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Donna Blazek Obituary

DONNA L. BLAZEK (McCLOUD) Valparaiso, Indiana Formerly Schererville, Indiana Donna L. Blazek (McCloud) age 41, passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2008. Survived by husband, Stephen of 16 years; son, Stephen D. Blazek at home; mother, Carol McCloud of Valparaiso; 2 brothers, David (Marie) McCloud of TN, Darren (Christy) McCloud of Indianapolis; sister, Debbie (Dallas) Wilson of Lafayette, IN; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her father, David McCloud. Mrs. Blazek was a graduate of Merrillville High School, Class of 1985, a State Champion swimmer at the age of 10, and during the last two years she has been her mother's caregiver. Friends may call at Pruzin Brothers Funeral Service, 6360 Broadway, Merrillville on Tuesday 2 to 8 p.m. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, June 25, 2008 at 11 a.m. from Pruzin Brothers Chapel, with Rev. Jerry Schweitzer officiating. At rest Calumet Park Cemetery, Merrillville.

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Published by Post-Tribune from Jun. 23 to Jun. 24, 2008.

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Cheryl (Brown) Valdahl

July 24, 2008

My sympathy goes out to Donna's family. I went to high school with Donna and we got to catch up a little when she brought her son over to our townhouse trick or treating when he was very little on Jordan Circle in Schererville. What a cutie you were Stevie! Your mom was so proud of you! What a great person Donna was! I am so sorry for your loss!

Desiree Buhelos

July 15, 2008

My Dears Donna. We have had our distance between us for a very long time. We grew together in many ways in our times together. I can all ways remember or good times together. You are such a special person. You have shared so many special moments with me and My family. I will miss you dearly. I'm so sorry it took my Mothers passing for us to be able to talk and share our thoughts. I was very happy that we saw each other but kinda scared how it would go. I'm so sorry but I still have no idea what really happen between us. I wish I could have told you how much I miss you as friend. You have no idea how hard it was to call you and just say WHY IS it like this. You will allway be in my heart , I love you and Miss you.
Steve and Steven and Mc Cloud Family
I'm so Sorry for your loss. Donna was such a wonderful Fun person Our heart goes out to all of you.

Mike & Joni Colomb

June 30, 2008

I only knew Donna a short time but she was a fun loving and a kind soul that cared about others and loved animals. My prayers go out to the family and friends. She will be missed.

Steve Blazek

June 26, 2008

Thank you all for adding a few words of sympathy. Stephen and I are greatly appreceiative that we have freinds and family such as you.

Steve Blazek

Genta Powell-Jansen

June 24, 2008

Donna was one my sister's best friends while I was growing up.Sometimes she would baby sit me and even went to Florida with my family. She was always fun and smiling. The last time I ever saw her was at my mom's funeral. I can't express how sorry I am for your loss. She will be missed and in my prayers. Genta Powell

Richard Dyman

June 24, 2008

It is with great sadness that I learned today of Donna’s passing. And though we had not spent time together since elementary school, I will always carry fond memories of her.

My thoughts and prayers are with her and her family at this difficult time. May you find peace in the loving embrace of the Lord, Bucko.

June 24, 2008

Please allow me to express my condolences at this time. I am hopeful that you will find comfort in your loving memories and in God's word, the Bible. "Blessed be...the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation." 2 Corinthians 13:4

Jill (Giordano) Eichler

June 24, 2008

My heart & prayers go out to the Blazek & McCloud families. Donna was the sweetest & most upbeat person I have ever known. I am very proud to have called her my friend for 35 years. Donna, I love you & miss you. God Bless

Jessica McCloud

June 23, 2008

Donna is my aunt.
Regardless of how time has distanced us.
She will always be, for me, that amazing woman I tried to emulate while growing up with her.
She was only 10 when I was born, so I was pretty lucky to have such a talented and cool aunt to guide me, support me, laugh with me, tease me, and most importantly, love me.
My heart goes out to her son and husband. And to everyone who knew and loved her.

Amy Hudson (Giordano)

June 23, 2008

I am so saddened for the loss of my closest friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to her husband, Steve, and son, Stevie...as well as to the McCloud and Blazek families and friends.

Donna amazed me. In my mind, she could do it all. I have never seen anyone swim the butterfly as beautifully as Donna. I remember in the Iddings Elementary School Talent Show her flipping and dancing with Debbie and Darren. "what a talented bunch," I thought.

As the years went by and age grew on us, Donna was still talented.... Able to handle any situation with a hearty laugh and a "we'll get through this" attitude.

Donna enjoyed life and was very proud of her two Steves. Both brought joy upon joy to her.

You all know how caring, nurturing, giving and uplifting Donna was...as well as how true a friend can be...Donna was just that.

Donna had the personality that sucked people in...when you met her, you instantly wanted to be around her.

I am proud and honored to have had Donna as my closest friend of 35 years.

God Bless and I love you Donna.

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