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HARRISBURG David L. Blouch, 81, passed away on Tuesday, December 25, 2012, at Harrisburg Hospital. He was the husband of Elsie (Black) Blouch for 53 years. He was born in Hummelstown, on February 25, 1931, and was the son of the late Paul and Margaret (Behrens) Blouch. David worked as a blacksmith for Hanover Shoe Farms and shoed horses in the local area. He was an Air Force veteran, serving in the Korean War. He enjoyed playing horseshoes in a league in New Cumberland, bowling, and watching Penn State, the Phillies, Redskins, and Washington Capitals Hockey teams play. He truly loved his family and spending time with his grandchildren. He will be sadly missed. In addition to his beloved wife, Elsie, he is survived by a son, Scott Blouch and wife, Robyn of Harrisburg; a daughter, Joan Crum and husband, David of Elizabethtown; four grandchildren, Brad, Michael, Cheryl, and Lisa; two great-grandchildren, Gabriel and Madilyn; a brother, William Blouch; a sister, Doris Milby; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Richard, and a sister, Mary. Visitation will be Saturday, January 5, 2013, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Jesse H. Geigle Funeral Home, Harrisburg, with a memorial service celebrating David's life to begin at 12 noon with Pastor John Briggs officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be offered to the American Heart Assoc., 1019 Mumma Road, Suite 100, Wormleysburg, PA 17043; or to the Kidney Foundation of Central PA, 4813 Jonestown Road, Harrisburg, PA 17109. The family would like to extend sincere gratitude to all of the nurses, doctors, and staff at Harrisburg Hospital for their excellent care of David. To offer the family condolences or for directions, please visit GeigleFuneralHome.com
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Your family is in our thoughts and prayers from his horseshoe pitching friends.
John and Doris Zimmerman
January 6, 2013
Dear Elsie,
I am so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. I understand he was very sick and remained in ICU until his death.
This is our hope in the resurredtion: when the Lord calls us forth from the grave, our bodies will be fir for eternity, recued from sickness and sorrow, from arthritis and aging, from the results of his injury and his pain. There will be no tears, no sickness, no more diallsis, trips to the emergency room, no needles and tubes. His lost limb will be restored,confused minds will be made clear in the light of Jusus' glorious face. Dave will sing God's oraise with the holy angels. Such is our glorious hope. Celebrate his life with you and your children. I pray those tear of sorrow and grief will soon turn into warm smiles as you remember Dave's life with you. Audrey
January 3, 2013
Dave and his family have been family friend for years and years and neighbors to my grandparents. so I have known Dave before I could talk. Dave was such a wonderful man who loved his family so very much. he surely will be missed. and to the Blouch family you are all in my thoughts and prayers and if there is anything I can do please let me know. R.I.P. Dave.
jenn
January 2, 2013
Sarah Dawson
January 1, 2013
Sarah Dawson
January 1, 2013
Grandma,
I'm having trouble coming up with any words that befit Pap. He meant a lot to me, and even when i didn't call and was busy playing Navy, I often though of you both. My only hope is that yours and all of our pain passes quickly over this and leaves us with the golden memories of him. Every time I think about him lately, i think of him when i was a little kid, with him chasing me around the house, and me and Michael trying to sneak by him. I love you Grandma, and I will do my best to be in touch.
Bradley Blouch
January 1, 2013
Dear Elsie,
I was so saddened to read of Dave's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Pam Minckler
December 31, 2012
Elsie,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time. May strength and kindness of family and friends along with faith in God help you through these difficult and emotional times.
Gloria Clouser
December 30, 2012
Dearest Elsie....what memories flood out thoughts...I was there at the Bar B Q Cottage when you first met Dave!! Our love and our prayers now and in the days ahead...we love you.
Gene & Joan Fleming
December 30, 2012
Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.
Craig & Bobbi Hoffman
December 30, 2012
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