Eugene R. Aken, 77, of Schaumburg was born May 13, 1942 in Elkville, IL to Lyman and Marjorie Aken and passed away May 21, 2019. Eugene was the beloved husband of Rita A. (nee Love); loving father of Michael L. (Gina) Jones-Aken; dear grandfather of Jaden, Gianna, and Briella. Eugene was a Veteran and served in the United States Army. Family and friends will gather at Memory Gardens Cemetery, 2501 E. Euclid Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at 10:45 am for a graveside service at 11:00 am.