McHENRY – Christopher Ducey, 68, of McHenry, passed away Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in his home, surrounded by his family.

He was born July 22, 1944, in Chicago to John E. and Esther Jane (Meyer) Ducey. On Nov. 28, 1964, he married Verlene M. Rousey at Nativity Lutheran Church in Wonder Lake.

Christopher had worked for Jepsen Tire Company and Crystal Lake Tire and Battery. He belonged to CAATS (Centerville Antique Auto Touring Society). Family and friends are sure that if there are any '54 Ford convertibles in heaven, he will be driving one.

Survivors include his wife of more than 47 years; daughter, Jacquelin (Michael) Amber of Elkhorn, Wis.; two grandchildren, Caleb and Joshua; a sister, Polly Ducey of New York, N.Y.; many brothers- and sisters-in-law; and several nieces, nephews and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Jon Ducey; and a sister, Penelope Ducey.

The family would like to thank Dr. Jeffrey Asbury, Dr. Apurva Desai and staff at Fox Valley Hematology and Oncology, Dr. Walter Stadler and oncology clinical trial nurses at the University of Chicago, and the wonderful care provided by Hospice and Palliative Care of Northeastern Illinois for helping Chris through his five-year journey battling prostate cancer. A heartfelt thank you to Chris' honorary brother and friend of 54 years John Walczak and wife Shelly and family, who cannot be thanked enough.

A memorial visitation will be from 1 p.m. until the service at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3, at Colonial Funeral Home, 591 Ridgeview Drive, McHenry. Interment will be private.

If desired, memorials may be made to the Prostate Cancer Foundation, 1250 Fourth St., Santa Monica, CA 90401, or to the Hospice and Palliative Care of Northeastern Illinois, 405 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington, IL 60010.

For information, call the funeral home at 815-385-0063.

Guest Book Comments

I knew Chris when he worked at Jepsen Tire. In that environment he was the epitome of what we all should aspire to be; a genuinely good person. It was always a refreshing moment in a long afternoon when he popped his head through the window between the shop and the office; I never saw him in a bad mood or heard him utter a negative word about anyone. Many condolences to his family for their great loss.
Cara Jepsen, Chicago (November 01, 2012)

Rest in peace Chris. Lynn and Jackie....though your hearts are hurting right now, know that he is no longer in pain. God called him home for a reason. Chris will be missed by many.
With love....Joan O'Halleran and family (November 01, 2012)

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I learned a lot from Chris,I worked with him at Jepsen side by side for years. We had to stop at 12:00 everyday to listen to the rest of the story. I'll never forget him. I'm part car nut today because of Chris. Thank you. God be with you.
John L. Sullivan (November 01, 2012)

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of great loss.
Doug and Michelle Kiefer, Harvard (October 31, 2012)

Chris and I were 1953-58 classmates at Harrison Elementary, Wonder Lake, Class of '58. He was very popular and a class favorite. Rest in peace, Chris. My highest respects to his family.
Doug Marion, Simi Valley, California (October 31, 2012)

Polly, I am so sorry for your loss.
Patsy (Meyers) Hiller (October 31, 2012)

In loving memory to a great person. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
The Mojica Family, Wonder Lake (October 31, 2012)

In Deepest Sympathy: Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Your Friends from Country Financial, Gary, Lois, Linda and Starla.
Gary Miller, McHenry (October 31, 2012)

We will never forget the very special friendship we had and always be thankful for having Chris in our lives for so many years. Rest now Chris, you have worked hard all of your life and fought this battle for a long time. We will miss you but we have our memories...Love, John and Shelly
John Walczak, Woodstock (October 31, 2012)