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Alan Blaney Obituary
BLANEY Alan D.
Age 47 of Big Flats, NY passed away on Monday July 7, 2008. Alan was born July 12, 1960 in Sayre, PA. He was a graduate of Southside High School Class of 1978. Alan was a Veteran serving his country with The U.S. Air Force from 1978 - 1982. Alan married his wife, Maureen A. McDonald Blaney, on October 9, 1982 and they would have celebrated their 26th Wedding Anniversary this year. He was a graduate of St. Mary's School of Nursing in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Alan was employed as a Registered Nurse at Southport Correctional Facility in Elmira, NY and was previously employed by Founder's Pavilion in Corning, NY. He was pre-deceased by his grandparents, his mother-in-law Alice McDonald, and his father-in-law Ewan McDonald. Alan was a loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend. His daughters Emily and Claire were the "Center of His Universe" and his Pride and Joy. He loved being a husband and father as his family was his life. His home was his castle and he loved nothing more than spending time there, entertaining family and friends or alone, working on home improvement projects, playing guitar and the piano, tinkering with computers, tending to his garden or working in his yard. Alan was an excellent nurse who always strived to do his very best. Alan was an avid golfer who will be remembered for his sense of humor, his creativity and desire to leave the world a little better than the way he found it. And he certainly did that without question. He will be dearly missed by all who loved him and were touched by his life. Alan is survived by his loving devoted wife of over 25 years Maureen A. Blaney; his daughters Emily M. Blaney and Claire T. Blaney both at home; sisters and brothers-in–law: Laura Kaul of Elmira, NY, Kim & Greg Wheeler of Pine City, NY, and Cindy & Mike Abruzzese of Syracuse, NY; parents: Esther & Wayne McIlwain of Wellsburg, NY and Harold Blaney of Canton, PA; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Mike & Maureen McDonald of Roseville, MN, Sharon & Paul Holden of Mound, MN, and Mary & Paul Bowerman of Comb, England; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and a multitude of friends including a special uncle and aunt David & Linda Morse of Williamsport, PA and his close and loving friends Shawn, Alec, Nikki Kerbein, Jim Kaul, Brian Grose, and his feline friends Bubba and Teeny. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Friday July 11, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Alan's Funeral Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Saturday July 12, 2008 at 12 PM. The Rev Robert C. MacNamara will officiate. Full Military Honors will be accorded to Alan at Woodlawn National Cemetery in Elmira, NY following his services. The family is graciously declining floral tributes and those wishing may remember Alan through memorial contributions to an Educational Scholarship Trust Fund for his daughters c/o The Corning Federal Credit Union Miner's Plaza 84 Canal Street Big Flats, NY 14814.
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Memories and Condolences
for Alan Blaney
Margaret "Moggy" McMillen French
August 3, 2008
To Alan's family - the SHS Class of 1978 just had our 30th class reunion on Saturday, August 2nd, and was incredibly saddened to learn of Alan's passing from our fellow classmate, Carl Berman. I knew Alan since our school days at Broadway School and Southside High, and there certainly was a sadness at the reunion in knowing we were missing Alan from our class. God Bless him, and and his family, friends, and coworkers who are mourning his loss....I will remember him and keep him in my prayers always.
Katrina Dolan
July 25, 2008
Maureen,
I am still thinking of you and the girls and the adjustments you must be going through along with the continued grief. Let yourself "feel the feelings" is the best advice I was given and call on your friends to help you through. I will continue to pray for you and the girls. I would be more than happy to help you in any way I can, even if just to lend an ear.
Elizabeth Nalbach
July 22, 2008
Alan was an excellent nurse during the time I worked with him at Founder's Pavilion. He challenged other health care professionals to give their best to the patients and to each other. He will missed! My deepest sympathies to you and yours!
Fondly, Elizabeth Nalbach
Registered Dietitian
Liz & Fred Dyer
July 21, 2008
Dear Mo, Emily & Claire,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and have been since we found out. Hold on to your memories and let them guide you at this time. If you need anything please let us know.
Love
Sharon Winchell
July 18, 2008
Maureen and girls
May your memories and love you hold in your hearts for your loved one who is now with God continue to give you warmth and joy. Lean on God and his loving arms which will hold you close and give you strength during this time. Someday you will see him again in heaven, just think of what a wonderful day that will be when our loved ones we will see...keep that thought always in your hearts as well. You're in my thoughts and prayers....
Molly Blaney-McDonald
July 17, 2008
Maureen and Family-
We were saddened to hear of Alan's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Connie Blaney
Elnor Blaney
Gregory & Brenda Hafer
July 15, 2008
We are truly sorry for your loss. We hope that your memories will hold the love you feel in your hearts always and that your faith in God will guide you during this time of sorrow. Our love, prayers and sympathy go out to you and your family.
Karen McLean(Dickinson)
July 14, 2008
Mitzi and Family,
I grew up with all of you, I remember all the fun times as your kids and my brothers and sisters were always together. I think of you all often. Alan will be in our memories forever. He was one good looking teen.
Monica Mashewske
July 13, 2008
Maureen, Emily, Claire and the Blaney Family,
When my mom passed away, a friend wrote a letter to us that included the following verses. I hope that they will bring some comfort to you, as they have always brought comfort to me.
"Those we love are with the Lord,
and the Lord has promised to be
with us.
If they are Him, and He is with us,
then they cannot be far away"
Alan, Heaven is now a better place because of your presence. May God keep you safe and bless you. May you rest in peace.
My deepest condolences to all who knew such a wonderful, wonderful man. He will be deeply missed.
God bless.
Kay Keister
July 13, 2008
Dear Maureen, Emily, & Claire,
You have never left my thoughts and prayers during this time. I don't need to tell you what a wonderful man Alan was because you are the people who knew that fact the most. Instead I am going to tell you how much I see him in each of you & your displays of loyalty and love to him. You three are like Alan's Angels...just demonstrating to everyone what a outstanding legacy he built. You are loved by many...including me Ü
Jim & Ginger Cowan
July 11, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Colleen Huffner (Costello)
July 11, 2008
Maureen and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Although I have not seen you in a long time, you and Al crossed my mind from time to time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Barbara Newman
July 11, 2008
Maureen and family, I met Alan in 1993 when he hired me at Founders Pavilion as a brand new nurse just out of school. I learned many things in my 10 years as a nurse at Founders. When I worked with Alan I always learned something new and he was always willing to take the time and teach. But Alan possessed qualities that could not be taught. Qualities that came natural to him. He was genuine and passionate about his work, about the people he took care of and especially his family. Like many that have mentioned before I felt as if I knew his wife and girls from all the stories he told about them. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless.
ALEC KERBEIN
July 11, 2008
ALAN WAS A GREAT MAN, AND FOR MY 11 YEARS I LOVED HIM LIKE A FATHER. ALAN WAS MY GODFATHER. I LOVED ALAN FOR WHO HE WAS AND WHAT HE DID. HE LOVED GOLFING, PLAYING HIS GUTIAR, FISHING, PLAYING WITH COMPUTERS, AND WORKING AROUND THE YARD AND HOUSE TO MAKE THINGS LOOK BEAUTIFULL. WITH THE LITTLE FREE TIME HE HAD, HE WOULD EITHER TAKE A DIP IN THE POOL OR WOULD HANG AROUND WITH HIS LOVING FAMILY AND CATS. I WILL MISS HIM A WHOLE LOT. I LOVE YOU ALAN.
Larry & Patti Peluf
July 11, 2008
Maureen and girls ,My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.We have many fond memories of Al when he was living in mpls .We shared some fun times and many laughs .He will be greatly missed by all who have ever came to know him. I wish we could there for you.
Georgia Eastman
July 11, 2008
Maureen, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Denece Gossie
July 11, 2008
Dear Maurenn, Emily and Claire,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family on Al's passing. Our daughter was a patient at Founder's Pavillion for many years when Al was there. He was an exceptionally kind and caring individual and always had the best interests of his patients at heart. We had many long talks about his family and his love for them. I am proud to have known him and blessed that he took care of our daughter for so long.
Our thoughts and our preayers are with you at this difficult time. God Bless.
Al and Denece Gossie
Hammondsport
Bernie (wiz) Wojnarek
July 11, 2008
Mrs. Blaney and Family
I wish to express my sincere condolences to you and your family on the loss of Alan.
I worked with Alan while at Southport and found him to be dedicated and uncompromised in his profession as a Nurse and as a person.
His contributions and ideas made the Medical Department a better place to work and his absence will certainly be noticed by many people, myself included.
Claire Coble
July 10, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathies. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Claire and Lloyd Coble and family
Sharon Van Etten
July 10, 2008
Maureen,
Jo & I are in Buffalo, but our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time for you and your girls. I didn't know Alan, but from all the wonderful things you have shared about him, he was a true gem. Jo has shared many good things about him. We are thinking of you and your girls.
Karen Weaver
July 10, 2008
I worked with Alan since he started at Southport Prison. He was a great asset to our "team". He was a wonderful nurse. The inmates really respected him. His knowledge of computers was amazing! We will think of him every time we use "Alan's program", which we use every day. God bless him and all of you. Rest easy, Alan.
Cheryl Unger
July 10, 2008
Maureen, Emily and Claire, I am extremely saddened at the sudden loss of Alan. He was my colleague and friend. He always did his best to take care of those who needed him. He will never be forgotten by the many whose lives he touched. Some of my best memories are of him while we worked together at Founders Pavilion. He was an intelligent professional who created many systems on the computer that made all our lives easier. He was serious, thoughtful, charming and funny. Through thick and thin I always knew I could count on him.
Most of all he loved his family and often talked about his dreams for them for the future. Take comfort in knowing how proud he was of his family. He will be missed.
Mary Faulisi
July 10, 2008
Maureen, Emily and Claire, It is with a heavy heart I send my sympathies and prayers to you. I worked with Alan for many years at Founders and we would always laugh that sparks came out of the heels of his shoes, he was always running from one place to another. He was a true professional and everyone that had him as a manager, nurse, or friend was truly blessed. Try to remember only the good times. I will.
Charlotte Stone
July 10, 2008
My deepest sympathy and love. I haven't run into you in so long. You all will be in my prayers.
Love Charlotte Stone
Your old neighbor next door
Franki Cicora
July 10, 2008
Mitzi and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Cicora Family
Mary Baurr Johnson, Ken & Ryan
July 10, 2008
Maureen, Emily and Claire;
My thoughts are with you constantly at this difficult time. I wish I could be there to celebrate Al's life with you this weekend. I will be there in spirit.
* Let fond memories comfort you. Talk to you soon.
Love Always,
"Baurr"
Betty MacLaughlin Frandsen
July 10, 2008
Dear Maureen and Family,
I had the privilege of being Alan's Director of Nursing for six years at Founder's Pavilion, but it was not just an employee-supervisor relationship - it was a friendship built on mutual respect and trust. I heard many stories from Alan about growing up in rural Pennsylvania, fishing in his boat, and about the adventures of Emily and Claire. The residents and their families could always count on Alan to see that they got the best care that could be delivered. Everyone in the Corning Hospital/Founders Pavilion Administration knew what an excellent example Alan set as he performed his work to the highest standards and guided his staff to do the same. When Alan left Founder's Pavilion everyone was saddened, but this present sadness goes so far beyond what we felt then. My deepest sympathies go to you and all of Alan's family. May you find comfort in knowing how much he loved you and that he is now in the arms of our loving and merciful God.
Brennon, Kathy, And Lizzy Hicks
July 10, 2008
Mrs. Blaney, Emily and Claire,
We are deeply sorry for your loss and if there is anything at all we can do please know we are only a phone call away.
With all our love and sympathy,
Carla Rundell
July 10, 2008
It was a pleasure to have known and worked with Alan. All of us at Southport C.F. will miss him and his smile. My prayers and thoughts to his family and his special neighbors the Kerbein's.
Stephen Nagle
July 10, 2008
Backyard campfires and swim-pool fun with the family and other friends will always remain in our fondest memories.
Our deepest condolences and prayers go out to the family. God bless.
The Nagle family
pat mills
July 10, 2008
ALL of us at Southport CF will certainly miss NURSE BLANEY. I don't think Alan realized that so many people thought so highly of him. He was just a man doing his best in all he did . His pride in his daughters shone in his eyes when ever he talked of them. He was a gentle soul here for such a short time but with a presence that will not be forgotten. Remember him with laughter and smiles and the love he had for you for I am sure that's how he remembers you.
Sherrie (Bauer Pizzo)
July 10, 2008
Cindy and family,
My condolences in the passing of your brother. It's been many years since I have seen you but I have often thought of you and know how difficult it is to lose a brother. My prayers are with you and all of your brother's family.
Sincerely,
Gail Murray
July 10, 2008
Dear Maureen, Emily, and Claire,
We at Founders are deeply saddened by the loss of Alan. We have many great memories of him and endless stories of our times together. He touched so many lives here, residents, families, visitors, and co-workers. He was a big part of our family. He gave so much of his time, energy, and spirit to all of us here. He was proud of his family and spoke of you often. Words cannot express how deeply we will miss him. Our thoughts, prayers, and heartfelt sympathy are extended to you and your family. We, at Founders will always remember him as an outstanding Nurse but more as a funny, compassionate, and awesome friend. The staff at Founders Pavilion.
Diane Berman
July 10, 2008
Dear Maureen, Emily and Claire,
While I did not know your husband/father, I do know that he produced two wonderful children. I have had the privilege of getting to know Emily and Claire through Horseheads Middle School.
It is never easy to lose someone you love. Try to remember the great times you shared and never forget those memories.
Please know that I am here if you need someone to talk to or a shoulder to cry on.
Anna Evens (Cunningham)
July 10, 2008
My heart and prayers go out to Alan's family. My brother was a good friend with Alan when they were younger, and I also was friends with Cindy. Although I haven't seen his family for many years, I have fond memories of them all. May God be with you all during this sad time.
Scott Hodge
July 10, 2008
Sorry for your loss. I worked with Alan for a long time at Southport. He will be missed.
Diane Lantz
July 10, 2008
Maureen, Emily and Claire
We are so sorry for your loss.We did not know Alan well but would see each other often picking our kids up from Stay n Play at the same time. He was always very pleasant and kind.
Please accept our deepest sympathies
Diane and Gregg Lantz and family
Maureen & Frank Frisbie
July 10, 2008
We were so shocked and saddened to hear of the loss of Alan. My husband and I both had the honor of working with Alan; myself at Founders Pavilion, and my husband at Southport. We were always struck with his high idealism and professionalism. While I worked with him at Founders, he ran his unit like a well-oiled machine and always asked for your best work just as he always delivered himself. As a Unit Manager, he lead by example as he spent many days answering call-lights, providing bedpans, and providing one-on-one care to demented residents who were going through a "difficult time". He often stayed after work to assist our 3-11 shift get things under control before he left for the evening. It was an honor to work with someone who treated every resident like a beloved family member. I was so sad when he left Founders as I am sure the entire staff and residents were as well. After his leaving our work place was never quite the same without him. My husband was also pleased to have met him as he left Founders to go to Southport. We were truly amazed by his gift and willingness to share his knowledge. To his family we wish our deepest condolences and offer the knowledge that he was well respected, hard working and above all a great human being that we had the pleasure to meet on the journey of life. May God bless you and please know he spoke of you often with so much pride and joy. May this comfort you at this time-our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jeff Dunn
July 10, 2008
Maureen and girls,
I know that it has been years since I have seen you all, but that time has not faded the memories I have of Al. My heart goes out to you in your time of loss. He was a great man, husband, and father. He will be missed. You are all in my prayers.
Cherie Savino
July 10, 2008
MITZI, KIM, AND FAMILY; I am sorry to hear of your loss,though I did not know Allen personally i am sure he was a wonderful person, my heart goes out to all of you,we can never replace our loved ones but we never forget how wonderful they were. My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Mary Beth Savino
July 10, 2008
Maureen and girls,
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. Alan was a wonderful person who will be missed. Mary Beth Savino
Lois Trippe
July 10, 2008
Words can't express the sadness I feel at your loss. I had the privilege of working with Alan at Founders and admired his caring and ability. He was truly a caring nurse.
Jan Calkins
July 10, 2008
I had the privilege of working with Alan many years at Founders Pavilion. His deep commitment & caring ways affected everyone around him. He was extremely professional & had the care of his Residents as a priority. Maureen, Emily & Clair, we knew you through Alan as he spoke of you often at work. May there be comfort in knowing he touched so many lives in such a positive way. Our deepest consolences & prayers are with you & the rest of his family during this difficult time.
lisa palumbo(ganascioli)
July 10, 2008
maureen and girls, i am so sorry to hear about your loss. i remember the first day alan started at founders.we spent many years together there and became good friends. he was a great nurse and very caring. he loved his family and i know he will be truly missed. i smiled at the entry about him organizing heaven. i can see him now.
jan porter
July 10, 2008
Maureen,Emily and Claireabelle.....Today and more todays in the future will be heavy on your hearts, just try to remember all the wonderful memories that you have and God will see you through this today.....you all are in my thoughts and prayers...... Teacher Jan (Jan Porter)
July 10, 2008
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Tonya Love
July 10, 2008
Dear Blaney Family~
We are so sorry to hear of Allen, We worked with him at Founders Pavillian for many years and he was a true mentor and he showed that he cared for his staff, we always felt a great closeness to him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Shirley Mattox and Tonya Love.
Bernadette Sykora
July 10, 2008
Maureen, Emily and Claire
I cannot begin to imagine your sorrow at this time. Alan and I worked together at Southport for the last few years. We had many talks about his family. He truly was a man who loved his family dearly. He was always so proud of his girls and all their accomplishments. He just beamed when ever he talked about all of you. A man of many talents who touched many many lives. He will always have a special place in our memories.
Maureen Frisbie
July 10, 2008
Both my husband and I were saddened to hear of the loss of Alan. We both had the honor to work with him; myself at Founders Pavilion, and my husband at Southport and we were so impressed with his work ethic and professionalism. I especially remember how he inspired all his staff to always do their best and always keep the overall picture in mind when treating patients. He was a quiet, careful, and inspiring leader who ran his unit at Founders Pavilion as a well-oiled machine. He was a hands-on caregiver who would never ask anyone to do anything he would not do including providing bedpans, answering calllights and also providing one-on-one care to demented residents in the middle of their "difficult time". He was a fantastic leader and mentor and loved to share his knowledge and skills with all. I was so saddened to see him leave Founders Pavilion as I am sure were all the staff and residents as it was never the same without him. To his family, myself and my husband would like to convey our deepest condolences, and we wanted you to know we were so honored to have met him on this path of life and he will always be remembered as a wonderful man who gave so much to others and of himself. May God bless you and please know many thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Greg Peluf
July 9, 2008
Maureen and girls,
It is with a heavy heart that I write to tell you how bad I felt hearing the news of Al's passing. I think back at all the good memories I have of Al when you were living in Minneapolis. We had a lot of fun times together.
I want to send my deepest sympathy and condolences, wishing I could be there to do so in person.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Greg Peluf and family
Joy Hively
July 9, 2008
Like no other nurse I've worked with before or since, Alan Blaney made an art form out of nursing and his passion for its craft motivated me to press-on during the impossibilities of nursing school nearly 20 years ago and he continues to inspire me every time I lay stethoscope to chest. It saddens me that I never told him that. May God reward him for his outstanding service to the patients he directly cared for and for those patients whose great nursing care can be credited to the positive influence Alan had over all nurses he worked with. The Hively family (Gary, Anne and Joy) worked with Alan at Founders Pavilion for many years and we are all heart broken and in utter dis-belief over this tremendous loss. To his wife Maureen and his daughters Emily and Claire; you may not know us but because he loved you so and spoke of you daily at work we feel like we know you and we pray for you at this un-imaginable time.
Nancy, Harry, Greg and Abbie Shepard
July 9, 2008
Maureen, Emily and Claire:
Our thoughts and prayers go to all three of you at this sorrowful time. We hope you are surrounded by family and friends. May the memories and joyful times from the past be remembered forever in your hearts!
Mark Storm
July 9, 2008
To Alan's family, his wife and daughters......I had the privelage of working of working with Alan for several years during my time at Founders Pavilion. And I say privalage because it was...!!! I can still remember his close attention to detail, his love of the residents in his care, and his hope of a future for Founders Pavillion. But most of all, I can still recall his voice arguing with "Mr B" about how he thought things should be at Founders. I was dissapointed when he left to go to work for the prison system, but it was for his best interests at the time I guess. Alan was always very outspoken with his opinion, and for this I always respected him. I just wish that I had told him how much I respected him...He said what he thought, and so few people do.....
He will be missed....
Rest in peace Alan
July 9, 2008
Maureen and Girls;
Our hearts were crushed when we heard about Al passing away. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls, we wish we could be there to give you a big hug during this tough time.
Jan, Dave, Stacey, Michael Stark
Bobby and Gonia Moss
July 9, 2008
words can not express the devestation and saddness we feel at this time. We both grew up with Alan, he will be missed very much.Our thoughts and prayers are with his faimily.
Richelle Riina
July 9, 2008
Dear Maureen, Emily and Claire,
Words can not express the sorrow that we felt upon hearing about Alan. We will always remember Alan for the intelligent, musical, electronically gifted and most importantly, loving person he was. We will treasure the memories we have of him. Please know that your family will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers!
Love,
John & Richelle
Angela Gorg
July 9, 2008
Maureen and girls,
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Alan was a kind, generous, thoughtful man. I enjoyed working with him and will miss him deeply. He taught me a great deal when I first started at Southport and I considered him a great mentor.
tina moilanen
July 9, 2008
Maureen. Emily, and Claire
There are no words to say at this time to console you, but as time goes on and in the in the future just remember the good times and memories you made as a family. I'm thinking of you much and will see you soon.
George and Tina Moilanen
Holly Sherman
LISA TOBER
July 9, 2008
I WORKED WITH ALAN AT FOUNDERS PAVILION,WITH CONSTANT ADMIRATION OF HIS NURSING SKILLS, CHALLENGES AND DEEP DEVOTION TO HIS PROFESSION.
TO HIS FAMILY, THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS FOR YOU ALL.
SURELY ALAN WILL HAVE HEAVEN ORGANIZED WHEN OUR DAY COMES TO JOIN HIM.
Cindy McIlwain Abruzzese
July 9, 2008
Brother can you remember
when we were both still small
The fun we had, the talks we shared
Looking back- we had it all.
Brother can I play with you
and wear your SHS shirt?
Will you let me throw your football?
I swear I won't get hurt.
Brother will you help me solve
this problem that I've got?
There's this boy I know
in my class
who I really like alot
Brother will you show me to try and drive a car?
Will you let me drive your fancy car?
I swear I won't go far.
Brother will you please wake up
open your eyes and live?
I won't believe that you have died
you had so much to give.
Brother I guess it's time to leave
My time with you here is through.
I'll say one last prayer, one last good-bye
and one last I LOVE YOU.
I am truly saddened by the loss of my brother and my heart breaks for Reen and the girls, my parents, and my wonderful sisters. Our lives will never be the same.
Mike and Nancee Spirawk
July 9, 2008
Maureen and girls,
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Kearstan Dunn
July 9, 2008
Dearest Auntie Rena, Emmy, and Clairabelle,
I can't put into words how shocked and devestated I am. My Uncle Ally was the most wonderful man I have EVER met. I can remember being little, and wanting to marry him. Most little girls want to marry their daddies, but not me! I was going to marry my Uncle Ally. We've lost our rock, and it will never be the same. But we can remember him and strive to carry on his name, and be the best we can be for him. I love you all so so so much. I'll be here for you always. Even if it's just for a shoulder to cry on or someone to listen. I'm here.
Love you,
Sis
D.K. Rogers
July 9, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with Al's family. Even though I did not know Al long, it was a pleasure to have known him and to have worked with him. Al was always very kind and professional.
Debbie Allen
July 9, 2008
Dear Blaney Family,
I have only known Alan for 2 short years. I worked with him recently and we were able to share jokes and our interest in music. Alan will be truly missed by all who knew him. I am so very sorry for your loss and my prayers are with your entire family. God Bless you all.
Chris Magner
July 9, 2008
Maureen and family,
We're sorry to hear the sad new of Al's passing. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this tough time. Although we don't get to see much of your family because you live so far away, I always enjoyed being around Al. What a great guy, he will be truly missed. This only proves more truth to the saying..."Only the good die young"! I'm sorry we won't be able to make it out to New York for the funeral, but we'll be there in spirit. Take care and we hope to see you soon.
Your cousin,
Chris, Debbie, Emily & Ben Magner
Nichole Day
July 9, 2008
My Dear Friend Laura and Alan's Family,
My thoughts and prayer's are with you all at this very sad and difficult time.
Sincerely,
Nichole
Bill Cunningham
July 9, 2008
Alan was a childhood friend of mine. I am shocked and terribly saddened to hear this news. I haven't spoken to Alan in years, though I did try to call him on his 40th birthday and was actually going to call him this Saturday (his birthday). My thoughts are with Alan's loved ones. He was a great guy.
Brian, Donna and Melissa Henry
July 9, 2008
We are so very sorry for your loss. We have fond memories of Alan and were so looking forward to hearing him play the piano. We will be in touch. Maureen, Emily and Claire, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Emily Grimmke
July 9, 2008
I have never met a more compassionate or intelligent nurse - Alan touched innumerable lives and the world has lost a great teacher. I am personally grateful for what he taught me about healthcare, teamwork, professionalism. The Grimmke family will also remember the kindness and concern he showed our Grandmother.
Brian Henry
July 9, 2008
Maureen and girls,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We feel so blessed to have seen both of you on Sunday night. We are deeply saddened by the passing of Alan. May God give you strength at this time. We love you dearly.
Brian and Donna
ECF Medical
July 8, 2008
The Nursing and Medical staff of Elmira Correctional Facility extend our deepest condolences to the Blaney Family.
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How to support Alan's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
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Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
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What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
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Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
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The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Alan Blaney's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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