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Thomas M. Blake, 82, the beloved husband of the late Margaret Mary nee Wagner, passed away at the age of 82. He was a loving father to Tom, David, and Laura, and a proud grandfather to Danny, Erin, Emma, Natalie, Ryley, Kevin, Andrew, Timmy, and Olivia. Thomas was also a cherished uncle and a dear friend to Kathy Sullivan. He was a dedicated member of the IBEW Local Union #134 and had a fulfilling career with the Chicago Park District.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, July 10, 2025, from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m., with the funeral service to follow on Friday, July 11, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Curley Funeral Home in Chicago Ridge, IL. Interment will take place at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care of Joliet or The Friends of Sunny Hill. For funeral information, please contact 708-422-2700 or visit www.curleyfuneralhome.com.

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