John E. Bieniek

John E. Bieniek, 97, longtime resident of Glenview, passed away January 26, 2019. Beloved husband for 71 years of Dorothy Bieniek nee Rodgers; loving father of John (Donna) Bieniek; dear brother of the late Joseph Bieniek, Marian (Gus) Klaslo and Edward Bieniek; fond uncle of Richard Klaslo. John was born and raised on a farm outside of Wausau, Wisconsin and a veteran of WWII serving in the US Army. He was a part of the Normandy Invasion and fought his way across France. John was wounded twice in action. He was captured during the Battle of the Bulge and was a POW for 6 months. During his captivity, he lost 50 lbs. John was the recipient of 4 Bronze Battle Stars and 2 Purple Hearts. After his service, he was dedicated employee of the Skokie Post Office for 34 years. Interment will be private at Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Rainbow Hospice, 1550 Bishop Ct., Mt. Prospect, IL 60056.