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Deborah Blan Obituary
URBANA - Deborah Ann Blan of Urbana passed away Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023, at age 60.
Beloved wife of Robert A. Blan, they were married April 23, 1983, in Champaign. Born Aug. 8, 1963, Debbie was the cherished daughter of Ralph Joseph and Mae Ann (Palmer) Cox. Debbie was preceded in passing by her father, Ralph Cox, in 1996.
Deborah is survived by her husband, Robert A. Blan of Urbana; a daughter, Ashley K. Blan Reinhart (David) of Homer; a son, Robbie J. Blan (Elizabeth), both of Homer; her mother, Mae Ann Cox of Urbana; and a sister, Sandra Cox of St. Louis, Mo. Her grandchildren include Dylan, Noah, Gavyn, Maddox, Jax, Ryker, Tobias and Aries Reinhart, Victoria and Liam Blan, and a great-grandson, Atticus Reinhart (Gavyn's son).
Deborah graduated from Urbana High School in 1981 and Parkland College. She was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church, Savoy, and worked for several retail stores at Market Place Mall as manager. She later worked at OSF Sacred Heart of Mary Medical Center, Urbana, as a surgical technologist for 25 years. Debbie devoted herself to her family. She enjoyed shopping for her grandchildren. She also decorated at weddings, birthdays and other parties. She will be greatly missed.
Celebration of Life will be Saturday, Jan. 20, at Cornerstone Church, 702 E. Church St., Savoy, with visitation from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the church and service to follow.
Donations to the Diabetes Foundation and Alabama State Park Association can be made at the services.
Condolences may be offered at www.renner-wikoffchapel.com.
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russ M allen
January 18, 2024
Oh Robert, hugs......Grinch
Twylla Ingram
January 17, 2024
I worked with Debbie for many years at OSF. She was the sweetest person. She loved her husband and family so much, and she got along well with everybody . Im so sorry for your loss.
God Speed my friend.
Robert Head Jr.
January 16, 2024
Robert my thought and prayers to you and your family .
Robert Head Jr.
January 15, 2024
Robert sorry for your loss .
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kathy Dennemann
January 15, 2024
I worked in Commications and would visit with Debbie when she came to our department. She was always bubbly. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Malea Fonner
January 15, 2024
Deb was one of a kind... She was always happy, if she wasnt, she would whisper under her breath and that was so funny.. She was interested in everyone and how they were...She loved talking about her family and grandbaby... She will be missed by so many... Fly high Deb
Karen Thompsen
January 13, 2024
Debbie was 1 if a kind! She rarely sat down at work unless it was work she was doing. She kept us organized, updated & knew where everything was.... in ANY part of the hospital. She never knew a stranger.... and talk your ear off. To know her, is to love her! She will be missed!
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