BORN

1949

DIED

2011

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Indianapolis, Indiana

Susan Vaughn Blankenbaker Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 21, 2011.

Susan Vaughn Holsapple-Blankenbaker passed away on April 21, 2011 in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was 61.Susie was an outstanding individual who believed that education is a journey not a destination. She excelled as a master educator in cosmetology and esthetician instruction and was one of two Cidesco Diplomats in Indiana. She was co-owner and Executive Director of Education at A Cut Above Beauty College. Susie is survived by her loving husband Leslie Blankenbaker, daughters; Amy Holsapple,and Julie Randall, her son Shawn(wife Kathy)Holsapple, three sisters; Charlene Drake, Sandra Jo Case, Sharon Golden, and her brother Douglas Vaughn.She is also survived by her loving grandchildren; Kayliegh and Phelan Holsapple.Friends may call on Monday, April 25, 2011 from 4-8 p.m. in Little and Sons Funeral Home Stop 11 Chapel. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday. April 26, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. also in the funeral home.Graveside service and burial in Whited Cemetery, Liberty, KY.Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.www.littleandsonsindianapolis.com.

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May 1, 2011

Sandy Sloan

I love and miss you Susie. Thank you for the love and laughs. Your influence will last for generations through the thousands of lives you touched.

April 25, 2011

Viles

Shawn,

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Lisa & Jerry Viles

April 25, 2011

Karen Maynard

Always Remember when GOD made Susie He did so with a purpose and a plan. He saw her days before she even lived one of them and placed over her the covering of His Protective Love. He calls her by Name. She is His Beloved Child the apple of His eye.... The delight of his HEART. My Dear Fiend I Love You with all HEART. My world will not be the same with out you. I will Miss You Susie,But your work here on earth is done. So I will see you later in a BETTER Place. Kego

April 25, 2011

Joan Wicklas

Although I didn't know Susie well, I remember her as a sweet, gentle, giving person. My thoughts and prayers are with Susie and her loving familly and friends.

April 24, 2011

Sharon Farrell

Please accept my sympathy. I will always remember the fun times with Susie and her dedication to education. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Sharon Barrett-Farrell

April 23, 2011

Mary Ann Armstrong

" To all who knew Susie, we are Blessed, because she touched our lives in some way, even if it was for a short time, she was a "Light" that shined so bright that you couldn't help but be drawn toward it.I am truly sorry for the family's lose. She will be greatly missed by all of her Cosmetology Family and I would like to Thank You for sharing this wonderful person with us. God bless you!

April 23, 2011

Kathy Weathers

Amy, We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Kathy and Dan Weathers

April 23, 2011

Cheryl Zoll

Dear Amy,
We are so sorry for your loss. Your mother must have been a very special person to have such a special daughter. May you find comfort from the many memories you shared. Love, Clark, Cheryl, Annie, Lauren

April 23, 2011

Kellie Dussault

Sweet Susie.... You were such an amazing inspiration to so many!!
All my love and prayers go out to your family!
You will be greatly missed, but a piece of you will live on in each of us girls from regency!!
I love you!

April 23, 2011

Sarah Hopkins

Miss Susie touched every life she encountered. The world is a lesser place without her. I hear her voice everytime I pick up a pair of shears. I wilk miss you greatly.

April 23, 2011

katie boyce

As I'm sure everyone already knows Susie was AMAZING. I would like to thank her family for sharing her with all of us and being so supportive to her. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Miss Susie thanks soooo much for your love and dedication to education and cosmetology, no one can compare to you. Your regency family will miss you dearly.
I love you miss Susie!

April 22, 2011

Amy, Shawn, and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
God bless,
Ron, Cyndi, Codey, Carley, and Connor Williams

April 22, 2011

Mindy Bennett

Susie was a wonderful woman, friend, mother, grandmother and wife. She will be missed by many.
All my love,
Mindy

April 22, 2011

Amy,

We all are sorry for your lose. It will get easier we promise. Your Mom is in a better place. Love,Your Zesco.com Family

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