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William Blakely Obituary
Blakely, William George February 18, 2006, age 60 years, late of Chicago Heights, IL. Beloved husband of Mary K. Blakely (nee Madden), dear father of Matthew (Derrick Robles) Blakely and Michelle (Patrick Clark) Blakely both of Chicago, IL and Stephen (Laura) Blakely of Naperville, IL, cherished son of Catherine and the late George Blakely of South Holland, IL. loving brother of Barbara (Dennis) Donnellan of Bristol, IL, Marilyn (Guy) Vorsanger of LaGrange, IL, Lorraine (Lawrence) Dombrowski of Schererville, IN, Karen (James) Drake of Orland Park, IL, fond brother-in-law of Thomas Madden of Plainfield, IL, favorite uncle to 11 nieces and nephews and Conor and Kaitlyn. Employee of Madison Paper Company, Alsip, IL. Past Member of Chicago Heights Jaycees and an active member at St. Kieran Parish. Resting at the Tews Funeral Home, 18230 S. Dixie Hwy., Homewood, Tuesday, from 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral 9:15 a.m. Wednesday, to St. Kieran Church, 724 W. 195th St., Chicago Heights, Illinois. Mass 10 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery, Evergreen Park, Illinois. Memorials to St. James Hospice House, 1423 Chicago Road, Chicago Heights, IL, 60411 or South Suburban Humane Society, 1103 West End Ave., Chicago Heights, IL, 60411, would be appreciated. 708-798-5300.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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for William Blakely
Tom La Porte
February 14, 2019
The Little Prince misses you everyday big-brother Billy!
Starla Kovar
April 26, 2006
Matt,
I am so very sorry sweetie. I wish I could have been there for you. Please know that I think about you all the time and keep you close to my heart. You are truly loved and cared about by so many.
Ed Palmisano
April 26, 2006
I only just heard and send my sympathies and prayers to all of you. Mr. B. has extended himself as a tour guide away from home on a number of high school and college trips as well as always opening his home. He will be missed.
Lori Hess
February 23, 2006
My deepest condolences to the family. I am sorry I could not deliver them in person but know my prayers are with each of you in this time of mourning your loss.
[Friend of Matt Blakely]
John McDonough
February 22, 2006
My condolences to the Blakely family, I'm sorry I couldn't offer them in person. I'll miss Bill, and the "It's Johnny Fastwalker!" greeting I received each time I saw Bill at the paper mill.
Tom La Porte
February 22, 2006
You brought a smile to every face you met - and our lives are better for having known you. I will miss you, big brother.
The Little Prince
James Barg Sr.
February 21, 2006
Our thoughts are with you and your
family in this time of sorrow.
Doug Matteson
February 21, 2006
Matt and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Doug
Bob and Linda Gerstetter
February 21, 2006
Mary and kids: Our deepest sympathys go out to you and your family in your great time of loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you.
Rocky & Fran Roush
February 21, 2006
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Just remember he will live on in your hearts forever. Take one day at a time.
Jim & Andrea Fox
February 20, 2006
Our thoughts are with your family. In the love that surrounds you, may you find strength, and in the memories you cherish may you find peace. Our sincere sympathy.
Richard & Anita Braun
February 20, 2006
Dear Tom Madden and Family,
We're so sorry to hear of your loss, a burden has been lifted from your heart, accept our sympathy.
Richard and Anita Braun
George Tautz
February 20, 2006
My sincere condolences and sympathy on your loss.
George Tautz
Bud and Louise Ritter
February 20, 2006
MARY AND FAMILY;
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
May Gods love heal your sorrow.
Love, Bud and Louise
Mike Luciano
February 20, 2006
My condolences to Bill's family. I enjoyed meeting with Bill on my visits from Maine. He always had a good story to tell me. He will be missed.
From the Staff of Tews Funeral Home
February 20, 2006
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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