James P. Houk, Jr. , age 75, of Oak Lawn, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 25, 2022. Husband of Jean (nee Lanigan) for 54 years; Proud father of James (Michelle Tracy), Jennifer (Matthew) White, Janette Rickels, and John (Michelle); Loving grandfather of Delaney, Ainsley, Gavin, Payton, Owen, Joshua and Alexander; Brother to the late Dennis (Beth), Raymond (Adrienne) and Rick (Sharon); Uncle to many nieces and nephews; Son of the late James P. Houk and the late Charlotte (Edward) Augle. James led a life of public service. He served in the Army and then began his career as a police officer with the Chicago Police Department. In 1971, he joined the Oak Lawn Police Department where he served for 31 years and retired as Chief in 2002. He was an avid Chicago Bears fan and lifelong fisherman. He enjoyed his annual fishing trips with fellow members of the Fish Tales Fishing Club. Memorial service will be private.
