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Juele Blankenburg Obituary
Juele Marie Hughes Blankenburg, 88, of Glenview, IL, passed peacefully on Friday, September 11, 2020. She is survived by her children: Barton Blankenburg of Chicago, Laura (Stephen) Laughlin of Springfield, Mo., Tracy (Mark) Paul of Philo, IL; Seven grand-children: Sarah, Kathryn, Amanda, Joseph, Jacob, Rachel, and Ellen Marie; and three great-grand-children: Millicent, Meredith, and Sarah.
She was a long time educator at Oakton Community College, Lewis University, and Argosy University. She was also a docent at the Field Museum - Chicago in the Pawnee Lodge where she taught visitors about native Americans.
She attended Taft High School, Illinois Institute of Technology as an undergraduate, and completed advanced degrees at Lewis University.
She was also active in the civil rights movement and an ardent supporter of women's rights.
There will be no services. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Field Museum at https://app.mobilecause.com/form/aZnf4w
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Ellen
March 4, 2024
She was a great grandmother, she was very lovely and supportive. I miss her greatly. I unfortunately lost touch with her and my family due to personal reasons but I will never forget how she laughed and light up a room with her present. Rest in peace grandma juele. I love you and miss you.
Russell Ekstrom
June 3, 2022
I lost touch with Juele done years ago and was sad to learn of her passing. She was a super lady -- always fun and indulgent of all those kids next door! Lifting the family in love and light, and thinking of you all. [email protected]
Andrea
October 2, 2020
Juele was an amazing educator and a great friend.
Pat Michel
September 30, 2020
When I remember Juele I can hear her laugh and see her smile. She and all her co-workers at Oakton cared so much about students, staff and especially for each other. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to work with her and experience her kindness, respect for others and sense of humor. May she rest in peace.
Martha Casazza
September 29, 2020
Juele was one of the most caring, sensitive women I have ever worked with. I cherish memories of our times together and the difference she made for so many students.
Phyllis Deutsch
September 29, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. I will love you and miss you always.
Robert Stanley
September 29, 2020
A woman of great compassion and strong intellect, a blessing to all those around her.
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