Claralu Blake

Claralu has been a friend for over 40 years; we were both "home ec" teachers and shared many teaching moments. She was a wonderful friend who always listened, gave support, had a quick smile, was calm, well spoken, and had a bright smile. I will miss her greatly, especially when I need cooking questions answered. I visited her the week before she died and received her special smile while I sat with her and recalled many memories. I think she must be in heaven baking her wonderful pies. May...

My deepest sympathy to the Blake Family... I had Mrs. Blake for Home Economics at Penn and she was alway one of my favorite teachers... She taught me more than a thing or two about sewing/tailoring and I will be grateful! Jane Sanders (Penn High School 1978)

Dear Bob and Family, I am so sorry I cannot be there to help you celebrate Claralu's life. Please know I am thinking about you all and I have been praying for several months. Claralu was very special to me. Her smile was something that just made you feel at home. Thank you for sharing her with my Mom, as she was a very important person in my mother's life and I know that she will truly be missed by many. Love, Donelle

Dear Bob and Family, I was very lucky to have been in "home ec" classes at Penn High School as well as attend OUMC for most of my teen and adult years. Claralu will be sorely missed by all that knew her. You are in my thoughts and she will always be in my memories of my youth. God bless and comfort you now.

Mrs. Blake was a good lady and an outstanding teacher. I had her for a child development class at Penn back in the '80s. She is one of the reasons I decided to go into education myself. You have my deepest sympathies.

Dear Bob and family,
We remember Claralu as a truly professional teacher at Penn High School, who set a high standard for all who followed. She always had a cheerful smile, was a help to anyone, and was a very very good person. While we don't know your family, Doris tells me your children are really special and that's a tribute to you and Claralu. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Chris and Jane Geesman

We will miss Claralu in our water exercise class at the Elkhart YMCA. As one of our "snow birds", Claralu's return this year from Florida was much anticipated but, unfortunately, not realized. My condolences to the family of such a dear lady. Sharon Haas (class instructor)