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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.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
August 1, 2021
Friend
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
Student
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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