I will never forget Dan. I was very impressed with him as he and Linda shared their life experiences and their commitment to Jesus
with our Church group.  He was a sweet man, I am so saddened by his homegoing.  I don't have the words to express how I feel about him and his wife.  They are true to their word, loving people.  I love you guys!  Perida says so , also!  

We just finished watching the touching video of Daniel's life. It was obvious he loved his family and the beach. Despite all that he was going through, it seemed he was always smiling. Even though we didn't know him, he seemed like he was such a loving husband, father, and friend. Our condolences  and prayers go out to his family and friends. May you find comfort in your memories and in the words found at Acts 24:15 at this difficult time.

Dan was a beautiful, fun, abundant and generous personality.  I remember working with him on a surprise party for his wife Linda that we were planning at Carl House.  How he loved her and what joy he had in working to create a surprise that would honor and delight her.  More delightful was watching his excitement in actually pulling off the surprise while watching her shock and amazement with the group gathered in her honor.  What a loving, unique, kind and generous soul!
I'm beyond saddened to hear of Dan's loss and for the grief experienced by his loving family and so, so many people who will miss his kind, loving heart and sparkling spirit. My love to Linda and her family. 

Dear Linda
Our deepest sympathy to our wonderful mayor  & family.
May God give you great comfort during this difficult time.

With love
Richard & Carol Lynne Grover


I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

I know Dan thru Linda. When I visited Atlanta last year we had a great time over a dinner. He was such a kind caring guy. I’m so sorry for this great loss. My deepest condolences! I pray for Linda and his family members. It’s such a hard day. God bless y’all. 

My uncle was a man of integrity. He was a man of his word and his word always followed through and aligned with the word of God. His life was a testimony of his strength and even in the darkest of days he never stayed from being honorable, constant, and faithful. He will forever be the greatest example of who a man should be; he was wise, kind, gentle hearted, encouraging, and forgiving.  Though my heart breaks selfishly, I know you are at peace. Until we meet again, Uncle Dan. I hope I make you proud. ❤️

I'll never forget Dan, his smile and his love for family and extended family.  Not to mention a great man of God whom was always happy and kind. Everytime we would see each other along with his Bride Linda they would always show love and compassion. His legacy and memory will last forever in all those whom knew and loved him.  Mrs. Linda you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers.

David Johnson COA- Public Works
Jessica Johnson 
Ms. Norma Johnson

Dan was a great mentor to me, as I joined the IST family.  He understood me and made me feel at home.  He invested his time and knowledge in helping me grow as a person and an employee, as well as helped us succeed as a company.  All of that is great, but Dan did this while never holding back his faith, praying over our lunches and always doing things the right way.   I am honored to have known Dan, as well as gotten to meet his family.   As I continue on at IST, his fingerprints will remain over everything we do.   Go bless the Blechinger family.   

My condolences  to  Linda and her family. R.I.P.  Dan in Heaven with Jesus and your son DJ. 

The love Linda and Dan have shared is an example to all couples, they are true soulmates! Now,  Linda and her family have their memories of the wonderful husband and father Dan was. 

One day they will reunite for eternity in Heaven. 

Love, 

Solange Warner and family

Every interaction and conversation that I had with Dan inevitably came around to him praising his family. Dan was proud of his faith and his family. He will be missed.

Dan had such a sweet and gentle spirit. He was always quick to lend a hand. The love that he and Linda shared was immeasurable and it was beautiful. Linda, you and your boys will be in our thoughts and prayers. Glen and I have grown in our relationship so much from watching and learning from our church family, most notably you and Dan. I am so truly sorry that he has gone on, but it brings comfort to know that he is reunited with your sweet DJ, his parents, and countless others. 

  I will never forget the first time I met Dan.  I was new to his home city and he made me feel welcome and it was an awesome feeling.  It was the way he made everyone feel.
     He loved the Lord Jesus Christ and practiced what he believed.   He told me once that a man's character is judged by the Lord, when no one is around.  
     Dan loved Linda and his sons and family and was a man of high integrity and truthfulness.
     I remember all the special events that we had in Auburn and he was always willing to help.  He made sure everyone was enjoying the day and had fun.
     Some people come into your life and quickly go, others stay a while and leave footprints on our heart and we are never the same.  That's the way I feel about Dan.  I am a better person because I knew Dan.
     I will truly miss him, but I will never forget how he made me feel.   Nothing loved is ever lost, and he was loved so much.  May God bless the Blechinger family and give them strength.


May the love and mercy of our Lord be bestowed upon you and your family during this unfortunate time. My most sincere condolences.


My brother in law was a true family man. His wife and his boys were his world.  He was a dedicated man who unashamedly shared his beliefs of Jesus Christ with anyone who was near him.  I am forever grateful for Dan bringing Christianity to our family. I am also thankful for a time in my life where I was in a bad situation and Dan came from Ga to Florida to pick me up with the kids. He and my sister opened their home for 2 months. During those 2 months my foundation in the faith was being laid. I will see you again  in eternity, healed and whole! Until then I will hold fond memories of your life here on earth. 

I don’t recall exact date but was winter time 1990-1991 I lived full time on Long Island, NY, my Uncle Dan, Aunt Linda , my other aunts & cousins & my aunt Linda & the Boys, my mom , sister’s & nephew all resided in GA.   I’m a huge sports fan & one night Dan surprised me by taking me to an Atlanta Hawks games, not any game the game they retired hall of famer all time leading Hawks scorer Dominique Wilkins.  Major thrill of my life & uncle Dan was so cool, calm, & collective about it.   Will never forget.   

My sympathy to the entire family ! David, I have fond memories of our fun times working at Carl House ! My sympathy to you all !!

Dear Linda, David, Derek, Rachel and family - it was truly a blessing to know Dan, to work beside him in ministry, and to be able to watch the intense love between he and Linda! Dan was kind, generous and a faithful servant of God. My continued prayers are with you all. With love, Camilla 

My memory of Dan is one of sincerity and generosity.  He had a wry sense of humor and always seemed to be in a good mood.  An attentive husband and dad, he'll be greatly missed.  He's now been reunited with his son, DJ, in heaven.

Please know that we are praying for you at this great loss of your cherished husband and father. Words are so insufficient, but we know of the impact for the Kingdom that Dan made during his life on earth, and with us all.
Lovingly,
Ralph & Lynda Edwards

So sorry for your loss. 
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Linda, Derek, David so sorry to hear about the passing of Dan, my thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family. May God give you His Peace and Comfort as only He can at a time like this.  Praying for you now and will be praying for you in the days and weeks ahead. In Christ Love, Syble

OBITUARY

Daniel Michael Blechinger

September 10, 1962 – April 23, 2020

Smith Memory Chapel

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