Chester (Chay) Thomas Okrasinski
Age 92 of Wonder Lake, Illinois
Born January 15, 1929
Deceased October 21, 2021

Chester was born in Chicago, Illinois to Chester and Rose Okrasinski, and was the oldest of 3 children.  He is survived by his brother Richard Okrasinski, sister Geraldine (preceded in death).

On August 19, 1950 he married his childhood sweetheart, Jean Marie Rackow as they began their life together, and she survives. Also surviving are his 5 daughters, Debra & Bill Duggan, Donna & Rich Clements, Dawn & Steve Clements, Dale & Jim Jackson, Dorian & Bill Adams. Chester leaves behind 15 grandchildren and 40 great grandchildren.  He was a devoted husband and loving father.

Chester attended Wells High School in Chicago and worked for a time in a family business with his Father before beginning a career with Frito-Lay where he worked as a District Manager, retiring after almost 30 years.

Chester was the life of any party, especially family reunions and weddings.  He loved music, singing and dancing.  He taught himself to play the piano, clarinet, ukulele, and saxophone.  He was one of the first on the dance floor at a wedding.   He played minor league baseball as a young single man.   He loved his garden and was an avid golfer.  He enjoyed watching the Cubs, Black Hawks and Bears.   He was the biggest fan of his grandchildren’s sporting events.

A private Memorial Service for family has been planned.

For information , please call the Justen’s Wonder Lake Funeral Home at 815-728-0233 or visit www.justenfh.com, friends and loved ones may share memories of Chester on his tribute wall.