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Marian Blakeman

Resident of Sunnyvale

Passed away on Saturday, June 16, 2012. She was born November 2, 1928 on the farm she would grow up on, in Norfolk, Nebraska.

Marian graduated from Winside High School in Norfolk. She moved to Sunnyvale, California in 1956 and enjoyed a long career as a drug and grocery clerk.

Marian was preceded in death by her mother and father, Frederick and Lydia Schroeder, and her sister, Evelyn.

She is survived by her sisters, Lucille and Mildred; her twin brother, Marvin; her daughter, Patricia and her husband Mike; her grandchildren Lisa, Michael, Lindsay, and Emily; and her great grandchildren Caleb and Tyler.

Memorial services to be held at a later date.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by San Jose Mercury News/San Mateo County Times on Jun. 23, 2012.

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Paula and Rich Crossman

July 7, 2012

Patty, We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. It's never easy when you lose someone close and we send you and all your family our love and prayers along with a great big hug.

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