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1929
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2023
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Elaine Blank Obituary
Elaine was born on August 21, 1929 in Kansas City, KS to Robert and Lottie Modrell. She attended KU and was a member of the Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority. She was a finalist for KU Relay Queen.
Elaine married Robert H. Blank on June 25, 1950 and was happily married for 62 years, before Bob's death in 2012.
She was active in Ventura Club and several Bridge groups and was an avid gardener. Elaine worked for Allen Press for several years as a proof reader.
Elaine is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her sister Ruth Modrell and brother Robert Modrell. Elaine is survived by her daughter Sheri Robertson, sons Rob Blank and Randy (Betty) Blank, grandchildren Kimberly Carter, Madelyn Blank and Julia Blank as well as two great grandchildren Kollin Green and Rennie Carter.
Funeral services for Elaine will be held Sunday, December 3 at 3:30 at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, 601 Indiana Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Elaine's name to "Do Good for Erin". DoGoodForErin.com is a foundation benefiting both KU School of Social Welfare and women and children who are victims of domestic violence.
Online condolences made at rumsey-yost.com
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Gayla Carr Schmitz
December 5, 2023
I enjoyed talking to Elaine at church years ago. She sat up in the balcony. She also showed me her apartment when she was at Meadowlark. She was always friendly. God Bless her, and prayers for the family.
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David Longhurst
December 3, 2023
To her daughter Sheri... I am so sorry for your loss!
--David Longhurst
Mark Elzea
December 1, 2023
Rob, so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Please accept my condolences.
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