John Peter Barbick
March 6, 1939 - May 2, 2012
Age 73, of Diamond, IL, formerly of East Chicago, passed away Wednesday, May 02, 2012 at his home. Born March 6, 1939 in Chicago, IL to the late John Peter, Sr. and Helen (nee Marovich) Barbick. John retired from LTV Steel Co. in East Chicago after thirty five years of employment. Veteran of the United States Army, having served in Germany. John enjoyed many activities in life such as; fishing, playing pool and botchy ball, and going to the gambling boat. Surviving are one son, Brian (Sharon) Barbick of Diamond; sister, Pat (Guy) Shiola of IN; former wife, Paulette Barbick of East Chicago; close family friends, Eric (Linda) Grimes of Braidwood, IL; four grand-dogs, Bear, Hunter, Otis, and Lugnutt; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his brother, Don Barbick; and two great friends, Sylvia Grimes and John Kookich. Per John’s wishes he is to be cremated and no services will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in his name to the Joliet Area Community Hospice Home in Joliet, IL or the Edward Hines Jr., Veteran’s Hospital in Hines, IL would be appreciated.
Age 73, of Diamond, IL, formerly of East Chicago, passed away Wednesday, May 02, 2012 at his home. Born March 6, 1939 in Chicago, IL to the late John Peter, Sr. and Helen (nee Marovich) Barbick. John retired from LTV Steel Co. in East Chicago... View Obituary & Service Information