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HAROLD BICEK Obituary

Dr. Harold G. Bicek, age 80, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, July 16, 2012. Survived by his wife Joan Elizabeth Bicek (nee Jankovsky) of 57 years; his sons Dr. Paul (Gale Arend), David and Thomas (Dr. Loretto Glynn) Bicek; grandchildren Erin (Kenneth) Perry, Kristin (Brandon) Welch, Stephen (Alison) Bicek, Brian, Adrienne, Joseph, and Michael Bicek; great-grandchildren Ryan, Brooks, and Aidan; numerous colleagues and friends also survive. Preceded in death by his parents Laddie and Helen Bicek; brother Donald Bicek; Joan's parents Elizabeth and William Jankovsky, and his daughter Pamela Jean Bicek. Harold resided in Plainfield and previously lived in Downers Grove. He practiced family medicine in Downers Grove, and was a founding father of Good Samaritan Hospital. In lieu of flowers, donations in Harold's name may be made to Good Samaritan Hospital Cancer Care Programs, 3815 Highland Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60515 would be appreciated. The Celebration of Harold G. Bicek's life will begin on Friday with prayers at the funeral home at 9:30 a.m., then in procession to the Cathedral of St. Raymond Nonnatus Catholic Church for Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Visitation will be on Thursday at Tezak's Home to Celebrate Life from 2 until 9 p.m. Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery 1400 S. Wolf Rd., Hillside, IL 60126. Arrangements entrusted to: Tezak's Home to Celebrate Life.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Jul. 18 to Jul. 19, 2012.

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Bette & Tom Petrik

August 28, 2012

Dear Joan and family, We are very sorry to hear that Hal passed away. Tommy emailed us today Aug. 28th as we were not aware of his death. Please accept our deepest sympathy and we will keep Hal and You in our prayers.
Bette and Tom

Melanie Cerinich

August 2, 2012

So sorry on the loss of a very honorable man.

David Rausch

July 25, 2012

My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to the Bicek family on Harolds passing. I remember the great times we had on Black Oak Drive with the Biceks and Hazdras.

Shirley Jablecnik/Jable Slanker

July 21, 2012

My deepest sympathies to the entire Bicek family on the loss of Harold. I am a second cousin, once removed and have been tracking the Bicek family back into the 1600's. The entire Bicek family has been a wonderful asset to the world.

Shirley Slanker

July 21, 2012

My deepest sympathies are extended to the entire Bicek family on the loss of Harold. I am a second cousin, once removed, of Harold and have been tracking the entire Bicek family back into the 1600s. The whole Bicek family has been a wonderful asset to the world.

Tom Purcell

July 20, 2012

My family's memories of Harold go back a long way. He was a classmate of my dad's at St. Procopius College - now Benedictine University. We all became patients when Harold opened his practice in downers Grove. Personally, I remember Harold as a warm and funny man, as well as a fully capable doctor. When he quit smoking, Harold tried to convince my mother to quit, and he followed may dad's cancer treatments closely. In the office, Harold always treated my brothers and I with warm respect. Harold was, of course, a fine doctor; he was also a warm and wonderful man.

July 19, 2012

Our thoughts are with the entire Bicek Family at this time. Doc was a true friend. - The Colgan Family

Mr. and Mrs. George Joyce

July 19, 2012

Margaret and I send our deepest sympathy to Dr. and Mrs. Paul Bicek and the family of Dr. Harold Bicek on his passing. He must have been so proud of all of his children and grandchildren and left you all with good memories of a man who did so much for others. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time.

Jeanne Fulton

July 19, 2012

Sorry to hear of Hal's passing - my thoughts and prayers go out to you, Joan, and your family. He was a wonderful neighbor.

July 19, 2012

I express my sympathies to the Bicek family. I am very sorry for the loss of your loved one. In times of distress we can turn to God as a strong hold. Psalm 46:1

Frank Kozisek

July 19, 2012

I am sorry to hear about Hale's passing away. My prayers go out to the family and friends. Frank

lynda obremski

July 18, 2012

sorry to hear about your dad .prayers to your family. lynda obremski(cafeteria 1980's). lynda obremski

July 18, 2012

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Earl/Elaine Sumner

July 18, 2012

We are so sorry,but he is now at rest. Our prayers are with you all. From one of Dr Harold's first patients. Earl & Elaine

Leonard & Lillian Mickas

July 18, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Ginny Prihoda

July 18, 2012

Precious memories and a loving friendship for almost 40 years will forever be engraved on my heart. With love always.

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