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David Blaney Obituary
David was born May 6, 1935, to the late Dr. and Mrs. Harvey J.S. Blaney in Royalton, New Brunswick, Canada. At the age of 18, he became a U.S. citizen. After high school, he attended Eastern Nazarene College in Quincy, Mass., where he received a B.A. in mathematics. He was married to Fran M. Oddo in 1956. They moved to CT for his job as a design mechanical engineer at Hamilton Standard Aircraft, a division of United Technologies. During that time, he attended Hartford University and received a B.S. in engineering. During his tenure at Hamilton, he served as chief of CAD CAM, was involved in PDES, INC. and was administrator and co-chairman of the UTECA project. He worked on windmill energy and received two patents in his name for developing the filament winding process for the blades. He traveled extensively for Hamilton in the U.S. and in Italy. He designed fuel controls for the Black Hawk helicopter and helped develop the backpack for the astronauts. David's work for UTC spanned 43 years. He studied French, Italian, Russian, and Latin. He was a member of the Manchester Church of the Nazarene and served as choir director for almost 25 years and presented over 30 cantatas. He was also a board member, NY I President, Sunday School teacher, sound man, and co-chaired with his wife the church's bicentennial float in 1976. David was an avid reader and enjoyed travel with his wife and family.
Besides his wife Fran, he leaves his son, David J. Blaney and his wife, Roberta, of Vernon, and their daughter Melissa and her children, Dylan, Sunny, Bryce, and Kara; his daughter, Kimberley Peters and her husband, Scott, of Wheatridge, Colo., and their children, Leandra, Colton and Lauryn; and his daughter, Marla Wiley and her husband, Christopher, of Tolland, and their children, Caleb, Gabriel and Hannah; his brother, Dr. Paul Blaney and his wife, Nancy, of Abingdon, Va.; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be Saturday, April 5, 2008, at 11:30 a.m. at the Manchester Church of the Nazarene, 218 Main St., Manchester. Burial will follow in Grove Hill Cemetery, Rockville.
Calling hours will be Friday, April 4, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Holmes Funeral Home, 400 Main St., Manchester.
Memorial contributions may be made to Christ's Co-Mission Int'l., P.O. Box 456, Rockville, CT 06066. Your memorial gift will support our mission in Ghana, Africa, including "Loved By Jesus School" or Eastern Nazarene College Scholarship Fund in the name of David H. Blaney, ENC 23 East Elm Ave., Wollaston, MA 02170.
The Blaney family extends their appreciation to friends, family, doctors, nurses and hospice for their many kindnesses to David and their family. To sign the online guestbook or for directions to the funeral home, please visit www.holmes-watkinsfuneralhomes.com
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Memories and Condolences
for David Blaney
Sponsored by his children, David Jonathan Blaney, Kimberley Rose Peters, and Marla Francine Wiley..
Linda Hanson
July 8, 2008
My dearest friends, I'm probably the last person to place an entry here. I simply had no words to express my feelings, and not sure I have them now either. Dave had such an impact on my life and early Christian walk that it's hard to imagine he's no longer a phone call away. I'm so grateful for the honor of having been considered a friend, not only of Dave's, but all of you as a family. Each and every one of you is such a witness of His love. Thank you, Fran, David J., Kim and Marla. My Mom, Helen and I love all of you very much. You are in our prayers every day. So many little things daily make me think of Dave, yet I thank God that his love and legacy will live on for many generations, both in the family he loved and the friends whose lives he touched. May God bless all of you.
Love, Linda, Bertha and Helen
Dale Smith
May 15, 2008
Fran
So sorry to hear of Dave's death. We were in FL during March and April and did not hear the news until today. I worked with Dave at Hamilton Standard when we were building large wind turbine blades. Dave wrote the program to control our large filiment winding machine. He was a wonderful person to work with and did an outstanding job developing that software.
May our merciful God grant you peace in your great loss.
Marsha Jacobs
May 12, 2008
Words are so inadequate when one thinks of the impact made by one person as talented and dedicated as Dave was. My thoughts go back to 1972 when we moved to Conneticut, joined the Manchester Church of The Nazarene and the choir which was directed by Dave. He and Fran were so welcoming and were quick to include our family in their circle of friends. Thankfully that friendship continued long after we moved back to California. Dave stayed in our home when was inspecting the wind generators he had designed and later we vacationed with Fran and Dave in North Carolina. Dave's illness prevented him and Fran from joining us in Palm Springs in 2003, my husband "Jake" Marion Jacobs died that following October. Great memories of these Godly men keep the joy in living.
Pat Andrews
May 8, 2008
Dear Fran--and all your wonderful family,
Our hearts are still going out to you in the loss you feel of your beloved husband, Dave. You and Dave are the ones that Clint and I will always associate with bringing us together nearly 13 years ago. You were the first to invite us to your home for a lovely meal--and to further our realization that our lives were meant to be united as one. We have always looked forward to and enjoyed our times of fellowship with you, and the occasions which were times with your incredible family. We continue to treasure your friendship and assure you of our prayers. What a comfort and asssurance that we will ALL spend an eternity TOGETHER with our wonderful Lord and Saviour.
Your forever friends,
Pat & Clint
Harry Mosher
May 6, 2008
Dear Fran:
I have fond memories of the many experiences that cousin Dave and I shared over the years. Someone has said, "Yesterday's influences, Today's memories and Tomorrow's reunion". Berneta and I are remembering you in prayer and trusting you'll feel the special love and comfort that only God can give. Love you.
Barbara and Gene Shea
May 6, 2008
Dear Fran:
Here is our prayer of Intercession for you today.
"The Lord is Fran's shepherd; she has everything she needs.
"He lets her rest in fields of green grass and leads her to quiet pools of fresh water.
"He gives her new strength. He guides her in the right paths, as He has promised. Even if she goes through deepest darkness, she will not be afraid, Lord, because you are with her. Your shepherds rod and staff protect her. You prepare a banquet for her where all her enemies can see her. You welcome her as an honored guest and fill Fran's cup to the brim. I know your goodness and love will be with Fran all Fran's life; and your house will be her home as long as she lives." Amen
Love and Prayers,
Cyndi Mirabelli
May 6, 2008
Dear Fran & Family
I know its hard for us on earth that today is Dave's birthday but he is celebrating with Jesus. I know for my dad is in Heaven and one day we celebrate with him & Dave & others gone on before us. Dave will not be forgotten & yall will always be in my thoughts & prayers no matter distance. May God continue to Bless you & your lovely family. Love Cyndi
George & Blanche Gressett
May 6, 2008
Dear Fran & family, Earth's loss is definitely Heaven's gain. Dave was a truly wonderful and talented man. His children are a tribute you Fran & Dave. We have fond memories of college days, reunions and our special Honeymoon place in the Pocano Mountains. May God continue to hold you in the hollow of His hand as you continue to serve Him in the days ahead. Much love and prayers to you all.
David and Bobbi Hansen
May 6, 2008
Dear Fran,
Our prayers and most loving thoughts are with you today as we know that today being Dave's birthday is especially difficult. We have deep admiration for the incredible strength and grace you have shown during this difficult time. We praise God today for the birth of David and all the wonderful gifts he gave to each one of us. God Bless you Fran and your beautiful family.
Jackie Munsie
May 6, 2008
There are never any words to describe the great loss we feel. THe hope that we have through Christ is that we will all be together again. We will laugh together again and feast together again and we will all get to hear the Blaney family sing together again!! Dave always called himself "dad" to me and I was always "kid" to him. His influence in my life was great. He was probably the Godliest man I ever met. I miss him dearly. I look forward to all of us being together again in heaven and that brings so much comfort and joy to know that this isn't the end, the best is yet to come!! Love you Fran and David, J and Kim and Marla. You are a wonderful family and Paul and I have the best of memories with you all and we love and miss you dearly!!
Bob and Kerry White
May 5, 2008
Dear Fran, Kim, Marla, and David,
It's hard to imagine that today, on his birthday, Dave is not here to celebrate it with his family. He left us much too soon. We are thinking of you all warmly. Dave was a wonderful mentor, guide, and friend to me for over 25 years at Hamilton Standard. Let me know, Fran, when I can help you out with anything.
--Bob White
Rick and Connie Carlton
May 5, 2008
Our Deepest sympathy goes out to The Blaney Family...though we all grieve the loss of such a wonderful man who left such deep and heartfelt memories in so many lives, we can rejoice knowing that he is with our Lord and Savior....singing in the choir, or maybe directing the choir.
Love and prayers,
Rick and Connie
Dee Yugovich
May 5, 2008
Fran, my deepest sympathies to you and your family at this time and especially with David's birthday tomorrow. Even though I know how hard this is for you we all know he's in a better place free of suffering. We all look forward to that day. Even though we've never met face-to-face I always enjoy our talks. Yes, praise God for Jesus and Juice Plus+! Thanks for sharing your journey with me.
Dennis & Jane Brenner
May 5, 2008
Fran, You and David were and are special to us. David will remain in our memories as a man after God's heart. May his grace from above be adequate for this time.
Fred Wenger
May 5, 2008
Fran and Family, May God flood your soul and spirit with precious memories as you are aware of Dave's birthday. Shakespere was so right with the line, "Parting is such sweet sorrow." God's warmth and comfort today and everyday. Fred
Carmen Santa
April 29, 2008
Dear Mrs. Blaney, children and family:
It was very sad to know about the passing of Mr. Blaney. He was a great man and I know that he will be missed a lot. My prayer is for God to give you His strengh and comfort as I know He has been doing.
In Christ,
Kamely Fessler
April 29, 2008
Dear Blaney Family:
I just happen to come upon the news of Mr. Blaney passing away. My thougths and prayers are with you. And I am very sorry for your loss. God bless you always.
Sharon & Don McGlinchey
April 25, 2008
To Fran, David J, Kim, Marla & family
I feel privileged to have known David. He was one of the greatest Christian men that I have known. He was quality, sincere.
Fran, Let those wonderful memories, your precious family and God's grace carry you through to the gates of Heaven - for he cannot come to us, but we can go to him. (2 Sam. 12:23) Praise God. Love,
Nelson and Marjorie Kilpatrick
April 19, 2008
Your friendship has meant so much to Nelson and me. I am sorry that i broke my pelvis and was unable to grieve with you as I wanted to do. David was a good man. He left a beautiful witness of his faith for friends and family to remember. As we pray for you in this adjustment period, we know you will remember us.
Christine Brigham
April 18, 2008
My deepest sympathy to you, Fran, and to Kimberley, Marla, and David J. at this time. David will be greatly missed. His accomplishments were many--among them his love of music and that wonderful tenor voice. But he wasn't just singing words--his life was a testament to his faith and love for his God. And so he showed that faith also in dying--accepting God's plan with great strength and dignity.
Gary & Dianne Toolas
April 9, 2008
To Fran and the entire family,
Gary and I share in your grief, and we will always remember the special times we have had with you and how you made us feel such a part of your family. May God Bless You All during this very difficult time of grieving, but the comfort is knowing that we will all be together again in Heaven. What a Day of Rejoicing that will be! We Love you All and you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeff Guertin
April 7, 2008
Fran and family,
I can remember meeting with Dave for Sunday School in the Fish building across the street. It was often him and I alone, and he would question if we should continue. He taught me that you can be a critical thinker and still have a whole heart for God. He was always an inspiration to me in his love and service to God. I pray for comfort in your loss.
Kandie Melendez
April 5, 2008
To Fran and the whole Blaney family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We can take comfort in the fact that our loved ones are in the hands of their Lord and we will see them again.
Love & Prayers
Kandie, Luis & Matt Melendez
Mary Black
April 4, 2008
Dearest Fran, David J, Kim, Marla and families.
May our Lord fill your lonliness with His Love. We have many cherished and special memories with your family. Dave was a wonderful friend and such a man of God. We love you all and you are in our constant thoughts and prayers.
With God's Blessings.
Mary, Karla, Perry and Austin-Monroe
Timothy Shetler
April 3, 2008
Mrs. Blaney and family,
Special thanks to your family for your ministry to others over many years. May God's healing grace be yours today and each day in the months to come.
Tim Shetler
Sharon James
April 3, 2008
It is so sad for Uncle David to be gone, he was genuinely sweet and kind. We vanish in a speck of time. My love and best wishes to Aunt Fran, David J., Kim and Marla. Hope you are holding up. It is a great loss!
Bud & Bettie Woodcook
April 3, 2008
To Our Dear Friends,Fran, David J, Kim, Marla, and families, How our hearts ache with your loss. What a Saint, husband,father,Churchman & Engineer... All will miss him dearly. Many prayers are with you.
Howard and Mary Evelyn Moore
April 3, 2008
Dear Family, Fran, David J, Kim, Marla, and All,
Howard and I stop by here to express our love to each of you, part of our extended family. We shall continue praying, as you experience needed grieving combined with our hope in Jesus the Risen Lord, which reaches beyond the bonds of death. David lived a life of great value which includes, Fran, over a half-century of your marriage. Most of all, he knew what is utterly important: "the surpassing value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord" (Phil 3:8). What is so meaningful is that he expressed this so well through music, from a singing heart.
With our love,
Mary Evelyn and Howard
Howard and Mary Evelyn Moore
April 3, 2008
Dear Family, Fran, David J, Kim, Marla, and All,
Since we are unable to be with you in person, Howard and I stop by this Guest Book to express anew our love for each of you our dear cousins. We continue praying knowing that, you grieve keenly, but it is with the peace of Christ residing within you serenely. It is all "Because He lives."
With our love,
Mary Evelyn and Howard
Kristin Hatch
April 3, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy to Fran, Kim, Marla and David J. and their families. Dave was always my favorite uncle and an excellent example of a truly good man. He always took the time to listen closely and to discuss thoughtfully. I will miss him......love to you all.
Stephanie (Guertin) McLaren
April 2, 2008
Fran and everyone,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know you were all a very tight family. God Bless you all!
Shirl Guertin
April 2, 2008
Fran, David J, Kim & Marla & family;
You are all so special to me and I grieve with you today in your loss. I pray that our God of all comfort embrace you as you mourn the loss of your beloved. I pray that through your tears you will find healing & restoration - that your ashes of mourning will turn to beauty.
Dave has such a loving and gentle spirit that has touched my life in a very special way.
Know that you are all in my thoughts and my prayers.
Love,
Judy Dziadul
April 2, 2008
Dearest Friends, How deeply we are touched with your grief. David was a godly man and we will miss his gentle spirit and that sweet smile. How great it was to sing under his leadership at that reunion concert just before moving here to GA. We love you all and look forward to a great reunion one day as Dave takes a turn leading the choir in heaven. GOD keep you close and comfort you all. One day HE will wipe away your tears. Love and Prayers George and Judy Dziadul
Anthony Oddo
April 1, 2008
David was special: A true man of Faith. A man of good deeds. A fine husband to my sister Fran. Father of among the finest children. David brings to mind the last verse of
"A Psalm of life"
Lives of great men all remind us
We can make our lives sublime.
And, departing, leave behind us
Footprints on the sands of time.
David left footprints that will continue to bless and will never be forgotten.
We loved David H. and we love you Fran, David J., Kim, and Marla and your families
Proud brother of
Fran (Oddo) Blaney
Anthony Oddo
Robert Thompson
April 1, 2008
To the Blaney Family:
saddened to hear of the passing of Dave. I fondly remember the many times we visited at your home. I especially remember driving to the Boston area to see young David in the excellent production of Shenandoah so many years ago.
God Bless
Bob Thompson
John & Peg Bowen
April 1, 2008
Fran and family,
Peg and I would like to express our deepest sympathy for your loss. The Blaney Family has been an important part of our lives for many years. David's warm and faithful spirit will live on in our hearts and minds in the years to come.
Kay Snook
April 1, 2008
My prayers have been with David and your family. Please know I will be praying for your family as you celebrate his precious life and travel the path of grief.
Lois and Art Woodward
April 1, 2008
Dear Fran and Family,
We extend our deep sympathy to you all. Dave was a wonderful man of God, and a dear friend. We recall our happy times together, including your 25th and 50th anniversaries, and our ENC 50th class reunion. May you be comforted that he is no longer suffering, and that he is with his Lord. Your friends,
Bud Reedy
April 1, 2008
dear family...sally and i want to express our sincere sympathy for your loss. We so enjoyed our moments with David and Fran at New England camp last summer....blessings on all of you....bud and sally reedy
Michael Lahue
March 31, 2008
I met Mr. Blaney through his son David Jr. and was truely blessed. He talked with me like a father and listened to what I had to say. I was a new christian and saw Christ truely in him. I hope to be half as loving a man as he was. He will truely be missed. May the Lord comfort you Fran in the upcoming days. Lord bless you and your family.
Merritt Nielson
March 31, 2008
Fran and family . . . Linda and I extend to you our loving sympathy at the passing of David. What a wonderful legacy of Christian commitment. Blessings to you, Kim, Marla, and David and their families. We will be praying for you this week.
Helen Nease-Bradley
March 31, 2008
Fran,
Just learned of David's passing and remember our accidental meeting last summer at Ben and Jerry's. My condolences to you and your family. The Blaney family was always a blessing to the Nease family.
Lori & Doug Kitchen
March 31, 2008
Dear Fran, David J, Kim & Marla,
Our deepest sympathies are extended to you at this moment. Our hearts are tender for you having just passed this way the end of January when Doug's Dad joined the millions around the throne of God! We rejoice in Heaven's gain but are saddened at the loss for those of us left behind. What a glorious day it will be when we are all reunited in Glory. Our prayers are with you.
Doug & Lori Kitchen
David, Nancy, DJ and Shayla Pantaleo
March 31, 2008
To the Blaney Family:
May God imbrace you with his loving arms, surround you with His warm presence, and give you mighty inner strength during this most difficult time in your life. There is nothing we could say or do that will fill the emptyness, loneliness and grief that only God can mend one stitch at a time. Just know that our prayers are with you as you deal with the loss of Dave. Love you all.
Karen and Karl Henck
March 31, 2008
Dear Marla, Kim, and David,
Karl and I are saddened to hear of your loss. You are in your prayers as you move through the next months without your beloved father.
Bill Dyment
March 31, 2008
What a shock to learn that an ENC contemporary had passed away. Dave's commitment and Chrisitian portrayal of Christ were a witness to me as a floundering student at ENC. My condolences and prayers to and for the family.
David and Bobbi Hansen
March 31, 2008
Dear Fran, Kim, Marla, David Jr. and your extended families,
We feel so blessed to have known David and will miss his gentle manner and beautiful voice. He made us feel so welcome when we first arrived at MCN just a few short years ago and always took the time to say hi and always showed a genuine concern for us. He gave so much to so many here on earth and we know that he has been rewarded in heaven. And the Lord said "Well done good and faithful servant". Wish we could see the angels faces when they his sweet voice sing. May God bless you Fran and hold you all close now and always.
With all our love and prayers,
Charlotte Fair
March 31, 2008
I pray God's comfort and thanks in the knowledge of knowing David is absent from the body and present with the Lord. God's Blessings on you all.
Marian Kilpatrick Turkington
March 31, 2008
Dear Fran, I want to express my condolences to you re: Davids death. I read of it when I got the death notices on my computer here in North Port, Fla. Have many rememborances of you both.
Mike Schutz
March 31, 2008
Esther and I are praying for all of you at the passing of Mr. Blaney. He was always a welcoming presence whenever we visited the Manchester Church.
Don and Dee Kauffman
March 30, 2008
Fran, David J., Kim and Marla,
Dave was a gentle Christian man who will be greatly missed. We have great memories of contatas, the 1976 bicentenial float process, quartet singing and special times at your house. We look forward to seeing Dave again one day. Our prayers are with you.
Bill and Maxine Rothe Schortman
March 30, 2008
Dear Fran and family,
Our most sincere sympathy to you all on the loss of Dave. May you find comfort in so many of the wonderful tributes to his life. Thank God for memories. Though our words can do little we hope our thoughts and prayers will support you at this time. Take comfort in knowing that one day soon all our souls will soar together in a perfect place above.
Ann Rearick
March 29, 2008
Dear Fran and family, Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you in this very difficult time. Where would we be without our great hope in the resurrection?
Ann & Andy Rearick
Ed and Lori (McFall) Lewis
March 29, 2008
During visits to the Manchester Church, Dave Blaney was always one whom we delighted in visiting with. He was sincerely interested in how we were doing, didn't limit conversation to events of the past, spoke of his hope for things to come, and today realizes the eternal blessings of the choice he made on this earth. We will forever hear his tender voice and see his warm smile, and look forward to a grand reunion. May his legacy and hope in the One he served give you a peace that surpasses understanding at this time.
Ron & Joan Keller
March 29, 2008
Dear Fran, David J., Kimberly and Marla,
It has been a pleasure to know your family and a blessing to see your commitment to Jesus Christ. What David did and what you are doing has given and is giving glory to Jesus. My daughter Sally and son-in-law Bill and their children appreciate your love and friendship. You have been good to our kids! We have prayed for you and will continue to pray for you. Thank God for Heavenly reunions.
Merritt & Marge Salmon
March 29, 2008
Sorry to read of your loss. We send you our deepest sympathies.
David & Gail Shefelbine
March 29, 2008
Dear Fran and Family: So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Emily Bowie
March 29, 2008
Dear Fran,
My heart goes out to you and your family at this time. I will continue to keep you in my prayers.
Emily Bowie
Rusell Metcalfe
March 29, 2008
Dear Fran, and David, Kim, and Marla-
David kept the faith, finished his course, and is hearing the "Well done" we all hope to hear one day. I'm thankful to have known your family, and you are in our prayers. Day by day, step by step God is with us. God is good!
With love,
Russell and Helen Metcalfe
Michael and Adrienne Moore
March 29, 2008
Dear Fran and Family,
Now Dave walks and talks with Dad (Moore), Gladys, Tenny and others who have preceded him. Even though we are sad he is not here, he is free from pain and suffering and is in the place where there is nothing but joy, peace and praise for our Lord Jesus Christ.
God bless you all.
With our deepest sympathy.
Love,
Michael and Adrienne Moore
Alfred and Arlene Swain
March 29, 2008
David was a wonderful friend and christian brother. It was always a special privilege to see him and you, Fran when we could visit in Connecticut. You have been supporters of us and our ministry throughout the years. We are happy he is now completely healed in Heaven, but also grieve with his wonderful family in this time of loss.
Matt and Dale Dunfield
March 29, 2008
We feel such deep sadness at the passing of Mr. Blaney. He was so clearly a man devoted to his faith and his family. Please know that his spirit lives on in those of us whose lives he touched.
Nicole (HHA)
March 28, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lamb's Way, Inc.
David and Terri Greenier
March 28, 2008
David H. was a dear man, and I am pleased to have been able to call him "Friend." We were in agreement that he and I had never been able to spend the time together that we had always wanted to, because of our very full lives. We also agreed that we would one day have the time to fellowship together, and catch up on our lives; we even agreed that it might only be once we no longer had such busy lives. I now hope for that day, when David and I will be able to worship in Spirit and Truth, alongside of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. David left so many behind, but I have to praise the Lord all the same, because those he loved most will join him one day in Glory and we shall all have the most wild party that you ever did see! Hey, we worship the creator of "Party" so I can only imagine how great it will be!
David will be sorely missed' the world is at a loss with his leaving; but I have to wonder what rejoicing is going on in Heaven, because a saint has come home. Terri and I offer our blessings in this sad time to David's friends and family. Fran, you are loved. It was a joy to see the love that you and David had for each other and the Love of God that was taught to your children. Your faith and his combined for all those wonderful years has made a great difference in this dark world. David's ministry here is over, but for some reason yours continues. Look to the Lord as you always have, and allow Him to comfort you now, so that you can press on and do His good and perfect will. One day, all our tears will be wiped away and we shall worship the Lord alongside David. One day...
Holmes Funeral Home
March 29, 2008
With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning.
Richard and Alene Call
March 28, 2008
Our love and prayers go out to you Fran and your family. It has been a real joy to know Dave and see his witness for Christ and his love for the church. The tears you shed are tears expressing a deep love and they goes much deeper than anyone can imagine. Sorry that we cannot be with you in person at this time, but be assured we are with you in spirit.
Richard and Alene Call
Del & Becky Carney
March 28, 2008
Our loss is heavens gain and what a day that will be when we see him again. He is now with Grammy Rose ( the prayer warrior) safe in the arms of Jesus.
Fran and family you do have our sincere sympathy.
Love Del and Becky
Barb Oddo
March 28, 2008
Uncle Dave was a man I have always looked up to throughout my years growing up. His steadfast, calm and Christ like manner always impressed me. Something I will never forget about him! He will be greatly missed by our family, even though our times together were years apart. He is celebrating God's love and riches with Grandma and Grandpa Oddo! Love to you Fran, Kim, Marla and David!!
Sherry Tardiff
March 28, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. Dave was a good and Godly man who will be missed by many. I'm sure the choir in heaven sounds a little sweeter today. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Deb Hagedorn
March 28, 2008
To the Collins family, the Blaneys have been extended family for more than 50 years. Dave was a steadfast friend who gently, quietly, and lovingly was always there for support, advice, brotherly love and encouragement. His love for the Lord was a shining testiment on his daily journey. We have many special memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Lovingly, Cathy, Mark & Deb
Brian Doyle
March 28, 2008
Dave lived a legacy and his investment in the Kingdom of God will continue to bear fruit here in Connecticut and beyond. What a joy to see a man of God finish the race strong!
Adam & Nora Weaver
March 28, 2008
Our lives were enriched to have known David in the years we lived in Hartford. Our sympathy to you. Adam & Nora Weaver
Rev. Paul Dziadul
March 28, 2008
Dave was a great man who genuinely loved the Lord. There was a winsomeness about him that came from the Holy Spirit. Psalm 116:15 says, "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints". Heaven celebrates 'death' like earth celebrated birth. It's all about ones perspective. I would love to have seen Dave's face when he gazed into the eyes of Christ for the first time. No wonder God calls it precious. We're praying for Fran, David J, Kim, & Marla & all the grandchildren. He has left a legacy of gentle & genuine love for Christ to his family.
Dale Snellenberger
March 28, 2008
I met Dave at church in 1978 and have truly been amazed at his knowledge of many different things and his humble Christ like spirit. Dave has always been a good friend and Godly counselor to me. He has given me a great deal of Godly advice. Many times I have asked myself, what would David do in this situation, and it has helped me to stop and evaluate the situation better. His Godly legacy will go on and on for many years. He always made time to talk when I needed to. God bless you Fran for helping to make Dave who he was.
Your brother in Christ always.
Dale and Sandy Snellenberger
Fred Wenger
March 28, 2008
David, this gives special meaning to the old church song, "If you get there before I do, please tell my friends that I'm coming too."
Cyndi Mirabelli
March 28, 2008
Dear Fran & Family,
I am so sorry to hear Dave lost the battle with cancer.
I know yall & I were praying for a miracle of healing but we know Dave is rejoicing in Heaven with Jesus and we all will be reunited with him again one day.
Please know Fran you & Dave have been a huge blessing in my life and so many others. Dave will be greatly missed.
I am forever thankful that God allowed me to meet yall at Manchester Nazarene Church.
May God Bless you & take care of you my friend and your beautiful family.
You are in my heart and prayers.
Love & miss ya
Cyndi (Cynthia)
Stan & Evelyn Bowers
March 28, 2008
Dear Fran and family,
We are remembering you in your hour of sorrow. We have valued greatly our frienship over the years. We're pleased to know Dave "fought a good fight and kept the faith." That is most important! We are sorry we cannot be present to express our condolences but we will be remembering you in prayer now and in days to come.
Love and prayers,
Libbie Bowers
March 28, 2008
Dear Fran, Dave, Kim, and Marla,
I'm so sorry about the loss of Dave. He was a wonderful Christian man, and I know you will greatly miss him. My prayers are with you, and I trust God's grace will be sufficient in these difficult days.
Love,
Libbie Bowers
Steve Jacobs
March 28, 2008
Dave was a man with enormous foot prints. Every step of his life he cleared a path of compassion, devotion and righteousness. He did not just propose a right living and following Christ, he lived it. I can testify to the impact of his life and was privileged to visit with him just last June after not seeing him for more the 25 five years. As an adult my impression of him was even greater than that of a child. The world is made rich by the likes of David Blaney. I will look forward to a reunion in heaven someday and no doubt Dave will have a smile.
Merritt and Judy Mann
March 28, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to Fran and the extended family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in this time of loss. May you rejoice in a life exceptionally well lived!
Robert King
March 28, 2008
When situations change and you are not together on a regular basis a true friend remains a friend and does not judge. Dave was a true friend. Let that be counted to his credit at the gates of heaven.
Glen Swain
March 28, 2008
I will miss talking with Dave those few times each year we actually saw each other. He could talk intelligently about anything and everything and he always fascinated me with his insights on any subject.
My sincerest sympathies to Fran, David J., Kim and Marla and all of your families. I love you all and hold you in my thoughts. God Bless you.
Bill and Sally Cherniske
March 28, 2008
What an honor to have known such a wonderful man of God. Our family will greatly miss him. We love you Fran and will be praying for you.
Terri (Dumas) Smith
March 28, 2008
Dear Blaney Family,
Your father touched the hearts of many people at the Manchester Church of the Nazarene (especially me and my sister Chris!). Marla, Kim, David J. and Mrs. Blaney, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Terri (Dumas),Stephanie, Natalie and Joshua Smith
Sue & Michael Donnelly
March 28, 2008
Oh, how we will miss Dave!! What a precious brother in the Lord.
Our thoughts are with you all during this time, and we continue to pray for you.
One day we will join him once again in singing our praises to God!
Sue & Michael Donnelly
Ellis & Judy Sedlacek
March 28, 2008
Dave was a wonderful man and a fine christian.Well done Dave!! Fran, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Hal Velie
March 28, 2008
Dear Fran and family,
My deepest condolences. Gil and I use to chat with Dave every time we went in to HSD to make copies of the old paper version of the News From the Hole. Dave was a great guy ... much to young to die.
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