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Blanche Channel Obituary
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TERRA HAUTE, IN: Blanche Louella Collins Gossman Channel, 99, of Terre Haute passed away Thursday March 2, 2017 in Kindred Southwood Health Center. She was a potter for Hull Pottery. Blanche was born June 6, 1917 in Buchtel, OH to Harley Collins and Emma (Preston) Collins. She is survived by a daughter, Bonnie J. Smith; grandsons, John Harris, Kirk Harris (Patti), Mic Smith (Pam), Steve Smith (Angie), Rich Smith (Cathy), and Matt Smith (Angela); granddaughter, Theresa Hemrich (Larry); a brother, Bill Collins; a sister, Betty McKahan; 23 great grandchildren, 31 great great grandchildren, 2 great great great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband, Banjo Gossman, her second husband, Ron Channel, brothers, Raymond and Frank Collins, sister, Glenna Gossman, grandson, Dwight Harris, son-in-law, Michael Smith, and great grandson, CJ Weck. Blanche was a member of the Moose Lodge, she also enjoyed dancing and loved to gamble, especially horse races. Graveside services will be Tuesday march 7, 2017 at 1:00 pm in Oak Hill Cemetery with Pastor Rick Swan officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery. DeBaun Funeral Homes is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.debaunfuneralhomes.com
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Kelly Enright
March 9, 2017
Bonnie and family, I am so sorry about the loss of Blanche. She was a one of a kind and I know she will be missed. My parents also send their condolences, they thought a lot of her as well. Kelly and Amanda
Cris Hutchings
March 9, 2017
Bonnie and family
Larry and I are very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love
Larry and Cris Hutchings
Belinda Nichols
March 7, 2017
Bonnie & Family: My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. Aunt Blanche was a truly amazing women and I have many fond memories of her. She always put a smile on your face. Your in my thoughts and Prayers. Love to you all.
Diane and John RODGERS
March 5, 2017
Bonnie,
Please accept our most sincere condolences for the passing of your mother. What a character she was and we hold the fondest memories of her and your dad when they were building our house. One such memory was when they had a spat over a bologna and ham sandwich. Your mom just was raising the roof and your dad was just grinning at her while she ranted. They were quite the pair. May she rest in peace and know we share in your sorrow.
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