Elmwood Funeral Chapel & Crematory

Visitation Information

Brian J. Blanford

Passed away on June 8, 2021

Brian J. Blanford, age 52, late of the East Side passed away on June 8, 2021. Beloved son of James and Maryan (nee Perkowski) Blanford. Loving brother of Mike (Julie) Blanford. Devoted uncle of twins Jennalyse and Michelle Blanford. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends. Brian was a member of South Chicago Parents and Friends. Memorial visitation Saturday, June 19, 2021, from 12:00 p.m. (Noon) until time of Memorial service at 3:00 p.m. at the Elmwood Chapel 11200 S. Ewing Ave. Chicago, IL 60617. Cemetery private. In lieu of flowers memorials to the South Chicago Parents and Friends organization in Brian’s name would be appreciated. 773-731-2749. www.elmwoodchapel.com.

Funeral Service:
Memorial Service at Elmwood Chapel
11200 S. Ewing Ave.
Chicago, IL 60617
Saturday, June 19, 2021 - 3:00 pm

Interment:
Cemetery Private

Memorial Contributions:

In lieu of flowers memorials to the South Chicago Parents and Friends organization in Brian's name would be appreciated.

Visitation Location

East Side
11200 S. Ewing Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 731-2749

Map

Visitation Information

Saturday, June 19, 2021 - 12:00 pm until 3:00 pm

Condolences
"My heart is heavy. I'll never forget the smile, joy and hugs Brian gave. To this day, I think of him every time I don a hat. No parent should ever lose a child.....especial one as special as Brian. Deepest sympathy - Mindy"
- Mindy Tumarkin
June 11, 2021 9:47 am
"RIP Brian ( my boyfriend) I will miss playing with all your zoo animals."
- Debbie Sullivan
June 11, 2021 6:02 pm
"Mike and family very sorry to here the passing of your beloved brother. My prayers and thoughts to you and may he RIP."
- Anne Morrissey
June 11, 2021 7:10 pm
"My heartfelt sympathy to the Blanford family. Brian was a treasure given by God and will be missed."
- Sylvia L Laski
July 1, 2021 3:44 pm
Candles Lit
"You were an angel here with us and now you're angel watching over us. Until we meet again, rest in peace Brian. My prayers are up for your family and friends. "
- Denise Powell
June 12, 2021 8:40 am
"Rest In Peace my friend. You brought joy to our lives at South Chicago Parents and Friends. You will be missed. "
- Tom Schell
June 17, 2021 9:51 am
"Brian will forever be in our hearts as we will remember fond memories of him at South Chicago Parents and Friends."
- Meredith O'Brien
June 17, 2021 12:21 pm
"Rest In Peace "
- Joyce Clopton
June 17, 2021 12:26 pm