Joseph E. "Joe" Wleklinski, Sr. age 63, late of Tinley Park passed away October 10th at his home. Loving husband of Lori nee Schira-O'Grady; devoted father of Joseph "Joey" Wleklinski, Jr. of Peoria, IL. He was lovingly referred to as: Uncle Joe, Big Joe, U.J., Crazy Uncle Joe and Bro. A great friend to all who knew him, and to know him was certainly to love him. He was predeceased by his parents: William and Mary nee Alvis, his sisters: Beverly (Ron) Peretti, Patti Jones and brothers: William (Tina) Wleklinski and James Wlekinski. He is also survived by his sisters, Barbara (late James) Cammack, Joann (Rich) Perna, Mary Rose Talkowski, Jean Lehnen and Sue (Tom) Cepek. He was the favorite "Bruncle" of Jeanne (Dan) Sutton and the loving uncle and great-uncle to many nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his daytime companion and loving mother-in-law Joan Bolser and of course Baylee & Terra. Memorial Visitation Saturday, October 25th from 11:00 a.m.until the time of the Memorial Service 1:00 p.m. at Thornridge Funeral Home (Janusz Family Funeral Service) 14318 S. LaGrange Rd. Orland Park. Interment Private.