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Obituary

Gerda Blanchard, just shy of her 93rd birthday, passed away peacefully at 92 years of age on December 8, 2025, at Penn State Medical Center in Enola, Pennsylvania.

Born on January 1, 1933, in Mannheim, Germany, Gerda lived a life shaped by resilience, determination, and a deep love for family. After immigrating to the United States, she proudly passed the U.S. Citizenship Naturalization Test—an achievement that reflected her strength of character and her commitment to …

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Born

January 1st, 1933
Mannheim, Germany
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Moved

1956
Coldwater, MI
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Had a child, Richard Harmon

December 19th, 1960
Coldwater, MI

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Method of disposition

Cremation

Final resting place

Oaklawn Cemetery

300 East South Street, Sturgis, MI 49091
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