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Denise Blank Obituary
1944 - 2019
Denise Blank, age 75, of Bexley, passed away on December 16, 2019. Denise was a consummate teacher not only in the classroom where her students adored her, but also for her loving family and friends. Her enthusiasm for life and helping others was contagious. The essence of her being was to make the world a better place with kindness and love. Preceded in death by her father Robert Galinkin, mother Violet Lipton, son-in-law Marc Eisen and sister-in-law Ruth Ann Blank. Survived by husband, Dr. Barry Blank; daughters, Randi Eisen and Becky Guzman; sister, Andrea (Kevin) Eyler; grandchildren, Spencer, Sydney and Sabrina Eisen, Anna and Sofia Guzman; brothers-in-law, Harley Blank, Ronald (Bev) Blank and Dennis (Janet) Blank; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral services 1 pm on Wednesday, December 18 at Epstein Memorial Chapel, 3232 E. Main St. Shiva will be observed at the Blank residence on Wednesday from 7-9pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to The Denise and Barry Blank Tree Fund of the Bexley Community Foundation, www.bexleycommunityfoundation.org or charity of donor's choice. Online guestbook at live streaming at www.epsteinmemorial.com
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Pam Phillips
December 10, 2024
Remembering her bright smile and personality
Pam Phillips
December 10, 2023
When we go to the Drexel always thinking of Denise what a nice tribute
Pam Phillips
December 10, 2022
I remember her beautiful smile. Love the
memorial beside the Drexel.
Roxanne Bawidamann
February 19, 2020
Dear Blank Family,
I am in shock this morning hearing of Denise's passing. Denise was an amazing artist and friend. I worked at Byzantium, where we met, and she was always full of joy and fantastic ideas. She loved color, her family and her community. At the counter of the store she would teach me words in Yiddish and she would counsel me on how to find a good mensch. She taught me the fine difference between complaining and kvetching. She loved her husband, children and grandchildren so very, very much. She was a spirit of love and happiness and I will truly miss her and the joy she brought into the world. My life was made better by knowing her. My condolences to Barry, Randi, Becky and the entire family. You are in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Roxanne
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January 27, 2020
Blank family, Denise was my idol. The most wonderful person I have known.
Prayers for you,
Mary Ressmeyer
Harriet Suberlak
January 4, 2020
Dear Blank family, I was grief stricken and in shock when I heard of Denise's passing. She was a kind soul and will be missed in the Grandezza community
Leslee Gantner
December 19, 2019
Dear Randi and Barry,
I am heartsick to learn of Denise's passing! She was such a warm, loving person...I'll always remember the fun we had around your pool on Drexel and in the school at Devonshire!
May the memories of her life and love be a comfort to you!
Fondly,
Leslee Gantner
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Tammi Jones
December 19, 2019
I'm so sorry to the family of Mrs. Blank. This woman was absolutely amazing! Mrs. Blank was the first teacher that showed me genuine love, kindness, and compassion. Mrs. Blank was an amazing source of strength to my family and myself. She was ALWAYS there for me when I needed her...a light that was so needed in this world. Even as an adult, she was still there for me through so much and I'm sure a lot of of former Devonshire students can say the same thing. I can't put into words the devastation I feel in my heart right now, truly broken by this. If anyone knows me they know how much I loved Mrs. Blank and how crushing this loss is. Mrs. Blank was more than an educator she was an angel on earth!! I love you Mrs. Blank!!
Jeanine Frash
December 18, 2019
Dear Blank Family, I am do sorry for your loss of your dear one, Denise. She was a lovely lady. She was a caring teacher of all. She was so kind to send me a beautiful basket of flowers for my birthday which was on Easter one year. I still cherish the basket she so generously sent me. I am saddened to learn of her passing. May God give you comfort.
With sincere sympathy,
Jeanine Frash
Devonshire Librarian
Ingrid Mueller
December 18, 2019
Denise was my best friend growing up in Caldwell, New Jersey. We shared the angst of junior high and high school and went our separate ways in college, but we kept in touch and I was honored to be her maid of honor when she married Barry. She moved to Ohio and I to Connecticut and now California. Although family, work and friends occupied our time, we managed to visit each other occasionally and found we still had so much in common: our devotion to family and love of teaching, reading and playing games. She will be sorely missed!
My sincerest condolences go out to Barry, Randi and Becky as well as her dearly loved grandchildren.
Charlie and Peggy Sloin
December 18, 2019
Sending all of Denise's family our thoughts and prayers. She was indeed an exceptionaly woman, who so selflessly contributed to the world around her. Charlie and Peggy Sloin
Phil Prendeville
December 18, 2019
Mrs. Blank brought life to the classroom I was in at Devonshire. She had a lasting positive effect on all who were so lucky to have learned from and shared love with her. She was truly an artist.
It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge." Albert Einstein
The Prendeville Family is so sorry for your loss. We hold you and your family in our prayers and celebrate a life well lived.
James McCreary
December 18, 2019
May God give the Blank family His peace during there time of loss.
Denise Mrs. Blank was the epitome and very definition of love & kindness. She watched over & cared for our son's Jacarr & D'Juan. She will forever be in our hearts.
Love
The McCreary Family
annette ganon
December 17, 2019
dear dr b lank ,sorry the lost ,she was nice
Neal Weisenberg
December 17, 2019
Oh Randi.. I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was so special and such a sweet wonderful person. You are so much like her. I hope you can celebrate your life and legacy. You were so blessed to have a mom as amazing as her. You are in my thoughts and prayers. XOXO
December 17, 2019
..I am shocked, saddened and sick to see the passing of Denise. I have known Denise for almost forty years. I will miss her colorful soul and zany personality...dear-sweet she was for sure...
My heart breaks for her Family. I send my heartfelt sympathy to all.
Denise, I will never forget you. I will see you another day my friend...
Sincerely,
Crystal Huff
The Holiday Boutique
Bexley, OH
Shala & Taymoor Arshi
December 17, 2019
Denise made this world a better place with her delightful personality, her laughter, her humor, her stories, and her positive vibes. We are so, so sorry for your loss Barry.
Shala and Taymoor Arshi
Kim Moore
December 17, 2019
Beepah, as our class called her, was a welcome sight when she visited her grandchildren in their preschool classrooms. She gave the room an energy that spread through the children as well as the teachers. Denise was a hysterically funny lady and as a former teacher, she supported the teachers in the preschool. I will miss her.
May her memory be a blessing to all who knew her.
December 17, 2019
Denise was a true angel on earth, as she is now in heaven. She selflessly gave of herself to help others. We will truly miss Denise, but we hold her beautiful smile, wonderful travel and Florida memories, and sense of humor near and dear to our hearts. We were blessed to have Denise in our lives. Heartfelt sympathy goes out to Barry and their beautiful family.
Robin & Paul Lesser
Pam Phillips
December 17, 2019
Denise was such a happy positive person. When ever we ran into each
other around town would catch up our family and grandchildren. So sorry for your loss Barry,Randi and Becky. Please know you have my deepest sympathy.
Judith Haymond
December 17, 2019
Barry, Randi and family, we are saddened to learn of Denise's passing. Our deepest sympathy and love go out to you all. I remember fondly her interest and concern for everyone she met. I have happy memories of her at Stav's.
Love to your family, Reg and Judi Haymond
Grant Price
December 17, 2019
Barry--So sorry for your loss. I remember You & Denise fondly. May God's strength be with you and your family.
Grant Price
December 17, 2019
Barry----So sorry for your loss. I remember you & Denise fondly. May God's strength be with you.
Sheri McLane
December 17, 2019
Our family was truly blessed to have met and had the privilege of being taught by Denise at Devonshire. She worked tirelessly to improve her students love of learning, and enthusiasm for new experiences. Our family's all grown now with children of their own, and yet are still touched by her guidance. My only hope is there children get to experience a teacher of Denise's caliber.
We wish peace and warmth in the knowledge of the impact she had on so many.
With care and sympathy,
The McLane Family
Jay, Sheri Sean, Meghan, and Kate
Marilyn Ogg
December 17, 2019
Barry, randi and becky.. the first family i knew in bexley.. so sad to hear this news....she brightened my days.. so sorry for your loss
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