Kenneth Blasius

Kenneth James Blasius, age 86, of Caro passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2009 in Lady Lake, Florida. He was born on February 24, 1923 in Caro to the late Clarence and Ella (Heggie/Campbell) Blasius. Ken was a lifelong resident of Caro, graduating from Caro High School in 1941. He served in the United States Army during World War II assigned to 350th AAF Base Unit as an airplane and engine mechanic. On September 5, 1942 he was united in marriage to the former Betty McLaughlin at the Caro United Methodist Church. She preceded him in death on November 6, 1993. He had been employed for ten years with New York Central Railroad and then as Grounds Superintendent at the Caro Regional Center until his retirement. Ken spent many winters in Florida and was a member of the Caro United Methodist Church, a 60 year member of the Theron W. Atwood, Sr. American Legion Post #7 and the Caro Exchange Club, having served in offices of each. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and good times with family and friends. He is survived by three sons, one daughter, and his companion; James (Thelma) Blasius of Dover, Delaware, Douglas (Robyn) Blasius of Caro, Timothy (Louise) Blasius of Port Sanilac, Dawn (Dennis) Ewald of Caro and Donna Chapin of Caro; eight grandchildren, Tamara Morris of Dover, Delaware, Scott (Laura) Blasius of Sully, Iowa, Mark (Amy) Blasius of Asheville, North Carolina, Corey (Jessica) Miller of Berkley, Melony Blasius of Saginaw, Timothy Blasius of Ann Arbor, Ryan Blasius of Caro, and Amanda Ewald of Caro; four great-grandchildren, Drew and Katie Morris and Austin and Amber Miller; his siblings, Carlton Blasius of Fort Wayne, Indiana and Wilma (John) Eshenour of Zephyrhills, Florida; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by the remainder of his siblings, Bonnie Gilkey, Alta Sayre, Olive Bremer, Mildred Scott, Leroy Blasius, and Vincent Blasius. Cremation took place in Florida, a memorial service will be held at Collon Funeral Home on Friday, November 13, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Jerry Smith, Officiating. Military honors will be afforded by the American Legion and the U.S. Army. Following cremation, burial will be at Wahjamega Cemetery. Kens grandchildren will serve as honorary pallbearers. Visitation will be held at the Collon Funeral Home on Friday, November 13, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. Memorials may be made to Theron W. Atwood, Sr. American Legion Post #7 or the Caro Exchange Club.