Lindsey, Alex, Danielle, Kyle, Michael, Christie, Ashley, Maddie, Charlotte, Samantha, Caleigh, Piper and C.J.; and his great-grandchildren, Cody, Stevie, Lennon, Emmarose and Willow.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the 10:00 a.m. Funeral Mass on Wednesday, June 13th at St. Mary Catholic Church, 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. Burial will be in St. Michael the Archangel Cemetery, Palatine.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
For more information please call 847-515-8772 or online condolences can be directed to www.defiorejorgensen.com
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John Madormo
June 17, 2018
We met Karl at the wedding of his grandson, Mike, and our daughter, Christine. We learned a great deal more about him at his funeral Mass. The priest who delivered the homily did a wonderful job of highlighting many features of Karl's life. He seemed like a man who was proud of the work he performed each day, and very proud of his family.
Carole Bock
June 10, 2018
He was a great friend of mine and my husband Eric (who passed away 6 years ago) for 62 years best man in our wedding, God father for our first born Cheryl went on vacations together and have enjoyed each other's company all these years and have wonderful memories. Karl will be missed by all and I will continue being Helen's best friend (like a sister)
Karla Christianson
June 9, 2018
Dearest Helen,
I send you my deepest condolences at the passing of Karl. You are my Moms dearest lifelong friend and she will forever have beautiful memories of time spent with you both. You and Karl have always been so kind and thoughtful to my family; with much love and sympathy, I keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Fondly, Karla Christianson (Brokhof)
Karla Christianson (Brokhof)
June 9, 2018
Dear Langer family
Please accept our deepest condolences for the loss of your father. He was a dear friend for years and years to our Mom and Mr. Ted. The Brokhof family have wonderful memories of the Langers and are grateful to have been able to know your father all these years. Your father was a great man; treasure your memories and forever hold them in your hearts. Fondly and lovingly, Lisa, Denise, Karla, Chet and Robin Brokhof (Roselle, IL)
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Nan DErcoli
June 9, 2018
Dear Helen, I am so sorry to hear of Karls passing. My deepest condolences to you and your family. God Bless you.
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