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Joseph Bialko Obituary

Joseph V. Bialko, age 84, beloved husband of 57 years to the late Germaine "Gigi" Bialko; loving and devoted father of Maribeth Struck, Mark (Rachel) Bialko, Michael (Amy) Bialko, and Matthew (Christine) Bialko; proud grandpa of Kelli (Eric), Kristi, and Kevin, Michael and Alex, Emma, William, and Ethan, Madeline, Jack, Ryan, and Molly; great-grandpa of baby girl due in February; son of the late Joseph and Estelle Bialko; dear brother to the late Joan (Stephen) Witek; brother-in-law to Marianne Sikorski and the late Howard Sikorski; also, loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Joe was a proud graduate of Weber High School and a dedicated and proud employee at the Niles Police Department. He loved his family, friends, Chicago sports teams and his summer home in Green Lake. Visitation Thursday, January 11, 2024 from 3:00-9:00 p.m. at Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Home, 8025 W. Golf Road in Niles. Lying in state will begin Friday, January 12, at 9:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 10:00 a.m. at St. Norbert Church, 1809 Walters Avenue in Northbrook. Entombment will follow at St. Adalbert Cemetery in Niles. In lieu of flowers donations to: St. Norbert Church or Village of Niles Police Memorial Foundation (Niles Police Memorial Committee, 7000 W. Touhy Ave., Niles, IL 60714, Att: Chief of Detectives Boba) are appreciated. Info 847-581-0536 or www.colonialfuneral.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jan. 10, 2024.

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Phyllis Greene

January 11, 2024

Deepest condolences to Matthew,Chrissie, Madeline,Jack,Ryan, Molly & the extended Bialko family on your inconsolable loss following the passing of Joseph.Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace.Love Phyllis & Fergal Greene, Ballinasloe.

Jeanne Cahill

January 11, 2024

I send my deepest sympathy and condolences on the loss of Joe. He was always so generous with his time and active at church. He will be missed.

Sopata Family

January 10, 2024

We send our sympathy and heartfelt condolences
to the entire Bialko Family. Joe was a great guy,
he will be missed, and he will be remembered.
The Stanley & Barbara Sopata Family

Lauren Sorce

January 10, 2024

Mark, I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember your dad having a smile on his face each and every time I saw him. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers, Lauren Sorce

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Ryan

January 10, 2024

So sorry for your loss of Joseph. My sincere condolences go out to your family for your loss. (Psalms 94:19)

Carolyn Greene

January 9, 2024

Heartfelt condolences to Matthew, Chrissie, Madeline, Jack, Ryan, Molly & the extended Bialko families on your immeasurable loss following the sad passing of Joseph. May your cherished memories gathered over the years comfort all of you in your time of grief. May his kind & gentle soul rest in everlasting peace. Love from Paul, Carolyn, Maria ,Keelan & Lauren Colohan - Ballinasloe

The Staff of Colonial Wojciechowski Funeral Home

January 10, 2024

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8025 W Golf Road, Niles, IL 60714

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