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Coral Lynnette Blind

Coral Lynnette Blind, age 71, passed away on September 3, 2024, in Klamath Falls, OR, just shy of her 72nd birth­day. Born on September 5, 1952 in Ft, Morgan, CO to Perry and Doro­thy Castor. Coral was a loving, kind woman with a great sense of humor and was deeply devoted to her faith.

Coral grew up in Kimball, NE gradu­ating from Kimball County High School in 1970. She married Roy Blodgett and through this marriage they were blessed with two sons, Scott and Shawn.

After their divorce, Coral moved to Klam­ath Falls, OR in 1983 where she met her husband Bill Blind. Coral's career spanned various roles before she found her calling with the Klamath Police Department in 1992. She served the commu­nity with dedication for over 31 years, retiring in May 2020. Coral's work ethic and commitment to service were evident in every task she under­took.

An active member of the First Presbyterian Church, Coral's faith was a crucial aspect of her life. She participat­ed in the church choir, sharing her passion for music and worship. Her hobbies included singing with Sweet Ade­line's and Basin Blend, knitting, baking, and designing custom cards for all occasions. Coral cherished the time spent with her family and fnends, always bringing JOY and warmth into their lives.

Coral is survived by her husband, Bill Blind of Klamath Falls; sons and daughter-in­-law, Scott and Angela Blodgett of Kimball, NE, and Shawn Blodgett of Kimball, NE; brother, Dave Cas­tor of Klamath Falls, OR; sister and broth­er-in-law, Kay (Castor) and Mike Zurenko of Lindale, TX; sisters-­in-law Luan (Blodgett) Anderson of Centenni­al, CO, Janice Martin and Connie Lakey of Klamath Falls and four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Perry and Dorothy Castor

Services were held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Septem­ber 11, at Davenport's Chapel of the Good Shepherd, 2680 Memo­rial Drive, Klamath Falls, OR. A celebration of life will be scheduled in Kimball, NE, at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to First Presby­tenan Church choir and music department, 601 Pine St., Klamath Falls, OR 97601.

 
 
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