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James C. Blaney PORTAGE, IN - James C. Blaney, age 79, of Portage, IN formerly of Gary, IN, passed away July 28, 2018. James is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Sandra Blaney (nee Ward); daughters: Beth (Keith) Larson of Valparaiso, IN and Stephanie (William) Greener of Tucson, AZ; grandson, John Larson of South Bend, IN. He is preceded in death by his parents: John and Rita Blaney. James retired from US Steel and was an avid golfer and gardener. He was also a member of the VFW Post 5365 in Hobart, IN. James requested no services, but will be greatly missed by friends and family.

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Published by The Times on Aug. 1, 2018.

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KEISTON HOLLOWAY

August 1, 2018

ON BEHALF OF THE COMRADES AND SISTERS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF INDIANA YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE AND OUR DEPARTED COMRADE.OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.SINCERELY VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF INDIANA STATE CHAPLAIN KEISTON R.HOLLOWAY

August 1, 2018

I would like to offer my sincere condolences to James' family, sorry for your loss. Jeremiah 29:11 assures us that God is thinking thoughts of peace towards us, to give us a future and a hope, may that bring you comfort in this time of sorrow.

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