Paul M. Polk, 79, of Park Ridge, beloved husband of Lynn; dear father of Paul Jr., Brian and Jeffrey; loving brother of Robert (Marsha), Kenneth and the late Richard Polk; brother in law of Greg Obuchowski. He was a proud US Army veteran serving from 1963 to 1966. Former Park Ridge Policeman who was a founding member of the Metropolitan Enforcement Group. Paul loved the beaches in Aruba, snowmobiling in northern Wisconsin and video poker. Memorial visitation at Simkins Funeral Home 6251 Dempster St. Morton Grove Sunday Aug. 20th from 1:00 pm until time of service at 5:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Cure Starts Now appreciated; website is https://p2p.thecurestartsnow.org/1428