Haldis Louise Blomquist Benotti, 99 of West Chester PA died peacefully on May 14th 2018. Born in Farsund Norway, she was the daughter of the late Theodor H. and Hannah (Salvesen) Tonnessen.Haldis immigrated from Norway to Brooklyn at the age of 11. She was the widow of Bernard Blomquist MD of Staten Island, NY and Joseph Benotti of Weston, MA.
Haldis spent most of her adult life on Staten Island with her husband Bernard where they raised four children, Bernard, Robert (deceased), Karen and Richard (deceased).
After raising her children, Haldis spent much of her time doing volunteer work, most recently with the Community Church in Whiting NJ where she lived for 12 years prior to moving to West Chester.
Haldis truly loved people and life. She had numerous friends and enjoyed their company and conversations even in her last hours.
Haldis is survived by her son Bernard Blomquist of Staten Island, NY and her daughter Karen Kline and husband Sterling of West Chester, PA. She is also survived by seven grandchildren: Robert Kline, David Kline, Kristen Fogg, Erik Blomquist, Sarah Calderon, Judy Blomquist and Mathew Blomquist; eight great grandchildren Julianna, Elizabeth, Alexander, Jeremy, Samantha, Mykaela, Zoe and Evan as well as many beloved nieces and nephews.
Visitation and service will be held on 5/21 at 10:30 am at the
Harmon Funeral Home
571 Forest Ave.
Staten Island, New York 10310
718-442-5056
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