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Odette Bleas Obituary

BLEAS Odette "MiMi" Bleas, age 88, passed away June 8, 2012 at Columbus West Park. Born in Coutanville, France, May 4, 1924. She moved to the states with her husband and son at the end of WWII. She is survived by son, Alex (Marty) Bleas; grandchildren and their families; as well as many friends and relatives both in France and America. Visitation will be Monday, June 11, 3-6 p.m. at O. R. WOODYARD CO. 1346 S. High St. where service will be held Tuesday, at 10 a.m. Interment Green Lawn Cemetery.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jun. 9 to Jun. 10, 2012.

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Sandra Hanawalt

June 11, 2012

Alex and Marty, again I am sorry for your loss. . You both took terrific care of her. My thoughts are with you both.

Tom & Sharon Newkirk

June 11, 2012

To all of MiMi's family..We feel so bad for all of you. We found out about her passing Tues. when we went to visit our Mom Helen. MiMi was always so friendly and kind to all of us. Rest in peace Dear MiMi.. God Bless

June 10, 2012

Odette meant a great deal to my sister and I throughout our lives. Sorry we cannot make the funeral as we are out of town. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely Pete Smerles

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