Deacon Paul J. Walen, Sr., 81, beloved husband of Diane, nee Ficarelli for 60 years; devoted father of Mark (Lydia), Paul Jr. (Petra) and Lynda (John) Halama; proud grandfather of 9; great-grandfather of 14; loving brother of John (the late MaryVin), Mary (the late Gus) Mattera and the late Ann Marie Walen; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday, October 29, 2020, 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at St. Dominic Church, 440 E. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook, IL 60440. Mass of Christian Burial will be Private. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Justice, IL.
A member of the Diocese of Joliet Chapter Knights of Columbus, Deacon Paul will posthumously be a recipient of the 2020 Victor Cardosi Award.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital will be appreciated.
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 25 or fewer guests at services. Proper social distancing must be practiced and all guests will be required to wear face masks at all times. Thank you for your cooperation.
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