Donald W. Burns

Beloved husband of the late Merle W. Burns; survived by three children, daughter Robin Burns, daughter Karen (Matthew) Klein, son Michael Burns; two grandchildren, Katelyn and Thomas Klein; two brothers Patrick (Donna) Burns and Lawrence (Barbara) Burns; and many nieces and nephews.

Don served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1956 to 1962. He worked at Marshall Fields & Company for 40+ years as a furniture delivery truck driver. He was a member of the Daniel Dowling Council, Knights of Columbus and a proud Eagle Scout Dad. Don was an avid Chicago Cubs fan and it brought him joy to see the Cubs win a World Series in his lifetime.

In consideration of the safety of our guests and associates, Blake-Lamb Funeral Home will adhere to the current gathering restrictions in the state of Illinois, which allow 10 or fewer guests at the visitation. We will allow a rotation of guests allowing everyone to come and pay their respects. Proper social distancing must be practiced and all guests will be required to wear face masks at all times. Thank you for your cooperation.

A Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 20, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 4727 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn, IL. Please call the funeral home at 708-636-1193 and to reserve a time to come an pay your respects. A private family funeral will be held on Monday, December 21, 2020. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to: American Diabetes Association at www.diabetes.org or the American Heart Association at www.heart.org.