Leah Mae Blaesing
Leah Mae Blaesing, age 77, of the Illinois Veterans Home, formerly of 904 Monroe, died on Saturday, January 19, 2008 at 9:15 AM in the Home. She was born on April 25, 1930 in Chicago, IL the daughter of Willard Gene & Peggy (Mason) Wild. Along with her mother, Leah was also raised by a step-father: James Baker. She married Albert W. Blaesing on June 26, 1948. He preceded her in death on August 25, 2006. Mrs. Blaesing had worked at Blessing Hospital and the Illinois Veterans Home but was always primarily a homemaker.
Leah loved her family, friends, her church family, and the Veterans Home family of caregivers with whom she had spent the last three years. Leah had attended both Grandview and River of Life Churches, where she was known affectionately as the ‘cookie lady’. She felt it her calling and gift to bake for others. Leah was a small, courageous lady who loved to accomplish projects. She never let her handicap slow her down. Leah leaves us with a legacy of determination, family get-togethers and love.
She is survived by:
FOUR CHILDREN: Mike Blaesing and his wife Mary of Quincy; Judy Woutzke of Quincy; Lynne Black and her husband Mike of Quincy; Jim Blaesing and his wife Jennifer of Mt. Sterling.
EIGHT GRANDCHILDREN: Michael Blaesing and his wife Gina; John Schlueter and his wife Billie, Steven Kommer, Stephanie Schultz, Sarah Dodd, Logan Blaesing, Alexa Blaesing and Mia Blaesing.
9 Great-grandchildren: two sisters: Bonnie Thompson and her husband John, and Donna Dubois, and 1 half Sister: Esther Kelly.
Numerous nieces, nephews and other family & friends also survive.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and 2 daughters: Kimberly Blaesing and Susan Kommer.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 22, 2008 at 1:00 PM in the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home by the Rev. Richard Wagner. Interment in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from noon until the time of the services. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association.
I was so sorry to hear about Aunt Leah. She was my godmother and always so kind to me. I remember coming to visit her when I lived in Quincy during my college years. I will always keep my fond memories of Aunt Leah with me.
The whole Blaesing family:
We are truly sorry for you loss. Leah will be missed greatly. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Chad, Sarah (Lerch) and Jackson Taylor
Dear family,
I’m Mary Mathews Garramone ( Bonnie’s daughter).
I wanted to apolagize for not comng down for Aunt Leah’s funeral with Mom and Jane. My job was not able to let me off at this time. My love and prayers are with you all. I know hoe much Aunt Leah loved us all and I wish I could have shared moe time with her before she left this earth. I know that she is with Uncle Al and Susan and Kim and praying for all of us who loved her. God Bless you all. My prayer is for God’s peace to be heal and comfort you at this time.
sincerely,
Mary J. Garramone
Judy and family,
I’m sorry to hear of your families loss, your mom was a neat lady, I got to talk to her alot when I worked at the Adams County Health Dept. , she was always a joy to talk to. Take Care.
Deb
We are so sorry for your loss of your Mom, Leah. I have such good memories of her and all of you from when she and my Dad, Bill Smith, were together. We were happy to visit with her when we went to see Dad at the Veteran’s Home as they were just down the hall from each other.
I would to offer my deepest condolences to the To the Blaesing family. I regret not being able to make the funeral because of work but wanted to let the family know they are in my thoughts and prayers. I have fond memories of my childhood when my family would see the Blaesing family at our grandparents, Jim & Peg Bakers’ home. I remember the most incredible meals, fried chicken, mashed potatoes, etc. More importantly, I remember how wonderful it was to be with family. Hanging out with my cousins exploring the woods behind their home. Al & Leah were always so kind to us kids. Wishing Mike, Judy, Lynn, and Jimmy and your children all the best.