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Joseph Bolek Obituary
Born: Sept. 7, 1928
Died: Sept. 10, 2014
Joseph G. Bolek (Joe), age 86, of St. Petersburg, Florida (formerly of Brookfield, IL), entered into eternal life on September 10, 2014.
Born on September 7, 1928, in Cicero, Illinois, attended Morton High School and graduated with a Master's Degree in Education from Michigan State University.
Predeceased by his parents, Theresa and Joseph Bolek, brother Charles, and sister Blanche Grimes.
Survived by his wife of 58 years, Gloria Bolek; sons Vince (Jocelyn) and Barry (Lilia); four grandchildren, Emily (Joel) Bandstra, Molly Bolek, Joseph A. Bolek and Jonathan Bolek; great-grandchildren, Margaret, Claire, and Audrey Bandstra; brother-in-law, Robert Grimes; nieces, Cheryl Feltz, Kathy Dvorak, Connie Vizek, and Barbara DiMonte; and many great-nieces and great-nephews.
Joe prided himself on education and having earned his degrees. A favorite saying of his was: "The best thing about an education is that no one can take it away from you." Joe ended his career as a grade school Principal in Cicero District #99. Joe loved to golf, play cards, dance and socialize at his many clubs. He was a life-long Elks member serving in many roles, including Exalted Ruler of the Berwyn Elks. Joe was a proud Veteran and member of the VFW. Joe will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Donations in Joe's memory may be made to a charity of your choice.
For funeral information please call Kelley & Spalding Funeral Home at (847) 831-4260 or www.kelleyspaldingfuneralhome.com
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Greg Severino
June 28, 2016
I was in Mr. Bolek's first class back in 1955 at Roosevelt Grammar School. I was going into sixth grade into our brand new school building which replaced three turn of the century buildings whose time had long past. Mr Bolek turned out to be my all time favorite teacher. He made school fun and interesting. He was a strict disciplinarian but was very fair to all of us students. He was a very positive influence on my eleven year old life and, to this day, feel I am a better person as a result of knowing this wonderful man. My condolences to the family. You, as well as Mr. Bolek, are all in my thoughts and prayers.
November 15, 2014
Sorry about your loss. I said a prayer for your family.
Lea Kulousek Pergram
Plainfield Il
Elaine D.
October 20, 2014
I would like to send my sympathy to his family. I had Mr. Bolek for my 8th grade teacher back in 1967. He was very nice & always interesting. I just had to let you know that he made an impression with me still after all these years. Rest in peace.
October 16, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in family, friends and prayer (Psalm 65:2) during this difficult time.
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