Bernard R. Bednarek Sr., USMC Veteran, age 80, late of Calumet City. Beloved husband for 56 years of Helen (née Godzich); devoted father of Bernard R. Bednarek Jr.; loving brother of Barbara Hatch, and Thomas Bednarek; kind uncle and great uncle of many nieces and nephews. Member of Local Union #1693 Millwrights for 39.5 years, Business Agent for 13 years, and Vice President for 6 years. Visitation Friday, from 2:00 - 8:00 PM. Funeral Saturday, 9:15 from Thornridge Funeral Home (Janusz Family Funeral Service) 15801 S. Cottage Grove Ave., four blocks North fo 162nd St. (Rte. 6), Dolton / South Holland, to Jesus Shepherd of Souls Parish at St. Andrew the Apostle Church Mass 10:00 AM. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery.