RICHARD BLUM

BLUM--Richard J., (1931-2022), a lifelong resident of Cleveland, died of complications of Parkinson's on January 22, 2022. Called by the nickname "Blos" by many of his friends, he was an outdoorsman who was an early runner, skier, mountain climber, hiker and distance bike rider. He was a loyal Dartmouth graduate of the class of 1953 and a U.S. Marine Corps officer. His energetic life was offset by his curiosity, generous spirit and interest in art and history. After some years in the family business, he co-founded Blossom Industries, a sales and engineering firm that provided manufacturing solutions to the commercial baking industry. He remained its president until his retirement a decade ago. He subsequently became a consultant in the same industry and oversaw several large projects in the United States and United Kingdom before retiring a second time at the age of 87. He Is survived by his wife of 33 years, Harriet Warm, his son Peter Blum, daughters Anne Blum, Jane (John) DeMarchi, Elizabeth (Duncan) Lons- dale, Johanna Schupf, and Katherine (Albert-deceased) Kim. Devoted grandfather of 13 and brother of John (Kathy) Blum. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may contribute to MoCa Cleveland (mocacleveland.org) or the charity of their choice.