Dorothy Marie Blum, age 93, of New Washington, OH, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 2, 1930 in Crawford County, OH to the late Peter and Kathryn (Krantz) Weaver. She married Norbert G. Blum on September 17, 1955 and he preceded her in death in 2003. Dorothy was an active member of St. Bernard Catholic Church and the Rosary Altar Society in New Washington where she served in so many ministries. Her strong faith and acts of service were an inspiration to many. She was also a proud graduate of St. Rita Hospital School of Nursing and worked as a RN at Shelby Memorial Hospital for 45 years. Dorothy loved nursing and taking care of people. Her life revolved around family, church, and people in need. Dorothy and her husband Tubby had generous spirits and instilled those values in their family. She enjoyed gardening, knitting, crocheting, reading, and watching Ohio State and the Cleveland Indians.
Dorothy is survived by 6 children: Joan (Bruce) Alge, John (Jani) Blum, James "J.J." (Paula) Blum, June Blum, Karen (John) Bonen and Norbert C. Blum; grandchildren, Dr. Kara (Brad) Predmore-Smith, Matthew (Sara) Predmore, Jennifer Blum (Michael Adkins), Jacob Blum (Mindy McKenzie), Jalissa (Austin) Markwell, Kelsey (Kyle) Clark, and Lindsey Blum; great grandchildren, Keagan and Nora Predmore-Smith, Kenna and Mallachi Predmore, Gabriel Adkins, Melanie Blum, Jayden and Boone Markwell, Emery, Colton and Brynn Clark.
In addition to her parents, Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband, Norbert Blum; sisters, Agnes Cordrey and Eileen Cochran; son-in-law, Rick Predmore; and great grandchild, Evelyn Adkins.
Visitation will be held on Monday, April 8, 2024 at the Secor Funeral Home in New Washington from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. with the rosary recited at 8:30 p.m. Her funeral mass will be held on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at St. Bernard Catholic Church in New Washington at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Steve Blum, Fr. Ron Schock, and Fr. Evarist Miku officiating. Burial will be held at a later date at St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery in New Washington. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Bernard Catholic Church or Avita Home Health and Hospice. Online condolences can be left for the family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com.
Condolences
John and Angel Schroeder - Apr 11, 2024
We wish to extend our deepest sympathy to the entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jeanette brown - Apr 9, 2024
How yrs go by. I am sorry to read of your moms passing. She was a wonderful lady always love to visit when out paths would cross. I know she will be missed but you have a lot of memories to keep in your hearts. God bless
Sara Bonen - Apr 9, 2024
Karen, Sorry for the loss of your dear mother. My thoughts are with you at this time
Jim and Sandy Blum Family - Apr 8, 2024
Sorry for your loss. Prayers. I enjoyed talking to Dorothy and learning Blum history from her. June - I will remember you and Sandy were with my mom Connie Blum when she passed at the Willows.
Darl Mills - Apr 8, 2024
Just wanted to offer our condolences to the whole Blum Family. I did not personally know her, but did know many of the family. You have mine and my family's deepest sympathies.
Mary Jo Studer-Cwik - Apr 7, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of Dorothy's passing, she was a wonderful person who lived a beautiful life. My thoughts and sympathies go out to her family.
Steven Daniel - Apr 6, 2024
Joan, Bruce and all of Dorothy's family--when you were in the presence of Dorothy, you always knew you were loved!
Karl Sutter - Apr 6, 2024
Margaret Mae Studer and I are praying for her and you.
Br. Warren Perrotto, MSC - Apr 6, 2024
Dorothy was a wonderful person. She always assisted us through our MSC Lady's Guild in Shelby, OH. I'm sure she was welcome with open arms from the Sacred Heart.
Chris Daniel - Apr 6, 2024
My siblings and I enjoyed many friendships with the Blum siblings over the years. Your parents were great examples for all of you to follow. May your strong faith and the love of family and friends be of comfort to you at this time. God Bless
Charles & Mary Ferguson - Apr 5, 2024
We would like to express our deepest sympathy
Erik and Denise - Apr 5, 2024
What a privilege it was to have known and worked with Dorothy. She always was so thoughtful, kind, and caring with her patients and coworkers. Will miss her smile. Well done my friend. Until we meet again.
Robert Drewior - Apr 5, 2024
Praying for the Family. DeColores
Cindy Lenhart - Apr 5, 2024
I am so very sorry for your loss. It is especially hard when we lose ur mother's. She was such a special woman who left a great legacy in each of her children. May God comfort you with your wonderful memories. Hugs and prayers to each of you.
Michael and Patsy Weithman - Apr 5, 2024
June, mike and I both had our parents live a long life BUT it's still hard when they leave. We are thinking of you always but especially during your grief.
Thresa Young - Apr 5, 2024
To the entire Blum family, You have my deepest sympathy with the passing of Dorothy! What a great example Not only in the way she raised up her family but also to so many others Who had the pleasure of getting to know Dorothy. She was a very Christ-filled woman and wasn’t afraid to share that with others! We need more Dorothy Blum’s in this world!! She had sent me so many heartfelt cards with encouraging words over the years! What a Gem. Rest assured her blessings are great now in heaven!
Brother Jim Miller, MSC - Apr 5, 2024
Both Dorothy and Norbert were good friends and benefactors of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart and she was a member of our MSC Ladies Auxiliary. Dorothy will be deeply missed by us. I pass on condolences to the family for their loss on behalf of the MSC. May Dorothy now rest in her heavenly abode. ♥️🙏
Mike and Diane Wallrabenstein - Apr 5, 2024
Our deepest condolences to all of the family. Prayers to all.
Laurie Mason Metzger - Apr 5, 2024
My sympathies to the whole Blum family. Dorothy was a beacon of her faith and a true example of love and faith. Prayers of comfort to all of you and for Dorothy's soul.
Cyril & Bonnie - Apr 4, 2024
A beautiful Aunt inside and out! The witness to her faith is the way she lived.My faith says she will be greeted with "WELL DONE GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVENT ".Our sympathy to her children,grandchildren, & great grandchildren & extended family.Aunt Dort you were a joy to be around.
Annie Blum - Apr 4, 2024
Dear Blum cousins, My sincerest condolences on the earthly loss of your dear Mom. She truly taught us to love like Jesus by how she lived her life. Share your good memories and treasure the blessing of having her in your lives for so many years even as you grieve. We in our family will all miss her, too. Hugs, Annie and Mark and family.
Lorna L Ackerman - Apr 4, 2024
What an amazing woman that I worked with for many years and loved as a friend. We shared many many hours at the hospital and many more as friends. She loved her family with all her heart and we shared many many hours talking about them. To all her family and especially her kids you were so blessed and loved. I will miss you dearest friend. love and prayers
PAUL AND SHIRLEY ZIMMERMAN - Apr 4, 2024
Our heartfelt sympathy to the family in the passing of Dorothy. I (IPaul) knew her for many years, but Shirley always enjoyed seeing and talking with her at the senior dinners in fact she said it was good to see her and Dorothy it sure was at our last dinner 2 weeks ago. Those were the last words exchanged by Dorothy and Shirley. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Connie Bores - Apr 4, 2024
To all the Blum Family, so very sorry to read of Dorothy’s passing. May the memories she left behind give you all comfort!
