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Dana Blank Obituary
AGE: 44 • Brick Township
Dana J. Blank, 44, of Brick, passed away suddenly on June 20, 2017. Born in Neptune, Dana was raised in Brick before moving to the Pacific Northwest where was lived until returning to NJ in 2016.
Dana loved nature and was happiest when outdoors, especially with her family. She was a dance enthusiast and most recently taught at Fred Astaire School of Dance. She will be greatly missed.
Dana leaves her two sons - Emmett Blank of Port Townsend, WA, and Odin Wilson of Brick; mother Barbara Blank of Wall; father Gary Blank & wife Katie of Allenwood; sister Amanda Rothstein & husband Justin of Lake Tahoe, CA; maternal grandparents Edward & Jean Johnson of Wall; Paternal grandmother Dorothy Blank of Allenwood; and many loving relatives and friends.
Memorial Visitation at O'Brien Funeral Home, 2028 Hwy. 35, Wall, on Saturday from 1-2:30pm, concluding with a prayer service at 2:30pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations an education fund for Dana's son Odin, care of Barbara Blank, can be mailed to 138 Valencia Dr. Brick, NJ 08723.
For more info, visit www.OBrienFuneralHome.com.
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Joan Fabian
July 14, 2017
I only recently became aware of Dana's passing. I am saddened to hear of this unforeseen tragedy and offer my sincere condolences. Many who knew her will always hold dear her sparkling eyes, laughter and wit, her creativity. My heart goes out to all who were touched by her "joie de vivre."
June 27, 2017
I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and my prayers. With deepest sympathy, Dana Dignard
Scott Gilbert
June 27, 2017
Getting to know Dana was one of the most delightful blessings of living on the Oregon Coast and her loss is a terrible shock. Her loved ones and her spirit are in my prayers.
Michelle Cheasty
June 25, 2017
I was so shocked when I saw this today. Although I haven't seen her in years I often thought about her. I remember all the summers on the beach and hanging out on the weekends. She always had a smile. I was surprised to run into her in Maplewood when I moved back that way. That was the last time I saw her. If there's anything I can do for you guys please let me know. Sending all of you hugs love and prayers xoxo. Michelle Cheasty
Carol Bednar
June 24, 2017
Prayers for her and all her family and friends. May she rest in peace. So sad and too young.
Kelly Guido Pavan
June 22, 2017
Psalms 116:15
June 22, 2017
So sorry to hear about your loss. May it comfort you to know that God keeps those who pass away in his memory because they are precious in his eyes.
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O'Brien Funeral Home - Wall2028 Highway 35 at New Bedford Road, Wall, NJ 07719
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