Marie L. (Midge) Blakeman

Marie was born in Hancock, on Nov. 13, 1937, to Edward and Eleanore (Schaaf) O’Connor and was a graduate of the Hancock High School.

With the exception of twelve years, her entire life was spent in the Copper Country.

On Oct. 23, 1981, she was united in marriage to Dallas Blakeman.

She was a member of the Old Apostolic Lutheran Church of Hancock.

Mrs. Blakeman had worked as a Nurse’s Aide for many years and always was willing to help anyone in need throughout her entire life. She enjoyed time with her family & friends, knitting, and playing domino’s or working on puzzles.

Surviving are her children, Judy Niemi of Chassell, Jeanne (Bryan) Riutta of Liminga, Jerry (Kathy) Puuri of Atlantic Mine, Kris Wales of Madison, WI and Sam (Ami) Puuri of Sheridan, WY. Her step-daughter Denise (Scott) Gillenwater of Sheridan, WY; Her daughters-in-law Kim Puuri and Shelly Puuri; her grandchildren and her great grandchildren; her sister Nancy (Jerry) Craven of Simpsonville, SC; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband Dallas Blakeman; her sons Michael, Dennis & Timothy; Her son -in-law Dale Niemi; her stepdaughters Debra Cole & Tonya Maronick; her sister Patricia Johnson and her brother Edward O’Connor

A Graveside funeral for Marie will be held later this spring in the Liminga Cemetery. To view Marie’s obituary or to send condolences to the family please visit www.memorialchapel.net.

The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service – Hancock Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.