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Richard Blum Obituary
BLUM, Richard "Ric", age 69, of Clayton, passed away on Monday, July 3, 2023 after a courageous battle against cancer. Ric was Vice President of Ohio Loan Company, a long-standing family-owned business. He served in many capacities at the state and national level of the Pawnbroker Associations. Including being named the National Pawnbrokers Association Pawnbroker of the Year in 2014, named the Ohio Pawnbrokers Association 2015 Ohio Pawnbroker of the Year, and received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Midwest Pawnbrokers Association in 2017. Ric was passionate about the industry and building relationships with others, exemplified by his many articles publicized in "Today's Pawnbrokers".
He was a longtime member of Beth Jacob Synagogue, Beth Abraham Synagogue and Temple Israel. Those who knew him know that he was willing to help anyone with anything they needed, and his quick wit and sense of humor would put a smile on anyone's face.
Ric was preceded in death by his father, Hyman F. Blum in 2020. He is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years, Linda Blum; mother, Sylvia Blum; his four children, Stephanie Henning (Fiancé James Back Jr.), Michael (Kristin) Blum, Amy (Noam) Siegel, Emily Blum (Fiancé Justin Clouser) ; grandchildren, Joel Henning, Gabriella & Charles Blum, Isla & Henry Siegel, Alex (Mackenzie) Henning, Brandon (Skyler) Henning; Brother, Kenneth (Lisa) Blum; nephew, Philip (Rabbi Cantor Lily) Blum; great grandchildren, Scott Henning, Dominic Henning; great niece, Sunny Blum, other relatives and many friends.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, July 6, 2023 at Beth Jacob Synagogue, 7020 North Main Street with Rabbi Leibel Agar officiating. Interment Beth Jacob Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Northmont Education Foundation or Beth Jacob Synagogue in Ric's memory. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Marker & Heller Funeral Homes.
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Lou and Mary Tansky
June 29, 2024
Hard to believe it has been a year already. We think about you often. Our thoughts and prayers for Linda and family.
Linda Garber
July 29, 2023
I was so sorry to read about Ric´s passing. I think we were second cousins. Ric was friends with my brother, Sheldon. May you be comforted by your memories and may his memory be for a blessing.
Susan Sherrod
July 6, 2023
RIP brother. Thank you for the many years serving our industry with knowledge, pride, compassion and dignity.
Ron Solomon
July 6, 2023
Sincere condolences to Linda and the entire family. Ric was a wonderful person and a person that I was proud to consider a friend. Many great memories together. May he rest in peace.
Debbie Nahum
July 5, 2023
Sincere condolences on the loss of Ric. He was a longtime friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Debbie (Burke) Nahum.
Shawn Mitchell
July 5, 2023
My condolences. Ric will be missed as a friend and a colleague. He had a wealth of knowledge that can never be replaced.
Sincerely,
Shawn Mitchell
Murray and Tammy Greenberg and family
July 5, 2023
So sorry to hear this what a wonderful man sending prayers to all the family
Nan Lawary
July 5, 2023
Sorry for your loss, praying for you Sylvia and Kenny. Nan
Nancy Mendelson
July 5, 2023
Sending my love and thoughts. Ric was such a wonderful husband, father and friend.
May his memory be for a blessing.
Domina Matthews Page
July 5, 2023
Condolences to you all the loss of this generous and compassionate man.
DDNPAOL.COM
July 5, 2023
SINCE CONDOLENES TO FAMILY & FRIENDS OF THE LOSS OF RIC. LONGTIME FRIEND. SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. iN MY PRAYERS.
Jennifer Benjamin
July 5, 2023
I am so sorry to hear this my hugs and prayers to you all.
Jennifer &Bayla Bucciarelli
July 5, 2023
Stephanie and Family,
Our sincerest condolences. Ric was beloved by all who met him, kind beyond measure, and will be missed by all. Love to you all. Jennifer & Bayla Bucciarelli
Nathaniel Rittet
July 5, 2023
Linda,
You and your family have shared a long battle with Ric and all have shown the strength to endure the all that has be given to you. Now is the time to have strength for yourselves and treasure the memories that you have made together. God´s speed. Sending you my warmest and best for happier days to come.
Sincerely,
Nathaniel Ritter
Dave Klein
July 5, 2023
So sorry for Linda and family.
Ric was a good guy and his wit was endless.
Robert Lambert
July 5, 2023
A man of measurable response and immeasurable caring and knowledge. I will miss him. His sense of humor and guidance meant a lot to me.
Lou Tansky
July 5, 2023
Our deepest condolences on the passing of Ric
He was a friend, a mentor and an inspiration. He shared his vast knowledge and wisdom openly and freely. The love for him in our industry is unsurpassed. Please know how much good he did.
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