Joseph F. “Joe” Miks
Joseph F. Miks, age 72, of Indian Head Park, formerly of Hinsdale and Waukegan. US Army Vietnam 1970-1971 Veteran. Beloved husband of Paula “Polly” Walgren (nee Krupko) for a wonderful 20 years. Loving father of James “Jimmy” (Christine) Miks and Meghan (Patrick) Carey. Cherished step-father of Chris (Mary) Walgren, Kate (Sean) Handel, and Tim (Kate) Walgren. Devoted grandfather of Madison and Molly Miks, and Quinn and Chloe Carey. Dedicated step-grandfather of Cole, Charlotte, Natalie, Tyler, Reed, Owen, and Brandt. Dear brother of JoAnne (Doug) Pekkarinen and Evelyn Miks. Fond uncle of Joe, James, Jeanine, Jon, and Jason. Friend of many. Joseph loved running; health; sports, especially the Chicago Cubs and Northwestern Wild Cats; beer; laughter; music; travel; and above all spending special time with family and friends, especially babysitting his grandchildren. Welcome and reception 1:00PM until time of Memorial Service 2:00PM Saturday, October 13, 2018 at First United Methodist Church, 100 W. Cossitt Ave., La Grange, IL 60525. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Cancer Society by visiting www.cancer.org, clicking on the “donate” button, and following the directions online, or by sending a check to 225 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60601, including Joe’s name in the memo field.
Arrangements entrusted to Hallowell & James Funeral Home: (708) 352-6500
Gonna miss Joe. Made out plenty of your payroll checks.
It was a pleasure knowing you.
Just talked to your Brother,Dennis Connolly,Joe. Despite the years, we never forgot or really separated. You were a great Brother, friend, and confidant. God bless and see you soon enough. Love, Jim Eaton.(The Joker)
My memories of Joe all revolve around his smile, friendliness and kind personality. He’d go out on a run yet never failed to give a friendly greeting and wave as he passed. I think Joe lived life to the fullest and admired the second chance he found in loving Polly Walgren.