In loving memory of

Blenna Jean Blessington

November 6, 1929 - August 23, 2015
Blenna Jean Blessington

Blenna Jean Blessington

Born: November 6, 1929
Died: August 23, 2015
Age: 85
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   Blenna Jean Blessington, age 85, of Lake View, IA, passed away at Blackhawk Life Care Center in Lake View on Sunday, August 23, 2015.  Blenna was born on November 6, 1929, to parents Ted and Clara (Stanzel) Barr in Wall Lake, IA.  Blenna attended grade school and high school in Wall Lake.

   On May 17, 1947, Blenna was united in marriage to Lloyd Blessington in Sac County, IA.  The couple enjoyed watching and participating in stockcar races together.  This union was later blessed with nine children: Kathy, Cheryl, Bob, Wanda, Dennis, Marsha, Gerry, Kent, and Sandy.  

   Over the years, Blenna worked as a waitress at the Carlson House and at Lakewood, she was a clerk at Bob’s Market and then worked as an aid for home care.  Blenna later retired in 1992.  In her spare time she was a den mother for the cub scouts, a member of the Methodist Church in Lake View and enjoyed gardening, going to garage sales, and reading.  She was an avid fan of the Chicago Bulls and Michael Jordan.  Blenna loved spending time with her family and watching her children and grandchildren in their activities.  She also loved driving around the lake with her dog Billie. She will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved her. 

 Survivors include her children: Kathy (Mike) Rodman of Hartford, IA, Cheryl (Dennis) Dunkin of Grundy Center, IA, Bob Blessington of Lake View, IA, Wanda (John) Gibson of Waukee, IA, Dennis (Lori) Blessington of Lake View, IA, Marsha Blessington of Vinton, IA, Gerry (Kay) Blessington of Auburn, IA, Kent (Eileen) Blessington of Auburn, IA, Sandy (Ted) Marzorati of Columbus, NE ; grandchildren: Jeff, Sean, Craig, Curtis, Collin, Bobby, Gina, Lisa, Shanon, Brad, Helga, Jennifer, Patty, Teresa, Kasie, Jens, Mindy, Shelly, Tery, Michelle, Melissa, John, Mark, Calvin, Eric, Samantha, Theo; 46 great-grandchildren; 8 great-great-grandchildren; brother-in-law Arnold (Ethel) Blessington of Lake View, IA; sisters-in-law: Margaret Teague of Auburn, IA, Dorothy O’Tool of Odebolt, IA, Dee Blessington of Lake View, IA, Marie Blessington of Lake View, IA;  and many nieces and nephews.

   Blenna was preceded in death by her parents Ted and Clara Barr; husband Lloyd Blessington, sister Beoma and a brother in infancy; also her grandson’s Tony, Brent, and Dan.

Memorials can be directed to Blackhawk Life Care Center in Lake View, Iowa.

SERVICES

1:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 26, 2016
Lakes United Methodist Church
Lake View, Iowa

VISITATION
5-7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, August 25, 2015
Lakes United Methodist Church
Lake View, Iowa

Condolences

Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at 4:07 PM
“Deepest sympathy to you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.”
- Mike & K'Lee Naberhaus
Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at 4:07 PM
“Our deepest sympathies to all her family.”
- Mark & Tami Auen
Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at 9:04 AM
“Wanda, John and family, My thoughts and prayers to you as you adjust to your mother being gone. It looks as though she lived a long, wonderful life. But I know it is still startling when they are not where they have always been. My condolences as well.”
- Ptty Holden
Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at 9:04 AM
“Brennan was a beautiful lady who was always gracious and kind. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sadness. ”
- Joyce and Ron Bettin
Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at 9:04 AM
“Prayers to Blenna's family. She will be missed, but remembered by many in the community with fondly -- those from the grocery store and seeing her drive Ronald Meyer around in that big green car. Truly enjoyed knowing her. Thinking of you all. ”
- Sue Mein
Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at 9:04 AM
“Kathy and Mike,
You have are deepest sympathies. Wish we were closer to give you a hug. It meant so much for us to see you at my mom's. Know that you are in our prayers and thoughts at this time. ”
- John and Cindy Schwarzkopf
Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 9:12 AM
“Thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Thinking of you all. John & Teresa Drilling”
- John Drilling
Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 9:12 AM
“Please accept our sincere condolences for the loss of your mother. You and your family are in our prayers.”
- Nancy and Len Stephens
Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 9:12 AM
“Our sincere sympathies on the loss of your mother. ”
- Steve and Marilyn Christian
Monday, August 24, 2015 at 2:58 PM
“So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. Prayers for strength and understanding. may your memories make this time easier.”
- Charlene Green
Monday, August 24, 2015 at 12:12 PM
“ To the family of Blenna, So sorry to hear of your loss, I remember when I helped her fix the kitchen curtains in her home many years ago. She was a special lady. Our prayers are with you all.”
- Jan Moon & Al Mohr
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