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Barry Kenneth Bronk

Barry Bronk Obituary

Age 67, a lifelong resident of Plainfield, Illinois. At peace, February 23, 2008. He was born July 30, 1940 in Plainfield.

Barry is survived by his loving wife, Carline; his wonderful daughters, Kimberly and Jennifer Bronk; his step-son, Kristopher.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Dorothy Bronk; his brother, Steve Bronk; and his first wife, Elaine Bronk.

Barry farmed his entire life in Plainfield. He was a Trustee for the Plainfield Fire Department for 25 years.

Family and friends will gather to celebrate Barry's life from 3:00 until 7:00 PM on Thursday, February 28 at Syl's, 829 Moen Ave., Rockdale. For those who prefer, memorials may be directed to the Joan Scarangello Foundation to Conquer Lung Cancer - 27 Union Square West, Suite 304, New York, NY 10003 or lungcancer.org at (800)-813-HOPE. OVERMAN JONES FUNERAL HOME

15219 S. Joliet Road (Corner of Rts. 30 & 59), Plainfield, IL 60544

Info: 815-436-9221

www.overman-jones.com

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Published by Herald-News from Feb. 25 to Feb. 26, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Barry Bronk

34 Entries

Shelia Carey

January 4, 2009

Carline:
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Barry was a very special man and the special bond between your souls was obvious.
He was such an honest, hardworking,compassionate man. His love for you was touching. From the first time that I met him he made me feel welcomed and comfortable as if he had been a dear friend for years. I can still see some of the looks on his face during dinners, the concert, on the farm, hanging around the house,and a very special time the three of us spent together. He is now at peace and we are all fortunate to have had such a dear soul touch our lives.

Gary Wilson, DVM

March 14, 2008

Carline

I know that God is good to his word, and that I will see Barry when I leave this world. I don't know why I feel so sad. I guess the problem is I just don't like the change of not being able to talk to him and watch him as he watches us make fools out of ourselves with the horses. He loved to watch you mess with those naggs. He loved it because you loved it, and he just plain adored you. It is right to miss him, and it is good to think of him. When the time is right we will move from this point in our lives to the next point. It sure has been a good ride so far.

To life
Gary

Michelle Derkaloustian

March 13, 2008

Carline,

As I said to you before, you are an amazing woman. The first time Sona and I met you there was a connection. I never had the pleasure of meeting Barry although I prayed for the two of you often. I know you will get through this.....your friends and family wouldn't have it any other way. Please always remember you are loved and thought of everyday and I truly believe God will use Barry to help you live out both of your dreams.

hugs and kisses,

Michelle D.

Dennis and Sandy Hartley

March 10, 2008

Carline: Our sorrow cannot be spoken. Deep in our hearts as in yours is a great loss for Barry. He was the most wonderful friend and we thought of him as family as we do you. His passing while leaving a deep void will only make his memory a great joy. He was a man among men and as honest, straight forward and never worried what people thought of him, he was someone you couldn't help but love him and the world he created. God will welcome him with open arms and heart.

Diane Krzeminski

March 7, 2008

Carlene, because of you I met Barry, he delivered shavings, put on his mask and tipped the truck, always pleasant, always sweet, nice, etc. but had to go to get more work done. thank you for letting me know him. I know he's helping someone upstairs, cause that's the kind of guy he was. thank you diane

Bernard Edelman

March 7, 2008

Everyone knew Barry in a special way…

Barry wore so many different “hats”:
o Barry Bronk the farmer;
o Barry Bronk specializing in sales of Wood Shavings/ Horse Bedding/ & Hay;
o Barry Bronk a 4th generation property owner;
o Barry Bronk a friend, a father, and a loving husband.

EACH OF US we will always cherish those special memories.

Barry was also very modest… he might not have told everyone about being honored last May for his 25 years of service as an elected official of the Board of Trustees for Will County’s “Plainfield Fire Protection District.”

Please know that all of Barry's family is in our thoughts and prayers!

Bernard, Sarah & Zoe

Hanging with freckles.

March 6, 2008

I will always see him in the things he loves.

March 6, 2008

Our last Christmas.

March 6, 2008

at home in the sun.

March 6, 2008

keeping warm

March 6, 2008

Lesa and Brooke formerly of JOHA

March 4, 2008

Carline & family,
Sorry to hear about Barry. He was always a pleasure to care for and we miss him (and you also) very much. May GOD comfort you at this time, you are in our prayers.
Lesa & Brooke, RN's

Dan Johnston

March 3, 2008

Jennifer & Family:

I was sorry to learn of your recent loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Judy Veen

March 2, 2008

Jennifer,
Words can't express to you how sorry we are for losing your dad. We know that the world revolved around him for you and the world revolved around you for him. It is so hard to lose a loving parent and I know first hand about that. Also the pain of cancer that took my younger brother only a few years back and now we are fighting again with my sister. It is a horrible disease! Barry was so funny and his voice was so strong and laugh was infectious! You know he will be smiling down on you. I am sure he met my brother by now and they are having a smoke and a beer! We love you Jen!
Judy and Tom

Susan Menozi

March 2, 2008

Carline, I am so sorry that we were not able to be with you on Thursday. Our prayers and thoughts are with you today and everyday. Love the Menozi's

Maribeth Cardwell

March 1, 2008

Jennifer and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. I can only say I can symathize with you, and I know how you feel, I wish I would have known him better, he sounded like a great man. The little bit that I did meet of him I remember he had a great sense of humor, I see where you get it! Love you!!

Yvette Nicola

March 1, 2008

Tonight, when you look up, don't think of them as stars. Think of them as porch lights welcoming Barry safely home.

Yvette, John, and Taylor wish you peace.

Pam Smith

March 1, 2008

Carline

Barry has left a wonderful legacy of love and life for those of us who were honored to know him. May we try to live with that same strength. We will miss him.

Yollanda Holder

February 29, 2008

God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change....
Courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference! May this prayer bring you peace and strength in this difficult time.

Hazlin Grimmond & Family

February 29, 2008

We are sorry to hear of your loss, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Words cannot heal the pain of losing someone so dear! May God give you the strenth to overcome your pain.

Darrin Gregory

February 29, 2008

Carline & family ;I will remeber Barry forever in my life he was a friend that I look forward to each year to see and sit in pool at Jamacia and have a couple red strips and talk farming and our family life. I look at him as a father that I could talk to about anything . He is truely going to be miss by all .

Brandt Bender

February 29, 2008

I will always remember going to ride in the combine with "Uncle Barry" when I was a kid. Or the times when he would pick me up in his semi, and I would go for a ride to pick up sawdust. It was always fun to hang out with Barry. His laugh was contagious, and his heart was always warm. He will be missed.

alexis devonish

February 29, 2008

The staff at Mango Reef who attended to Mr.Bronk send there deep sympothy to Carline and the Bronk Family.Our thoughs and prayers go out to you.

Stacy Cox

February 28, 2008

Carline,
The entire Managment and Staff at Royal West Indies Resort - Turks and Caicos thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
May God continue to Bless you, for you were truly a blessing to Barry and give you piece as you go through this difficult time.

Carol Zwit

February 28, 2008

I have had the fortunate pleasure of working with Barry for many a year. His love of life and for his family was apparent in all that he did. I oftentimes would make mention of the fact that Barry's laughter was infectious and would brighten up even the darkest of days. This unique trait will be surely missed.
May God give Carline and family the strength to be guided through this most difficult time in their lives but once time has helped heal your hearts may you always smile when you think of Barry, hear his laugh and remember how truly he did celebrate his life.

Jenifer Simon

February 28, 2008

Jennifer & Family; We feel honored to have known your Dad and thankful that you've welcomed us into your wonerfuly amazing family. Thank you for that blessing. I will forever hear your Dad's laughter as I look at the sawdust farm every day and remember the day he and I chatted about it :)
All our love; Jen & Billy

Melanie

February 28, 2008

It was an honor to know Barry. His passion and character will echo this earth for eternity. May he rest peacefully under a shady tree in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with Carline and his family.

James Goodson

February 26, 2008

Barry Bronk touched many people in his own special way. He never picked the easy way out; he was a true Volunteer at the Fire Station. You could always find Barry washing dishes or cooking sausage surrounded by friends having a good laugh making a tedious job easy. I will miss his gruff deep voice and his enthusiasm for life. He often talked about his love for his family especially his daughters Kimberly and Jennifer. He lived a good life, and has made this world a kinder place to live.
May God Bless You All;

Patti Block (Lantz)

February 26, 2008

The Bronk home was my second home as a child. Barry was a "Dad" full of caring and laughter and always seemed to have a twinkle in his eye. I will always remember Barry with a smile! I know his laughter is now heard in heaven.

Paul Fay

February 26, 2008

Jennifer and family,

Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers in your time of grieving.

Staff at Midwest Respiratory,LTD

February 25, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Michele DePriest

February 25, 2008

Thanks for the great farming memories - baling hay, riding in the combine and dropping off grain.
The only thing bigger than Barry's heart and deeper than his laugh was the land he loved to farm.
Peace and Love

H. Wayne Riley

February 25, 2008

During the five years my wife and I lived in Plainfield and I was a member of the PFPD it was a pleasure knowing and talking to Barry. He will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

H. Wayne Riley, Chief
Lecompton FIRE/EMS
P. O. Box 154
Lecompton, Kansas 66050-0154

Mandi Steidle

February 25, 2008

Barry was a wonderful man and hard working and very loyal to his friends. He will miss his lovely and caring wife, Carline. We know he will look after her always. Our love and prayers to you and your extended family in this sorrowful time. Barry may you rest in peace.

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