Joachim Georg “John” Blanke
Died: November 17, 2008 | Place: Residence
Obituary
BLANKE……
Registered Dental Technician and Denturist
As a result of lung cancer on Monday, November 17th, 2008 Joachim “John” G. Blanke of London in his 74th year at home surrounded by family. Loving husband of Marnie McArthur. Much loved father of Gabrielle Gunton (Robert) of London, Andre Blanke (Michelle Rozeluk) of London and father to Margo Watson (Andrew) of New Zealand and Brian Kyle (Tina Mathias) of London. Special Opa of Jessika, Carlie, Alexa, Caleb, Myah and Zoe. Survived by brothers Jurgen and Peter in Germany. Also missed by Ingrid Blanke of London. John would like to thank Dr. Megan Miller and her palliative care team at Victoria Hospital. John also wants to thank the members of L.D.D.S. for 40 years of creative dental reconstruction and his friends at McCormick Home. Also, “I enjoyed everyday, I was a denturist. Thank you to my patients.” Cremation has taken place. Please join the family at the Sunningdale Golf and Country Club, 465 Sunningdale Road West, London, on Wednesday, November 19th from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. for a memorial gathering celebrating John’s life. Funeral arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, (519) 433 – 5184. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ontario Federation For Cerebral Palsy, 425 First Street, London, ON N5W 5K5 or to Lung Cancer Canada, 1896A Avenue Road, Toronto, ON M5M 3Z8 or to McCormick Home Foundation, 2022 Kains Road, London, ON N6K 0A8 . Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com
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To the Blanke Family
I have known John for over forty years. Both my husband and I were his patients, and then became friends with John. Marnie, we met at the airport last Christmas. I am devasted to hear of his passing. When my husband passed away, I came into his office, and we both had a little cry. My heart is with you and your family. I will miss him dearly
Janys Robinson
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Our Deepest Sympathies.
This is such a great loss not only to John’s family but to his many friends, colleagues, patients and admirers. I already miss him dearly ~ his sense of humour, his friendship, discussions on culture, travel, & the arts. I miss his sense of humour and his mischievous grin! He was a true gentleman. I admired the way he treated his patients and respected him for the professional he was. He was an exceptional Denturist. I admire him greatly and appreciate how he treated me with the utmost respect. I’ll miss seeing his smiling face and hearing his laugh. “I only wish we had more time”.
May warm memories surround you and bring you comfort and may we find peace in the celebration of his life.
Sincerely,
Serena
With great sorrow we happen to read the passing of John. His intelligence in his workmanship as one of the best denturist of around. The minute you walked into his office you became friends.I was recommended by my friend to go and see him, 2 days later he phoned telling me come and get your new dentures. On a sunday he came by the hospital in Stratroy and made detures for my wife, I referred more people to his office and they are all happy.
We are wishing our condonlences to his family and offering our prayers.
Strathroy On.
My sympathy is extended to John’s family, friends and co-workers. I always enjoyed our visits in his office – he loved to talk about his past travels, including New Zealand where we each had a daughter living at one point. I will miss his positive demeanor, his laid-back approach to his clients, and his kindness and professionalism to me.
I will miss John greatly. As a dentist, I enjoyed working with him for over 25 years, and respected not only his clinical skills, but his always-pleasant, professional and uplifting demeanor. One word describes him best: “gentleman”.
To the Blanke Family.
We knew Joachim for many years and always admired his dedication in treating his patients and the excellence of work performed.
We feel deep sorrow in his passing and join you in your grief.
My condolences to John’s family. He was a very special man and his amazing humour could always get you through the tough times.
May his heart soar like an Eagle!
Marnie, We were so sorry to learn of John’s passing. We can only hope that the love and thoughts from caring friends will comfort you at this sad time. With respect,
Chris & Volker (Volker’s on Hyde Park)
Dear Marnie and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of enormous loss. My Dad joins us in sending his sincere sympathy to you all.
May the special and private memories that you both shared bring comfort to you in the days and months ahead.
Sincerely,
Helen Heagy & Helmut Dahm
To John’s Family from My Family
Our heartfelt condolences to all of you. This world is not the same place without John in it. I miss his firm handshake of greeting in the morning, his technical advice, our discussions on photography and other things, and his generosity. I will always hold dear the memories of the past 15 years working with him.
We are all thinking of you at this difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Marnie, Andre, Gabby and families. It was a pleasure to have known John – he was a wonderful man and will be missed.
John Blanke was not only my employer, but he was also one of my best friends. I am so thankful to have had him as such a prominent part of my life.
I will miss you dearly John.
Yours truly,
Angie
I wish to express my sincere condolences on the loss of Mr Blanke. He will be sorely missed. He was very good man and very helpful.
Always a gentleman, he will be greatly missed.
Time will ease the pain.
Memories will bring back smiles.
Our thoughts are with you all.
Dear Marnie
Morgan and I enjoyed the times we spent with you and John in your home and on various other occasions.
John was a very dynamic person, generating energy and enthusiasm for all who knew him.
My condolences to you in your loss.
Thinking of you in your time of great loss Marnie.
We are sorry to miss the memorial celebrating John’s life. His presence will be missed in London and our thoughts will be with you in these difficult times.
Our prayers are with all of John’s family. We were very sad to hear of his passing. We know that words are never enough at a time like this, but Marnie please know that we are thinking of your and your family.May you find special comfort in the many memories you hold close to your heart.
Our deepest sympathy,
Meri DiCola
&
Giovanna DiCola
Marnie: We were so sorry to learn of your loss. We hope that fond memories will see you through this difficult time.
Gina and Michael
I had worked for John for a few years in the 80’s. John enjoyed living life to the fullest. His warm smile was contagious. He was a very gracious human being.
Dr McArthur: I am so sorry to read of the loss of your John. I only know that he made you very happy. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
I went to public school and highschool with Andre.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family
Jackie
Bin sehr geschockt über diese Nachricht, er hat mir früher sehr geholfen bei meinem Start in Canada, werde John nicht vergessen.
I will never forget you, John!!!
I will miss you opa