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Edward John Belko Jr.

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EDWARD JOHN BELKO, JR. "Jack" East Chicago, Indiana Edward John Belko Jr. "Jack" age 61 of East Chicago, IN passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2009 at his home. He is survived by his wife: Diana (Redford) Belko; daughter: Beth (William) Kaminski; son: Robert (Jacqueline Winkiel) Belko; grandchildren: Cody, Tyler and Shayann Kaminski; brothers: Thomas Belko, Marc (Carolyn) Belko; mother-in-law: Alice Redford; brother-in-law: Edward (Cathy) Redford; also sisters-in-law: Joyce (Robert) Matson, Brenda Diehl; numerous: nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews whom Uncle Jack loved very much; special friends: David and Phyllis Griffin. Preceded in death by his parents: Edward and Patricia, father-in-law: Chester Redford, and nephew: Jason Belko. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, February 25, 2009 at 10 a.m. at Geisen Funeral Home, 7905 Broadway Merrillville, IN, with Rev. Theodore Mens officiating. Interment will be at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens located in Schererville, IN. Visitation will be on Tuesday, February 24, 2009 at Geisen Funeral Home, Merrillville from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Jack was employed at Mittal Steel East Chicago with over 39 years of service. He was an Army Veteran and a Life Member of the American Legion Post #369 East Chicago. He loved old movies, especially Rocky Lane westerns and was an avid Green Bay Packer fan. To share a memory or send a condolence to the family, please visit the guest book section on the obituary page at: www.geisenfuneralhome.com. For information please call (219) 769-3322.

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Published by Post-Tribune from Feb. 23 to Feb. 24, 2009.

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Sherri Protze

February 27, 2009

Dear Diane, Bethanne and Robbie,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you and the children. I was so sorry to here about your loss. I second what Brit said, Jack was always so nice and such a caring person. He will be missed by many.
Love, Sherri, Jesse, Scotty Josh and Kayla

Rosemary & Jimmie Manuel

February 25, 2009

I am so sorry to see that Eddie had passed,I always enjoyed talking to him.he was a realy nice man.My sympathy and prayers are wiyh you.

Anita Rose (Murillo)

February 24, 2009

I am sorry for your loss. May the Lord comfort you at this time.

james segneri

February 24, 2009

sympathy from your long time friend from east chicago. Had vivad memories of playing baseball,and being a teenager. your friend - jim segneri

Joe, Carol, Jennifer and Joey Rajchel

February 23, 2009

To the Belko family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy on Jack's passing. He was a good man and a good neighbor. He, along with Tom and Marc, gave us kids in the neighborhood a place to play hockey or baseball in "Belko Stadium" on the corner of 148th and Magoun. May he rest in peace.

Ed

February 23, 2009

Hey, Jack( uncle Jake) it's my turn to say something. I was one of the little boys out in the playground playing sports with you. I don't know if I ever told you or anyone else that with out your financial backing a lot of the kids in our neighborhood would have not had an opportunity to play sports. We started off as friends and became family. You will be forever missed.

Ed

February 23, 2009

Hey Jack (Uncle Jake), it's my turn to say something. I was one of the little boys out in the playground playing sports with you. I don't know if I ever told you or anyone else without your financial backing a lot of the kids in our neighborhood would have not had the opportunity to play sports. We started off as friends and became famile. You will be forever missed.

Elizabeth Redford

February 23, 2009

Diana, Beth Ann, Robbie and Alice:
I will never forget the generousity,kindness and humor of Jack. He would do anything for anyone.He could could put a smile on your face with his sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Cherish all those movies that made Jack so Happy! He was my number one brother-in- law!!!

Sister-in-law, Joyce and Robert Matson

February 23, 2009

Oh Uncle Jake how you'll be missed. There was only you and the "Packers", only you and "Rocky Lane". Then there was you and my grandkids whom you loved so much. Mason and Anna will remember because I will keep telling them about "Uncle Jake"

Kathleen Owens

February 23, 2009

The first time I meet Jake, I instantly felt welcomed. He also had a hug for me every time I walked in the door. I knew then I was a part of this wonderful family. We both shared a love of cowboy movies, and yes I was able to watch several Rocky Lane series. He will truly be missed. Jack left wonderful memories in my heart.

Mark and Kathy Benjamin

February 23, 2009

Dearest Diana,Beth and Robbie:
Where do we begin? Our hearts truly go out to you at this very sad and difficult time. We are very much with you in thought and prayer. Jack was a wonderful, caring, thoughtful and kind man. I can remember all of the hours Jack dedicated to the kids playing hockey at the corner playground. He has left us with such great memories by so many acts of kindness. Our dear friend Jack, always know we will say an extra loud "CHEER" at the Green Bay Packer games. Rest in Peace, our dear friend. To the entire family we send our love and sympathy. May the Good Lord always Bless you and be with you.

Britney Gard

February 23, 2009

I will always remember Jack as being a genuinely kind-hearted person. He never had a bad thing to say about anyone. He was always very good with kids, and was always concerned for others. My deepest sympathy goes out to Diana, Beth, Robbie, and everyone else in his loving family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Britney Gard

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