Nicholas Bryan O'Kray

Nicholas Bryan O'Kray obituary, Villa Park, IL

Nicholas Bryan O'Kray

Nicholas O'Kray Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 18, 2025.
Nicholas Bryan O'Kray, a resident of Villa Park, passed away at the age of 64.

Beloved son of the late Allie and Barbara O'Kray, Nicholas was father to Courtney O'Kray (Ronnie Chavez), McKenna O'Kray (Dan Launhardt), and the late Dylan O'Kray. He is also survived by his grandchildren, McClane and Riggs Launhardt.

He was the brother of Vincent O'Kray and Erin (Brian) Bennett, and the late Phillip O'Kray. His nieces and nephews include Vincent's children, Rory O'Kray, Taylor O'Kray (Tony Albanese), and Carly O'Kray; Erin's children, Brian Bennett Jr. (and his child, Corey Bennett) and Katie Bennett (Jason Mardock, and their child, Oliver Mardock); and Phillip's son, Brandon O'Kray. He is further survived by his aunt and many cousins.

Nicholas always loved a project and pursued various hobbies over the years, from woodworking to stained glass. He also had a lifelong fascination with electronics and computers. A proud member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), he spent his career as a union electrician. His electrical work, always textbook quality, was a testament to his meticulous nature. His children will fondly remember "Lake DANCAF" (Dad Ain't Never Caught a Fish), the nickname given to a fishing spot where, despite his best efforts, he never quite reeled one in, as well as his invented "money game," a signature family tradition in which they always managed to win.

Nicholas will be deeply missed by his family and friends. No services will be held.

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