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Peter Scott de Blonk, Jr.
1987 - 2023
Peter Scott de Blonk, Jr.
1987 - 2023
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1987
DIED
2023
Peter de Blonk, Jr. Obituary
Peter Scott de Blonk, Jr. of Emporia was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. He was 35. We have lost a son, brother, husband, father, uncle, and a great friend. In his short time with us PJ touched many lives. His laugh was contagious, and he smiled all the time when he was with his family.
PJ was born on May 27, 1987, in Emporia, Kansas, the son of Peter and Tammy de Blonk. PJ was born happy go lucky with a huge personality. From the start people knew who he was. PJ attended Emporia Christian School where he was known by all students, teachers, and the principal. PJ earned his associates degree in Industrial Engineering Technology at Flint Hills Technical College. He could fix just about anything. He worked at Dolly for several years and that’s where he met the love of his life. He married Guadalupe Pahuamba on September 22, 2012, at Victory Fellowship Church in Emporia. PJ loved his wife and their daughter, Juliana. Juliana and her 2 dogs were PJ’s constant companions; always by his side.
He is survived by his wife Guadulupe de Blonk of Emporia; daughter, Juliana de Blonk of Emporia; parents, Peter and Tammy de Blonk of Emporia; sisters, Amy (Tin) Hinst of Emporia, Jessica Hinkle of Emporia; and Megan (Daniel) Pazos of Richmond, Texas, brother Kyle (Yomaira) de Blonk of Emporia; nieces and nephews Izabela, Luka, and Christian Hinst, Jace, Gracyn and Max Hinkle and Sofia and Daniel Pazos.
He is preceded in death by his brother Alex Scott de Blonk.
PJ was a proud business owner. He and his wife owned and operated Mr. Goodcents and Bruffs. He was a member of Victory Fellowship Church where he was dedicated to the Lord as a child. PJ volunteered his time and talents to Abundant Harvest, Emporia Christian School and anyone that asked.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, May 13, 2023, at Victory Fellowship Church with burial following at Evergreen Cemetery. The visitation will be Friday night from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Victory Fellowship Church, Emporia. Memorial contributions can be made to the PJ de Blonk Family Fund can be sent in care of Roberts-Blue-Barnett Funeral Home, P.O. Box 175, Emporia, Kansas 66801.
13 Entries
Teresa Owsley
May 29, 2023
Pete, Tammy, and all family members,
I was so sad to hear of your loss. Words cannot express how difficult it is to lose someone that you love so much. May God comfort you all in the many difficult days ahead. My favorite teacher memories are of my years at Emporia Christian School and the students that touched my life. PJ had a kind and tender heart. Sending a hug.
Retired teacher
Teresa Owsley
Mike Alcott
May 24, 2023
I’m so sorry Pete. I’’ praying for you and your family. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ted Wolf
May 15, 2023
I am so sorry to hear this news...God bless your family at this tough time.
Paul Ducote
May 13, 2023
Very sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts with your family
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Mitus Junatas
May 12, 2023
Pete and Tammy and the De Blonk Family.
Deepest condolences on the loss of your beautiful son. Our thoughts and prayers go with you that the Good Lord grant you comfort and strength at this difficult time.
"Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen."
Mitus, Jimmy and the Katy Pickleball Family
Gilan & Susan Cockrell
May 10, 2023
A great loss for the family and to Emporia. The businesses he took over reflected him. The people who worked for him were personable, nice, and ready to help you. He made the business a good place to come to. He will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you.
Karen and Fred Brown
May 10, 2023
So sorry for your loss.
Patty Springeman
May 10, 2023
So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Arnie de Blonk
May 9, 2023
Sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts.
Grace Short
May 8, 2023
I'm so very sorry to hear of PJ's passing. I remember him as an ornery little kid running around Mr Goodcents when I worked there. I got to visit with him a while back when he looked at a a vehicle we were selling. His family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers.
Belinda Tabares
May 8, 2023
Sorry for your loss he was a great guy to work with ..prayers for the whole family
Patty Holt Thompson
May 7, 2023
Tammy my heart goes out to you...blessings and love, Patty Holt Thompson
Betty Pierson
May 7, 2023
To The Family,
PJ was a joy to work with, so many wonderful memories! You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Betty Pierson
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