Robert W. Bielik, 61, of Plano, IL passed away August 22, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family; following a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born on March 29, 1960 in Chicago, IL, the son of Charlotte and William Bielik.
Bob was a skilled tradesman and worked as a Millwright for Navistar. He was an avid fisherman and loved his pickup truck. He enjoyed spending time fishing up in the upper peninsula of Michigan. He was also a big football fan, always rooting on the Minnesota Vikings. Most of all, he loved spending time with his wife and children.
Bob is survived by his wife, Jennifer Bielik; children, Corinne (Bob) Eklund, Chianne Bielik, Alex Bielik, Jonathan (Ashly) Opperman, and Ryley Bielik; mother, Charlotte Bielik; sister, Kathy McCabe; nieces and nephews, Kyleen (Dillon) Bach, Jordan Luna, Zachary Placek, Alex Placek, and Ben Placek; sister-in-laws, Diane Opperman and Amy Placek; mother-in-law, Karen Opperman; and father-in-law, John Opperman.
He is preceded in death by his father, William Bielik.
Family will receive guests on Thursday, August 26, 2021 from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM at Dieterle Memorial Home, 1120 S. Broadway Ave, Montgomery, IL 60538. A funeral service will follow visitation on Thursday, August 26, 2021 at 6:00 PM also at Dieterle Memorial Home. Interment is private.