Carolyn M. Blum passed away in the early morning of May 29, 2019. Carolyn was born April 11, 1940, to Raymond J. Blum and Emma M. Meichtry, in Monroe, WI., the second of seven children. First attending rural school, she completed elementary at St. Joseph's in Freeport and graduated from Aquin Catholic High School. Upon graduation, she did a tour in the US Navy in the Medical Corps.
After moving to Amarillo in the 1960's, she worked in the key punch and eventually computer operations for Bell Helicopter. When Bell moved out of Amarillo, Carolyn went to BSA and worked in their computer department until her retirement.
For years she was active in the Adult Literacy Program and as a Communion Minister to the homebound for her parish. Gradually, she involved herself in the local bridge circles and was an avid player for many years until her health problems limited her participation.
Carolyn is survived by her siblings Msgr. Orville Blum of Hereford, Alice Duray of Aurora, CO., Bernice Gee and Mary Beard of Amarillo, Larry Blum of Kimball, MN, and Toni Blum of Grand Rapids, MN, as well as two nephews and six nieces.
The family thanks Hillsides Heights Rehabilitation staff and BSA Hospice of the Southwest for their care and caring during these past months. May she rest in the peace of God's Kingdom.
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