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Carol W. “Mickey” Blefko, 88

September 23, 2023

Carol W. “Mickey” Blefko, 88, of Lancaster, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2023 at Pleasant View Retirement Community. Born in Johnstown, PA she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Ann (Byrnes) McKenrick.

She graduated from Ebensburg Cambria High School and later received her Bachelor’s degree from Pittsburgh Carlow College. Carol served as the school nurse for Lancaster Country Day School and several schools in the School District of Lancaster. After retirement she volunteered for the Landis Valley Museum where she was involved in the heirloom seed program. Carol enjoyed cross stitching and quilting.

Carol was a member of St. John Neumann Catholic Church.

She is survived by 4 children: Thomas N. Blefko, husband of Gale, Robert D. Blefko, husband of Jennifer, Heather A. Dunbar, wife of Steve and Michael J. Blefko partner of Mary Beth. Also surviving are 7 grandchildren Chelsea, Kayla, Ryan, Leah, Amber, Sydney, and Cassidy and 1 great grandchild, Marcel. She was preceded in death by two siblings, Patrick McKenrick, and Maryann Bradley.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11AM on October 21, 2023 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 601 E. Delp Rd, Lancaster, PA. Private Interment will follow in Landis Valley Cemetery for family only. Family and friends will be received from 10-11AM at the church on October 21, 2023. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Carol’s memory may be made to the Heirloom Seed Program at landisvalleymuseum.org

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November 29, 2023

Mickey, I will miss you! We always were laughing about the silly things we experienced at Reynolds JHS. We shared many a great moment at luncheons before and after you retired. To the Blefko family, I remember your mother to be kind, professional and inspiring. May she Rest in Peace.  Jeanne Hamilton (former Home Economics teacher at Reynolds)

November 14, 2023

To the Bleflkos, I was sorry to read about the passing of your mom. She was a nice lady. I really enjoyed watching the video of pictures of you guys. From your Haskell Drive neighbor.
Craig Rynier

October 17, 2023

I’m sorry for your loss, she sounds like a special lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kathy Ross

October 16, 2023

Mickey’s sense of humor was a highlight of my time at Reynolds Jr. High. She always  carried herself in a professional manner while making a warm connection with those she treated. My world is diminished by her passing. Rest in peace, Mick.
Ted Fitzgerald

October 15, 2023

Mickey was one of a kind. I worked with her both at LGH and SDOL.  They don’t make them like
her any more.  She will be missed, and she will surely rest well in her new home.
Vicki Swayne

October 15, 2023

I worked with Mickey her last few years in SDOL. I was her health room nurse at Wharton and Reynolds.  We would see each other during basketball play off at Hershey. My sons games for McCaskey used to follow her  granddaughter at LCH. It was pleasure working with her. May she rest in peace.
Loreen G Patterson

October 10, 2023

Your pork, sauerkrout, and mashed potatoes on New Years Day will never be forgotton. Condolences to the family and friends who had the privilege to know Carol.  
Janet Bradley

October 07, 2023

On 10/5/23, I sent the condolences to Mickey’s family from Earl Papa Boots, who was a outreach worker that had a positive working experience with Mickey.
Earl F Boots Jr

October 05, 2023

Sending prayers n condolences to the Blefko family n friends regarding the passing of Mickey. I had the pleasure of working with Mickey when she was the school nurse at Reynolds n I was a outreach worker for the SDOL. I would stopped by her nurse office n witness how caring she was with the students. Mickey was a special person who I enjoyed seeing n talking to her. RIP Mickey 

October 04, 2023

Mickey, it was a joy to know you from Reynolds Junior High days to relaxed lunches with fellow teachers. Heaven has gained a wonderful soul. Rest in peace. Joanne Yeager

October 04, 2023

Dear Carol, from the start at Landis Valley Farm Museum, I admored your dedication and endeavour with your ‘garden’, even when you admonished me for weed whacking down some of your cherished plants. I many others will miss you and your understated outlook.
May you rest in understated peace.                                                  John Fowler.
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October 03, 2023

I loved working with her at Landis Valley!  She was a great guide on what was what, and how things were done.  She will be missed!
Beth Mensch

October 03, 2023

Carol was such a joy to work with at both Sacred Heart and at Landis Valley.  She was always so enthusiastic about everything she did.  I’ll truly miss seeing her around the museum.
Dani Retallack

October 02, 2023

Carol must’ve been a good woman to have raised admirable people like Heather and Tom.  My condolences to to you…and Chelsey as well.  
Angela Ward

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Saturday, October 21, 2023
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
St. John Neumann Catholic Church
601 E. Delp Road
Lancaster, PA 17601
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Lancaster, PA 17601
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