William M. Bluedorn, aged 82 years, of 1921 Pennsylvania Ave, died in his home this morning at 9 o'clock, following 10 weeks of illness.

He was born in Germany, August 17,1862 of Fred and Caroline Black Bluedorn. He came to this country at the age of nine years. Mr Bluedorn was a tin mill worker and had been married for 60 years to the former Mrs. Ida Hammond Bluedorn.The deceased was a member of Clifton Flats Mission. Children surviving are; Mrs John Ficht, Mrs. Lettie Dout, Mrs. Margaret Pardick, Samue, of Warren, O.,and William Bluedorn. 13 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be Saturday at 2:30 p.m., from the John B. Bigler funeral home, 1135 South Mill street, formerly the Ritchie funeral home. Rev. Samuel Baker will be in charge. Interment will be in Oak Park Cemetery.

The family will be at the funeral home this evening and Friday afternoon and evening.