Walter J. Blum

1931 - 2016

Walter J. Blum obituary, 1931-2016, Yorkville, IL

BORN

1931

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Overman-Jones Funeral Home

15219 South Joliet Road

Plainfield, Illinois

Walter Blum Obituary

Walter J. Blum

Born: Oct.24, 1931; in Joliet, IL

Died: Jan. 30, 2016; in Joliet, IL

Walter J. Blum, age 84, a resident of Yorkville, IL passed away peacefully on January 30, 2016, at Rosewood Care Center in Joliet, IL. He was born on October 24, 1931, in Joliet, IL.

Wally is survived by his devoted wife of 58 years, Kay (nee Ryan); his loving children, Patricia (the late Keith Pace) Blum, David Blum and Jeanette (Greg) Smeets; his cherished grandchildren, Brandon and Brittany Smeets; his brothers, Raymond (Joan) Blum and Anthony (Kathy) Blum; as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins and many good friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Marie Blum; his brothers, Leo, Leonard and Robert Blum.

Wally loved the land. He was a lifelong farmer and member of the Will County Farm Bureau. He enjoyed dancing and was a member of the Coyote Moon Dancers, Kingsway Kickers and Heartland Dancers. A lifelong member of St. Mary Immaculate Catholic Church, Plainfield, Wally was the lead usher of the 7:30 AM Mass for many, many years. He was a 3rd degree member of the Knights of Columbus Good Shepherd Council #5573 and a longtime member of the Joliet Moose Lodge. For many years, Wally also enjoyed working at Buikema's Ace Hardware in Naperville.

The family would like to extend their deepest appreciation to the staff of Rosewood Care Center and Joliet Area Community Hospice for the loving care shown to Wally and his family.

Visitation will be Friday, February 5, 2:00 until 8:00 PM at the Overman-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, corner of Routes 30 & 59, Plainfield. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, February 6, 11:00 AM at St. Mary Immaculate Catholic Church, 15629 S. Route 59, Plainfield. Interment will follow at St. Mary Immaculate Cemetery.

For information please call 815/436-9221 or visit http://www.overman-jones.com/

Published by Herald-News from Feb. 3 to Feb. 4, 2016.
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May and fsmily sorry about your lose Wally was a great friend to be around he will be surely missed Pam and John Maham

February 8, 2016

Kay & Family:

I am so sorry for your loss. Wally had a great smile, and I enjoyed knowing him, if only for a little while.

You are in my prayers.

Pat Riley

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February 3, 2016

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15629 S. Route 59, Plainfield, IL

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