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Jean Blackburn Obituary

Jean L. Blackburn, 73, beloved wife of the late James Blackburn, loving mother of Jennifer Blackburn and Julie (Peter) Zibble, proud grandmother of Ethan and Callie, dear sister-in-law of Donald (Dottie) Blackburn, Mary Holland and Patricia DiMichele. A memorial visitation will be held on Sat., March 2, from 1 to 3 pm at Hultgren Funeral Home, 304 N. Main St., Wheaton, where a memorial service will follow at 3:00 p.m. Memorial gifts may be directed to Grace Lutheran Church, 780 S. Bartlett Road, Streamwood, IL 60107. Info and guest book at hultgrenfh.com or 630-668-0027.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Feb. 26, 2013.

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Shari Diebold

February 28, 2013

So sorry to hear about your loss. We will miss her. Many fond memories of her up here.

The Hultgren Family and Staff

February 26, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Beverley Roeschel

February 25, 2013

So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. We spent many years working together at Harper. She was a joy to be around

Betty Weitendorf

February 25, 2013

Jennifer and Julie,
If words of fond remembrance of your loving Mother from one of her cousins can help in any way to ease your pain, then may I say … I first remember cousin Jeannie as an fun-time childhood playmate, and later as a smart teenager with a head on her shoulders, and much later still as a devoted caregiver to her aging parents--better known to me, my sister and brother as Auntie Sally and Uncle Vern. It would have been easy for someone like our cousin Jeannie, who grew up as an only child, to have learned more selfish ways, but those of your closest family who knew your Mom best, know that was never the case. You were fortunate, indeed, to have had such a wonderful Mother. I sincerely hope your sadness is short-lived, and your happiest memories together forever remain.
Cousin “Betsy Ann” (Cheech)

Sandie Reid

February 25, 2013

RIP, Cousin Jeannie. I will cherish the many happy memories I have of our childhood. Now you are with your parents, my Daddy, Uncle Jimmy, and so many of our relatives. I miss all of them. Julie and Jennifer, I am so sorry for your loss of your wonderful Mother. very sincerely and in sympathy - Cousin Sandie

Laura Spagnolo

February 25, 2013

So sorry to hear about your Mom Julie, my thoughts are with you and your family

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