Eugene B Troken

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Eugene B. Troken, 75, of Niles, IL, retired CPD Sergeant, passed away peacefully at home on January 25, 2018 surrounded by his family.  He was the son of the late Eugene H. and Helen Troken, nee Szews.  He is survived by his beloved wife of over 45 years, Mary, nee Chan.  Loving father of Eric, CFD, (Mary Margaret Dempsey, CFD), Jessica (James) Lane, Kimberly (Angelo) Cutro, Dr. Alexander (Suzanne) and Major Christopher, USMC (Kristine) Troken.  Cherished grandfather of Evan, Macy, Jack, Cecilia, Christopher, Francesca, Vincent and Clemens.  Dear brother of James Troken, retired CPD Detective.  Brother-in-law to David Chan, Dr. Gabriel Chan, Lucas, MBE (Connie) Chan, Jane Chan and Dr. Patrick (Christine) Chan.  Fond cousin and uncle of many.  Eugene always stressed to his children to love family above all.  His efforts to help others changed the course of many lives for which he will always be remembered.  Eugene’s love of travel and history brought him to many exciting and exotic places in Asia and Europe.  Visitation Thursday, February 1, 2018 from 3 pm until 9 pm at M.J. Suerth Funeral Home, Peter Heneghan, Director, 6754 N. Northwest Highway, Chicago.  Funeral prayers Friday 9:45 am at the funeral home to Saint Mary of the Woods Church, 6955 N. Hiawatha, Chicago, 60646.  Funeral Mass 10:30 am.  In lieu of flowers, please consider making a blood donation to Life Source, Inc.  Interment Saint Adalbert Cemetery.  For further information 877-631-1240 or www.suerth.com.

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