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Kurtz Memorial Chapel - FrankfortBarbara Bialek Obituary
BARBARA M. BIALEK
Age 70, of Mokena, passed away Thursday, March 12th, 2026 at Palos Community Hospital in Palos Heights.
Barbara is survived by her loving family, siblings, David (Susan) Bialek, Joseph (Fran) Bialek, nieces, Candace Bialek, Cara Bialek and numerous cousins.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph & Dorothy Bialek (Blanda).
Barbara was an animal lover and a avid Chicago Blackhawks fan who greatly enjoyed bowling, ceramics and playing card games with her friends.
Family will receive friends at Kurtz Memorial Chapel, 65 Old Frankfort Way, Frankfort IL 60423 on Sunday, March 22nd, 2026 from 2:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Interment, will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital would be greatly appreciated.
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