Paula and I were so sorry to hear of Joan's passing. She was a wonderful lady. I always looked forward to seeing her when I stopped at the store. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May she rest in peace.
Chris

Message from David and Evelyn Miner

February 15, 2016 5:08 PM

Hi Bill and Blanding family,
So sorry to learn of your loss. It was always reassuring when checking out at the counter to glance up and see Joan doing business in the office.
Bill-- Will see you in the spring when we return from Florida.
Look forward to our chit-chat. Dave and Evelyn

Message from Bob, Michele Hyde & Family

February 12, 2016 5:33 PM

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. May you all hold your memories of Her close to your hearts. Gold Bless.

Message from Roger & Meg Shephard

February 12, 2016 3:15 PM

To the Blanding family,

We are so saddened to hear the loss of your wonderful mother Joan . Mrs Blanding was always smiling and her joy for her family and community was shared with so many .
Please know we are praying for you all during this time

Expression of Sympathy

A TROPICAL DISH GARDEN WITH FRESH FLOWERS was sent on February 11, 2016

Deepest sympathies Emery Waterhouse

Message from Meghan, Joseph, and Margaret Carter

February 11, 2016 4:47 PM

May the memories you have shared together as part of such a special family surround you with warmth and comfort in your time of loss.

Message from Cheryl Mohorter

February 10, 2016 8:57 PM

Mr. Blanding, Karen and boys. I'm so sorry for your loss Mrs. Blanding was a very special lady. She was a breath of sunshine and I enjoyed the times I spent with her and your wonderful family. Love to all of you in this very difficult time. ❤️

Expression of Sympathy

A MONET'S GARDEN TABLE BASKET was sent on February 10, 2016

In loving memory of Isabell. We are so very sorry for your loss. Mary and Glenn Zimmerman

Message from Sophia Biel and Family

February 10, 2016 3:30 PM

Blanding Family:
Please accept our condolences...what a wonderful, beautiful woman. God has blessed you all.

Message from Christopher Albro

February 10, 2016 2:30 PM

My sincerest heartfelt sympathy to all of the Blending family. Mrs. B was like a second mother to me growing up. When I ran away from home, I ran to her an Mr. B and their children. She had special way of calming me and putting me at ease. I loved her! She was a grand lady. She and you all are in my prayers. Jesus has her now and she is watching over us all.

A candle was lit by Christopher Albro on February 10, 2016 2:23 PM

Expression of Sympathy

A SWEET AND WARM REMEMBRANCE PEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was ordered on February 10, 2016

Message from Dr. Finnerty and staff

February 10, 2016 9:54 AM

We were saddened to hear of the passing of your wife, mother and grandmother. Our prayers are with you all.

Message from Darlene Panebianco

February 10, 2016 9:43 AM

My deepest sympathy goes out to the entire Blanding family. Our family's have been connected for many years. I have shared times or stories with all of you at one point or another. My heart is saddened to hear of this lose. She was a wonderful woman and I personally never saw her without a smile on her face. (Not to say that she could frown when scolding the boys, which knowing all of them I could see it happening at one time or another. ) We have lost a beautiful woman but Heaven has gained an Angel. May God bless you all and comfort your hearts at this time. Hold onto the memories as they are what gets you through. Sincerely, Darlene

A candle was lit by Darlene Panebianco on February 10, 2016 9:38 AM

Expression of Sympathy

A TRADITIONAL FUNERAL BASKET was sent on February 10, 2016

With our deepest sympathy from all of your friends at Bellucci Enterprises Inc.

A candle was lit by Katie Herzog on February 10, 2016 6:57 AM

A candle was lit by Carl (Butch ) Weaver on February 10, 2016 12:19 AM

Message from Genevieve and Mark Garland

February 9, 2016 8:57 PM

You taught so many of us things that we will never forget.Cooking and how family was very special and you placed that first. We will miss you . And keep you close to our hearts.

Message from Dennis and Judy Hubbs

February 9, 2016 7:36 PM

Bill, you and Joan raised a fine upstanding family. It is a blessing to have you as dear friends. Her warm smiles and pleasant greetings will be remembered always.

Message from Bill Adams

February 9, 2016 7:13 PM

We are very sorry for your mother's passing. May she RIP.

A candle was lit by Cheryl Hulsizer Anderson on February 9, 2016 5:08 PM

Message from Mary and Tim Giblin

February 9, 2016 4:54 PM

To all of the Blanding family....I am so very sorry to see Mrs. Blanding has passed. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. I know my mom Irene is happy up in Heaven. May you rest in Peace, dear sweet lady...

A candle was lit by Mary (Mesmer) and Tim Giblin on February 9, 2016 4:50 PM

Message from Jack and Robin Seeber Myers

February 9, 2016 3:31 PM

Our condolences to the family. Sorry to hear of Joan's passing. May she rest in peace and you all keep her close to your hearts by sharing all the wonderful stories.
Love Jack and Robin Myers

Message from Martha Eischen

February 9, 2016 3:01 PM

My deepest condolences to the entire Blanding family. She will be missed by our community. It is very clear though that she will live on in all of you. She raised some really wonderful children.

A candle was lit by Jack and Robin Myers on February 9, 2016 2:08 PM

Message from Mark & Alysia Clary

February 9, 2016 12:56 PM

Dear Blanding Family,

We are very sorry for your loss and hope that your memories give you comfort and support through these difficult days.

Message from The Davidson Family

February 9, 2016 12:33 PM

Much condolence and peace to the Blanding Family.
Mrs. Blanding will be sincerely missed, but will surely be honored. The Blandings have been a great blessing and joy for our community! God Bless the Blanding Family today and always.
All our love,
The Davidson's

Message from Ken and Kelli Zesky

February 9, 2016 12:01 PM

Warm thoughts and prayers sent to our friends and the rest of the family.May she rest in peace.

Message from Norm and Sam Grenier

February 9, 2016 11:54 AM

We are so sorry for your loss. She will be greatly missed

Sincerely Norm and Sam

Message from Tony Prestianne

February 9, 2016 11:54 AM

My condolences to the Blanding family from Tony Prestianne (Alicia's dad) and Karen Barrett

A candle was lit by Norm and Sam Grenier on February 9, 2016 11:51 AM

Message from Jim and Dee Ann Traub

February 9, 2016 11:44 AM

Bill and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Joan was a wonderful lady. Her smile and contributions to the Bridgeport Community will never forgotten. May God Bless Joanie and all of you.

Message from Don Mitchell

February 9, 2016 11:00 AM

My deepest sympathy to the Blanding family for your loss. I truly enjoyed shopping at the store and receiving the friendly, helpful and honest service from everyone there. She always had a friendly word.

Message from Dan Damon

February 9, 2016 10:53 AM

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Blanding family in their time of sorry.
She was great woman. and will be surly missed, by all of Bridgeport. RIP Joan.

A candle was lit by Rene Graverson on February 9, 2016 10:07 AM

Message from Jeff and Carol Eymer

February 9, 2016 9:54 AM

So sorry for your loss Dave and Eileen 💔

Message from Eileen Blanding

February 9, 2016 7:46 PM

Thank you. Jeff and Carol! Mom even got to spend some time at your old place in Key West.

Message from Diane and Sam Graham

February 9, 2016 9:44 AM

To the entire Blanding family, a great lady with an awesome family! We are so sorry for your loss.....

A candle was lit by Rick, Linda & Jolene Carr on February 9, 2016 9:24 AM

Message from Debbie Colling

February 9, 2016 9:21 AM

I am so very sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to Donald and Dwayne, and the entire family. I will always remember Joan for her cheerfulness and everlasting smile. She will be greatly missed and loved always by many. My thoughts and prayers will be with you all at this time of grief. Rest In Peace, Mrs. Blanding.

Message from Jean and Ed Karl

February 9, 2016 9:13 AM

Our hearts and prayers go out to the family. She was a very special lady and will be truly missed.

A candle was lit by Debbie Colling on February 9, 2016 9:13 AM

Message from David and Deborah Turtura

February 9, 2016 9:10 AM

I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that we keep you in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you and help you through this very difficult time.

A candle was lit by David and Deborah Turtura on February 9, 2016 9:08 AM

A candle was lit by S Buckley on February 9, 2016 8:48 AM

Message from Linda Carter

February 9, 2016 8:36 AM

Bill and all of the wonderful Blanding family, I am so sorry for your loss. Bridgeport has lost one of their most amazing women, She always had a bright smile and loving word for everyone she met. May God give you peace Joan. God Bless, all. Linda Carter

Message from Frank mcfall

February 9, 2016 7:40 AM

So very sorry for your loss. She was a fine lady and I am happy to have known her for all the years that I have.. Rip Joan..

A candle was lit by Frank McFall on February 9, 2016 7:35 AM

Message from Kristine Burleigh

February 9, 2016 6:38 AM

Billy and Tanya,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the memories you have keep her close to your heart and get you through this difficult time.

God Bless - Kristine

A candle was lit by Joni Hudson Seubert on February 9, 2016 2:56 AM

Message from Joni Hudson Seubert

February 9, 2016 2:55 AM

What I will miss most is your laugh & how happy family made you. And, of course, yelling at the "boys" when they were acting up! My last Aunt. I love you and hope you rest in peace.

Joni

Message from Ed Burghardt and Flo Zehr

February 8, 2016 9:41 PM

Joanie, You will be missed so very much by Ed and I. We will miss going out to dinner and enjoying your company..May you rest in peace ...We love you,Eddie and Flo

A candle was lit by Ed and Flo on February 8, 2016 9:37 PM

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