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Johnnie Blanding Obituary
Johnnie was a high school French teacher until her relocation to San Francisco in 1976 and was passionate about making a difference in the lives of her students. During her time at Wade Hampton High School she rose to the head of the foreign languages department despite the obstacles of prejudice in her path. In San Francisco, she was active at Providence Baptist Church as a Sunday School teacher and Deacon's wife. She devoted her life to her family and was active in the family business, Bayview Property Managers. She enjoyed playing the piano, reading, and gardening.
She is survived by her husband James, son James R., daughter Cristen, stepdaughter April, grandchildren Jordyn, Christen and Thierry, and great-grandson Gein, all of San Francisco.
A wake will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday at Duggan's Funeral Services. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Providence Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be given to the American Cancer Society or the American Lung Association.
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Mary Blanding
June 10, 2010
Jay, Cristen, and Roderick, I am so very sorry to hear of Johnnie's death. But I know that because of the love she had for Christ, she is in a better place now. Take time to process this change in your life and create your "New Normal."
Resolution From St. John Baptist Church
Rev. Ranzy McFadden
June 10, 2010
Dea. Blanding, we extend to you our love and concern during your breavement. May God continue to keep you and your family.
Pearl Baxter
June 9, 2010
To the Butler and Blanding Family,
Our hearts were sad when we heard of Johnnie’s death.
The children of Hiram and Ada Blanding wanted to let you know that you have our greatest sympathy.
We know that Johnnie’s passing will leave a void in the lives and hearts of all those who knew her. We are praying that this will be a time of looking to ‘the Author and Finisher of our faith’ (Hebrews 12:2). May God give each of you a greater hunger and thirst for Him (Matthew 5:6).
Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you.
When those we love have left this earth, we still can feel them near. We'll see a picture, hear a song, and it’s just like they are here. And when we call upon our faith, when we believe and trust, we know the ones we care about are always close to us. -Constance Parker Graham
June 7, 2010
Johnnie has left the "church militant" for the "Church Triumphant."
Richard E. Copeland
Class of '59
Salisbury, NC
Ruth Ann Butler
June 7, 2010
Our condolence for the Butler-Blanding Family on such a sad day. The loss of our aunt and friend will be in our hearts forever. Our prayers are with you.
June 7, 2010
Jay,Cristen, Roderick, and Family,
I regret hearing the news of Johnnie's Death. She will live on in the hearts of those who loved and knew her. Johnnie was a beautiful person,"young auntie" and classmate. I have such wonderful memories of her to cherish. Know that my prayers and thoughts are with youeven though I am unable to attend the Homegoing Services.
Sincerely, Louella Butler Greenville, SC
June 7, 2010
Jay, Cristen, Roderick and family,
I deeply regreted to hear of Johnnie's death. Yet I know that she lives on in the hearts of those who loved and knew her. Johnnie was such a beautiful person, aunt and classmate. I have such wonderful memories of her to cherish. Know that my prayers and thoughts are with you even though I am unable to attend the Homegoing Services. May the LORD comfort,strengthen, and bless you.
Sincerely, Louella Butler, Greenville, SC
Patricia Burgess Carter
June 7, 2010
Today may you find comfort, for God is present to walk with you through this difficult time of loss. . .
May you find peace, for God is present to care for your deepest need. . .
May you find hope, for God is present to assure you of His guidance in the days ahead.
You are in our thoughts, our hearts, and our prayers.
Classmate, Sterling High School, Class of 1959
maybelle randolph
June 7, 2010
James,Cristen& Roderick,
I'm sorry I won't be able to attend funeral. My prayers are with you at this of sorrow. Just know Johnnie is in the arms of Jesus, no more suffering & pain.We loved Johnnie so much but God loved her even more. I'll keep in touch.
Love,niece Maybelle Butler
Randolph
Sue Ehling
June 7, 2010
To the Butler-Blanding family - my sincere condolences go out to you in your time of sorrow. I was in Miss Butler's French class at Wade Hampton High School in 1972-1974. She always made the learning fun. I am pleased to learn that she was also head of the foreign language department. She deserved it. She will be greatly missed.
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