BORN

1939

DIED

2015

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Lorene Blandford Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 31, 2015.

Blandford, Lorene C.,75, of Louisville, passed away March 28, 2015 surroundedby loving family. Lorene was a loving mother, understanding friend, a gifted teacher who graduated from Spalding University with her BS and MA degrees and an active member of Dixie Valley Church of God.

Lorene is preceded in death by her son Marty Blandford.

Left to cherish her memory is her former husband John Blandford, loving children, Mary Anne Hall (Tracy), John Kevin Blandford, Angela M. Blandford, Joseph Blandford and her siblings, David and Joe Griffey.She was a beloved grandmother to Aletha, Lori, Casey and Danielle , eight great-grandchildren and had numerous nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life Service to honor Lorene will be Friday 11am at Dixie Valley Church of God, 4703 Quinn Drive, Lou, KY 40216 with entombment to follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday 10 am-8 pm at Evergreen Funeral Home.

The family requests memorial donations in Lorene's name be directed to Dixie Valley Church of God.

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August 1, 2021

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Rosie Robinson

Dear Family,
I'm so sorry to find out that my best friend has gone on to be with the Lord...the last time I talked to her was in 2008, after losing my husband...I was grieving and when I tried to reach her I couldn't get her...lately one of our students told me that she had passed...I was Mrs. Blandford's assistant at Semple Elementary School, I loved her like a sister, she was truly a Godsend to me. We prayed for our students before class and we we told that we had the best behaved students in the class...She was a true Angel sent by God! May she rest in peace and I just know that she has her crown...Guys I Loved your mom very much...She will always be a memory in my heart that gives me strength and a Smile! She was a true Christian and she walked the walk... Much Love to the family, you have my deepest sympathy, I know that you lost a Jewel, Mrs. Blandford was a very loving and caring person...

June 3, 2017

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Thomas Phillips

Mrs. Blandford taught me 6th grade at Most Blessed Sacrament from 1966-67. She was my favorite teacher, and she was loads of fun.

April 26, 2015

Jeffrey Thomas

Joe,

Sorry to hear of your loss. She was a wonderful women and a loving child of GOD.

April 11, 2015

Theresa, Michael Blandford Webb

Lorene you were more than a sister-in-law to me. You were a special lady to my entire family. You are a star. Love always.

April 2, 2015

doris o'ddaniel

Mary Ann, Kevin, Angela, Joe, & John, please accept my sincere condolences. I loved Lorene dearly. She was such a support to me when we worked together at Sacrament. We became good friends but failed to keep in touch and I missed her. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Much love to each of you,

April 2, 2015

Almyra Hornberger

Lorene was my fellow teacher at Semple Elementary. She was a good friend and an example of a devoted teacher. She will be missed.

April 2, 2015

Roger and Debra Davis

We are sending up prayers to the entire family. Lorene was so, so good to Debra's Dad, Raymond Bledsoe. They went to Church at Divie Valley together and she lived just around the corner from him. I'll never forget her kindness shown to him and forever be grateful to her! Now they are both rejoicing in Heaven!

April 2, 2015

Gary

Angela, hope your wonderful memories of your Mother will give you peace and comfort in the days ahead.

April 2, 2015

Phil Monks

Joe, prayers for Lorene, you and your family.

April 1, 2015

Sherry Bayne

I never realized exactly how much you looked like grandma Betty until the other night.
My hopes are that the two of you are once again sharing time together in heaven sitting on a swing and wearing your golden wings.

P.S.
I know if there is a (Stewart's ) (Bacons) or a (J.C Pennies) in heaven grandma Betty has already taken you shopping.

April 1, 2015

Stephanie Leffler

So sorry to hear about the loss of Ms. Blandford. I was a classmate of Marty and have thought about him throughout the many years. Wishing healing and peace for the entire family.

April 1, 2015

Brian, Jana, Savannah, & Evan Blandford

We love you Aunt Lorene. God bless you and all the lives that you have touched that have made this world a better place to be...

April 1, 2015

Karen Henderson

Aunt Lorene you were always there for me when I needed you. You were a bright star in my life and I am forever grateful to call you my Aunt. I know Marty was there waiting for you and it taking good care of you like he did me when we were little. You taught me a lot by just how you lived. Thank you

April 1, 2015

I am sorry for the loss of Lorene. I knew Lorene from the ISA experience. She was a beautiful lady inside and out. Prayers for her and her family.
Rosalie Cockerel

April 1, 2015

Lorene was a real Christian. She walked the walk.

April 1, 2015

F.F.

You have my deepest sympathy on your immeasurable loss. Life is so short and those we love are gone from our lives too quickly. God's promise to empty the grave in the near future is found at Hosea 13:14. May the God of loyal love comfort you during your time of sorrow.

March 31, 2015

Terry Johns

Angela , I'm sorry for your loss. Your mom was a sweet lady and loved the Lord. I will be praying for you and your family during this time of sorrow.

March 31, 2015

kevin blandford

We have all loved her so very much let's live by her faithful example and be lovers to everyone we may meet for we never know when we'll meet an angel like her again. I love you mom forever and a day.

March 31, 2015

Peggy Broderick

My condolences to all of Lorene's family.
We attended St. Benedict's School together and then Loretto High School.
She always had a sweet spirit about her and was a good friend. Her memory will remain with me.

March 31, 2015

Rick C.

I am sorry to hear of Mrs. Blandford's passing. She taught me in 6th Grade at St. Ann's. She taught us how to read and play music on the recorder flute. I still have the flute and have always thought about her when I play it and will continue forthe rest of my life. I will remember her and the family in my
daily prayers.

March 31, 2015

Donald&Sherry Blandford

Lorene, when I was a child you did so much for me and as an adult,you gave me so much support. You never once asked for anything and you never braged about about yourself. You were such a giving and forgiving person. Your life was an example for us to follow. Even in death you have touch so many hearts. So today I want to thank you and once again, Thank you,I love you. Today you are in heaven. Please pray for all the broken hearts that miss you. There are many.

March 31, 2015

Virginia Priest

Fred and I send our condolences to the family. Mary Anne Hall, you and your family are in our prayers. May God comfort you and bring you strength. Your mother is now in the presence of the Lord and suffers no more. Love to you from your friends.

March 31, 2015

Kathlene Riley

My condolences to all of Lorene's family. She and I worked together at Holy Family School, and I knew her to be a person of great faith and love of her family.

March 31, 2015

Mary Anne Hall

Mom your light will still shine in all of us. I cherish our many wonderful memories together and will miss you dearly. I love you forever.

March 31, 2015

Scott and Lucy Moran

Angela and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your Mother. We know how special she was to all of you. May many pleasant memories bring you comfort and peace, and may God bless your family at this time of sorrow.

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