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Richard Blankenburg Obituary

Richard "Dick" Blankenburg

January 28, 2023

Richard "Dick" Blankenburg, 86, of Arroyo Grande, passed away January 28, 2023. Arrangements are under the direction of Marshall-Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel in Grover Beach.

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Published by Santa Maria Times on Jan. 31, 2023.

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Dick Williams

February 13, 2023

I was so sorry to hear about Dick Blankenburg's passing, i worked in the pressroom at the times-press-recorder before it closed down, Dick was a great boss and I enjoyed working with him, Maxine, Cindy, and there Son Rick

paul a sweeney sr

February 13, 2023

REST IN PEACE...LOVE AND PRAYERS FOR THE FAMILY...

Dick Williams

February 13, 2023

I was so sorry to hear about Dick Blankenburg's passing, I worked in the pressroom at the Times-press- recorder before it closed down.

Susie Clark

February 5, 2023

A lifetime of memories with you and you wonderful family.

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Susie Clark and family

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janet bear

February 2, 2023

Thoughts for your family. I will always remember him. Janet Berryhill Bear

Jan Evans

February 2, 2023

Having grown up in the 5Cities, I knew the Blankenburg family. I have fond memories of Dick and his smile and warm personality. He was a local icon and made an impact on many! He will be missed. My heart and prayers are with Rick, Cindy, Linda and the family.

paul a sweeney sr

February 1, 2023

Rest in Peace..........Love and prayers for the Family..

Rustic Wildflower - A Florist Original

Helen Daurio-Dubois

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Kathy Veder

February 1, 2023

My thoughts go out to the Blankenburg family Dick was such a wonderful man. So sorry for your loss
Kathy Hall Veder.

Pamela Coffey

February 1, 2023

I am so sorry. Mr. Blankenburg was such a great man. He treated my family with respect and dignity. He will be missed.

Bob and Diana Harris

February 1, 2023

Condolences to Rick, Cindy and Linda on their father's death. He was a good boss!

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Graveside service

1:00 p.m.

Arroyo Grande Cemetery

895 El Camino Real, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

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1239 Longbranch Ave, Grover Beach, CA 93433

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