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Christopher Das Obituary
He was born Sept. 22, 1950, in Chicago, to Anthony and Irene (Stanislawski) Das.
He graduated from the University of Illinois Chicago Circle with a degree in liberal arts and science with a certification to teach.
He was married to Sandra Das in 1971 for 19 years.
He was a dedicated union carpenter for almost 20 years. He also ventured into business with his brother Mark Das, forming Das Brothers Builders Inc., and served as a member of the Island Lake Police Department. He was a member of Local 250.
He was a loving father and grandfather who dedicated a lot of his time to provide for his family. He enjoyed fishing, camping, and trips to Canada with his sons. He also enjoyed golfing, puzzles, gambling, woodworking and watching sports and news.
He enjoyed cooking and baking regularly using ingredients he had grown in his own garden.
Survivors include his former wife, Sandra; his children, Damon (Nicolle) Das of Wonder Lake, Jeremiah Das of Wonder Lake, Shannon (Jeremy) Huntington of Lakemoor, Cortney Das of Chicago and Kyle (Penny) Das of Kingsport, Tenn.; seven grandchildren, Brandon Das, Brittany Das-Weeks, Austin Das, Alyssa Das-Weeks, Mya Das, Keisha Owensby and baby girl Huntington to be; his sisters, Rosanne (Thomas) Masterson of Schaumburg, Lisa (Mark) Krupa of Elgin and Michaelene Das; and a brother, Mark (Susan) Das of McHenry.
A memorial visitation will be from 6 p.m. until the 8 p.m. service Thursday, Jan. 28, at Colonial Funeral Home, 591 Ridgeview Drive, McHenry. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Salvation Army online at www.salvation armyusa.org or by phone at 800-725-2769.
For information, call the funeral home at 815-385-0063.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Das
February 17, 2010
My deepest sympathy on the loss of Chris. We were not aware of his death, but now keep all of the family and Chris in our prayers.
Margaret Tobias, Wife of Jeffrey
Margaret Tobias
February 17, 2010
My deepest sympathy on the loss of Chris. We were not aware of his death, but now keep all of the family and Chris in our prayers.
Margaret Tobias, Wife of Jeffrey
February 11, 2010
Austin, I am so sorry for your loss Ms. Settles
February 3, 2010
Dear Mark, and the Das family.
I am very sorry to hear of your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours, at this most difficult time.
Debi Calvin
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Brenda Wiloff
January 29, 2010
Shannon--
My deepest sympathies to you and your family at this time of sorrow.
I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Miah and Heather
January 29, 2010
Thank you very much for all the loving memories and support through this difficult time. We all are blessed with caring family and friends. We know Dad was loved by many and are honored to see how many lives he has touched. He will always be remembered and in our hearts. We love you dad!
January 28, 2010
To all of the Das family,Thoughts and many prayers are with all of you. So very sorry to hear of your loss. "Old Friend's" of Sue and Mark, Gary and Chris Johnson
January 28, 2010
Chris was a kind, giving brother! I thank him & Sandy for giving me 5 fabulous nieces and nephews.
Damon, Miah, Shannon, Cortney & Kyle:
Your father was very proud of every one of you. You each have a part of him in you.
I am always there for all of you - Sandy that means you too.
I miss my brother & hope to see him again one day! I pray so hard that he has found the peace that he has longed for!
xoxoxoxo Aunt Lisa
January 27, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I think about your family all the time. We all went through a lot together way back when. Take care of each other.
All my love
Courtney Wander
Ginny Rigsby
January 27, 2010
Lisa - I am very sorry to hear this sad news. I will indeed keep you, your brother, and all of your family in my prayers.
January 27, 2010
My thought and prayers are with the entire Das family. Be strong and I am there anytime for help.
Sandy Bean
Benjamin Hudson
January 27, 2010
I am sorry for your loss. I know that this is difficult for all of you. I remember playing with Damon at the house all those years ago. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family.
January 27, 2010
I can't remember exactly when but there was a time when the speed limit leaving Island Lake heading toward Wauconda jumped from 35 to 65 mph just past Greenleaf.....by then I was already doing over 70 just in time to see that damn squad car in my mirror. After reading me a serious version of the riot act, flipping open pages of a ticket book and making me believe I wouldn't see another birthday.....he let me go........thank you, Kris.
Mark.......I am so sorry..........
John Calvin
Cyndi and Dave Sarabia
January 27, 2010
Damon and Nicole-
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time in your lives. Our hearts go out to you and the entire Das Family.
January 27, 2010
Miah
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, the kids and your entire family. Please be strong for the kids and know that your father is in a better place now and he is finally at peace. Take care.
L
Donna Miller
January 27, 2010
Dear Damon and Nicole,
You are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this very difficult time in your lives. My heart truly goes out to you and the entire Das Family.
January 27, 2010
To The Entire Das Family:
Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers and may God Bless your family during this difficult time.
Our Deepest Sympathy
Patrick & Barbara Moritz
January 27, 2010
Dear Mark - My sympathies go out to you and your family. My prayers are with you.
Your friend,
Kathy (Sayles) Blake
Karen & Bill Berry
January 27, 2010
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Jeremiah, Austin, Mya, Sandy and the rest of the Das family. It is so hard to lose a loved one but to have it happen so unexpected is very hard. Our thoughts are with all of you.
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