Barney J. Janecki

Bernard J. “Barney” Janecki, age 95.

Beloved father of Mary Jo (Barry) Pienton, Susan (Dennis) Cullnan, John (Eileen) Janecki and Jean (Fernando) Janecki.

Devoted grandfather of John (Heather), Amy (Chris), Liz (Neil), Hannah, Caroline (Tanner), Natalia, Annie, Sofia and Marcos.

Cherished great-grandfather of Samantha, Abby, Ella, Ben, Lucy and Max.

Preceded in death by beloved Rosemary.

Dearest uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Veteran of U.S. Army Korean War. Proud member of Chicago Board of Trade. Past President of the Southeast Chicago Historical Society. Member of American Legion Post #493.

A Connoisseur of life. Living life to the fullest until the very end. Barney was happiest when surrounded by those he loved.  Family meant everything to him.  He was devoted to his brothers and sisters, had many groups of friends and made an effort to keep in touch with them. We will miss his many stories and histories. He kept busy and active with reading, traveling, watching youtube videos, volunteering and playing golf until he could. He was an inspiration to many and the consummate good guy. Our memories will keep his spirit alive and he will forever be in our hearts. 

Visitation Sunday, October 2, 2022 from 3-8 p.m. Funeral Services Monday, October 3, 2022  9:00 a.m. from the Thompson & Kuenster Funeral Home, 5570 West 95th Street, Oak Lawn, IL to St. Barnabas Church for mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials Southeast Chicago Historical Society in Barney’s name appreciated. 773-731-2749.