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1921 - 2010
 Marjorie Blinn age 89 passed away at her home in Greenville on Friday June 4, 2010.She was born in Belding MI on May 21, 1921, the daughter of Herman H. and Dorothy Duplock Salzman who had emigrated from England in 1915 and 1919. Marjorie was the valedictorian of the Class of 1939 of Belding High School and was also a graduate of Western Michigan University. She was a retired 4th grade and elementary school art teacher in Greenville and a long time member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church Greenville and its Altar Guild and Vestry, the Michigan Education Association, the Per Gradus Club, the Flat River Historical Society, and the Washington Club.
She married Thomas C. Blinn on December 20, 1951. She was preceded in death by her sister Dorothy Louise Salzman in 1934.
Surviving besides her husband Tom of Greenville are two sons: Jim and Amanda and grandson Herman of Seattle WA, and Peter Blinn of Greenville.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday July 24 at 11 AM at St. Paul's Episcopal Church with the Rev. John R. Kirkman officiating. Burial will be in River Ridge Cemetery in Belding. Memorial contributions may be given to the Fighting Falcon Military Museum or the Flat River Historical Museum.
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There are currently 5 condolences.
Pam Merren-Allen
Friday July 23, 2010 at
8:04 AM
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Dear Mr. Blinn and family, We were saddened to hear of Mrs. Blinns passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sinecrely, The Steve Allen family
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Sister Marie Therese Poliquin, O.S.B.
Tuesday June 8, 2010 at
11:51 PM
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Dear Tom, Jim, Amanda, Peter, Herman, A friendship of 60 years continues in prayer and memories of happy times we shared. Continuing contact with family will help overcome the sense of loss. May Marjorie enjoy the eternal reward promised to those who have faithfully served the Lord in this world. My loving sympathy and prayers,
Sister Marie Therese Poliquin, O.S.B.
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Valerie Vander Mark
Tuesday June 8, 2010 at
10:13 PM
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Marjorie became a dear friend when we shared an office in the Cass Street building with all the "specials" (art, music, PE, speech, psychology teacher). And she WAS special. I loved her talent, humor and intelligence, and will miss her.
Val Vander Mark
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Theresa Saur-Brace
Saturday June 5, 2010 at
11:42 PM
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Mr Blinn and Sons, I have no idea what to say. You had a beloved soul mate that only the blessed have in the heart. To have that and then in God he sees her soul shine. Be so proud that you cared, loved and covented her all these years. Marjoie is smiling sweet, at peace. Blessed, grateful she had a man like you to share this wonderful life with. You will always be her hero, and you will always be my HERO! Peace and prayers Mr Blinn.
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Kimberly Moore-Smith
Saturday June 5, 2010 at
10:37 AM
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Mr. Blinn and Family,
May your memories comfort you during this difficult and sad time. Wishing you peace and healing as you go forward. My thoughts and prayers are with you. A former student
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