Arlene Blake

Arlene Blake nee Manske, age 86, of Chicago. Born January 9, 1935, passed away peacefully at home on May 6, 2021. Beloved wife of Robert Blake; loving mother of Darlene (Gordon) Lohrman, Michael Baxter, and the late Lynne Treiber; cherished grandmother of many. Visitation Thursday, May 13, 2021 at 3 pm to 8 pm at Drake & Son Funeral Home 5303 N. Western Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60625. Final Viewing Prayers Friday, May 14, 2021 at 9:30 am from the Funeral Home. Mass of Resurrection Friday, May 14, 2021 at 10:30 am at St. Gregory the Great Church, 5545 N. Paulina Street Chicago, Illinois 60640. Committal & Entombment Service will follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery Mausoleum 7201 Archer Road Justice, Illinois, 60458. For information: 773-561-6874.

In consideration of the safety of all our guests and associates, Drake & Son Funeral Home will adhere to the current gathering restrictions in the state of Illinois, which allows 50 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.