Dear Rachelle, Marian and family,
So many memories and good times with my friend, Marge.  We laughed, cried and ate together!  We had a 30+ year friendship starting on unit 7200 with me as unit secretary and later a nurse with Marge.  She had such a fun, happy personality, and loved her family and friends, and her second family of co-workers!  She never forgot me at Christmas or birthdays!  We had many lunches out, and lunches in.  She would invite me over for a bite to eat and some hot drink to sit around and chat awhile.  She was one of a kind, and will always be a special person to me.  The service today was lovely, and very honoring to her.  With fond memories, Marilyn

DEAR RASHELLE, I have many fond memories of Marge from the many years we worked and played together. Marge was a easy to love person full of life and giggles, always fnding the good in everyone. Marge expressed her fear of God and Love for Jesus often. She once told me how she introduces Jesus to a child, explaining how Jesus is the best friend onyone could ever have. He is always there for you to help you through lifes good time and difficult ones. I am sure He was there for her all the way. Look forward to seeing her again in God's heavenly mansion. Linda Bowman

What fun we had as teenagers having Marg chaperone us to fun events.  Sorry, Rashelle, she was even more fun than you.  XO Linda Becker

Dear Rashelle & Pastor Dennis & family:

We are deeply saddened to hear of your mom's demise.  Knowing the close bond you shared with her, we are sure you are going through the most difficult time.

Please accept our sincere condolences and know that our prayers are always with you & your family.

With love & heartfelt sympathies

We cared for hundreds of patients on 7200.  We laughed, cried and had powerful human experiences as nurses.  Marge was a hard worker and could tell a good yarn.  Peace, Andee Alsip

Dear Rashelle and Dennis, 
We love having so many memories of fun times, holiday dinners, birthday parties with your mom through the last 30+ years!  She was so interested in the kids, making each feel special . Always a smile and kind word to all. Thank you for sharing her with us!!
Sending much love,

Dear Rachelle and pastor Dennis,
Although no words can really help to ease the loss of your dear mom, just know that our arms are wrapped around you and are keeping you and yours in our prayers. 
I will remember her beautiful smile. 
Love, 
Steven, Mirjana, Matthew and Chloe

Rachelle, Pr. Dennis: 
We are so sorry to know about your loss. We pray that the LORD will continue giving you faith, knowing that the HE will come soon!.

We Love you,

Eduardo, Colleen, Kenton & Andre Gonzalez

It was always a great pleasure to see Marge on 7200.  I worked with her for many, many years.  She was always smiling and fun to be around.  She was one of the constants on 7200, concerned for her patients and their families.  She enjoyed having a fun when we had our 7200 parties.  I will always remember her smile and good heart.  While I will be teaching on Saturday and unable to attend the services, I will be thinking about you and your family and praying you remember all the wonderful times you had with her and what joy and peace she brought to others.

What we saw in your mom was a woman of strength. One who would never "give up." We are so sorry for your loss and that of all her family and friends. She will be missed.

Rachelle, your mom took me under her wing as a second mother to me when my mom passed away.  She was a woman of passion and so full of love for her family.   Her enthusiasm for life always tickled me.   The last time I saw her she was with you at the Thanksgiving musical program in Nashville.....many years ago.  I will be praying for your heart and the hearts of all your family as you reflect on her wonderful life on Sabbath.    My heart is there with you!  I wish I could physically be there for you like you were for me when I walked this road 31 years ago with  my mom.  YOU were the wind beneath my wings at that time.  I'm sure God has someone there to be that for you.  He's good about knowing what/who we need and when we need it.  Hugs from Tennessee!  Cindi Young

I remember your mom as a beautiful "lady" -- such a wonderful example of how to grow old gracefully!  I know you will miss her and I pray for Heaven's comfort as you journey through your grief.  Love, Pauline Mostert

I will always remember when she came to the office with Rashelle she would always make me laugh. What a great lady! She will be missed.

Though we didn't know your mother well we always enjoyed seeing her when she visited TN! She was a lady with spunk and so fun to be around! I know you will miss her greatly. We join with you as we look forward to Jesus' soon coming when you WILL see her again! We love you! Mike and Gail McKenzie

It was a privilege to work with Marge on 7200. I was blessed to be a co-worker. Good memories,  thoughts and prayers to her loved ones.   Ray Hanks (CA)

We were so sorry to hear of the loss of Rashelle's mom. Our thoughts are with your family this week, and we pray that you will be comforted in the days ahead by God's sweet presence and by many happy memories that you shared throughout the years. Love and blessings.

Will always remember Marge.  Enjoyed working with her on 7200 back in the day when it was neurosurgery.  Thoughts and prayers are sent to her family during this time of sorrow.

We will always remember the many times Marge and we chatted as we took our breaks together at LLUMC! She was a dear friend,and when my husband and I visited Loma Linda, we looked up Marge. We loved her and will miss her dearly!
Darrell and Gladys Burnette.

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Margaret Maxine Blanchard

October 19, 1923 – October 31, 2013

Montecito Memorial Park and Mortuary

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