Obituary

Irving Walanka, 77; beloved husband of the late Karen nee Pierce for 46 wonderful years; loving father of Elizabeth; devoted son of the late Emanuel and Bessie. Irv was a passionate supporter and volunteer for NECHAMA-Jewish Response To Disaster. He was treasured by many, especially his Moriah community and will be deeply missed by all. Graveside service Wednesday, 12:00 PM at Shalom Memorial Park, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Moriah Congregation, https://moriahcong.org/, NECHAMA-Jewish Response To Disaster, https://nechama.org/, and JCC Chicago Early Childhood at Beth Emet, https://earlychildhood.jccchicago.org/beth-emet-synagogue/about-beth-emet-the-free-synagogue/. For a link to view the service, shiva information and to leave condolences: Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, (847) 255-3520 or www.shalommemorial.org http://www.shalommemorial.org


Service Information

Service : Wednesday, October 19th at 12:00 pm
Service Location: Graveside Service -Shalom Memorial Park

Interment:
Shalom Memorial Park
1700 W. Rand Road
Arlington Heights

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