Rungrat "Joy" Blanke

Rungrat "Joy" Blanke, of Holbrook, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on September 23, 1957, in the vibrant city of Bangkok, Thailand, Joy's journey led her to cross paths with her beloved partner, Joseph Caruso, with whom she shared a life full of laughter and mutual devotion. She was also a cherished mother to Gerald Blanke of Los Angeles, California.
A lover of the natural world, Joy found solace and joy in the outdoors. She spent countless hours at the beach, letting the rhythm of the waves soothe her spirit, and casting lines into the pond, finding immense joy in fishing. Her garden was her sanctuary, a place where she cultivated beauty and life with a tender hand, each bloom a testament to her patience and care.
Those who knew Joy will remember her as the embodiment of love. Her absence will be felt deeply, but the love she shared will continue to resonate, a guiding force for all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Joy's life was a journey of love, from the streets of Bangkok to the shores she came to call home. She leaves behind a world that is brighter for her having been in it, and a family that will honor her memory by living with the same loving kindness that she exemplified. Rungrat "Joy" Blanke's spirit will forever be woven into the fabric of the lives she touched.
At the request of the family, all services will be private.
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