Marie Blachford
November 24, 1935 ~ November 18, 2020
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Marie Jean Blachford, 84, of Orient, passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at Avera Hand County Memorial Hospital in Miller.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, November 23, 2020 at Reck Funeral Home, Miller, with Rev. Brian Jones officiating. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the funeral. Burial will be at Prairie View Cemetery, Orient. Masks are required at the service.
The funeral service will be livestreamed on the funeral home website.
Marie Jean was born November 24, 1935 in Arlington, South Dakota to Delbert and Agnes (Brudvig) Spencer. She graduated from DeSmet High School. On November 9, 1952, she married Marlin Fischer in DeSmet. To this union, three children were born: Marla, Katheryn, and Jeffrey. Marlin and Marie later divorced. On December 4, 1972, she married Howard Blachford at the Orient Lutheran Church. To this union, two sons were born: Clayton and Matthew.
While living in Miller, Marie worked at the Northside Café, JC Penney, Habicht’s Department Store, Rexall Drug, and served as deputy treasurer for Hand County.
After she and Howard married, she enjoyed her time on the Blachford Ranch in the Orient Hills. She joined the Jolly Wrens Extension Club, served as President of the Faulkton School Board, was Sunday School teacher, and an active member of the Orient Lutheran Church. She enjoyed volunteering with both the Literacy Council and 4-H shooting sports program.
In Marie’s free time, she was an avid reader, collector of cookbooks, tended to her flower gardens, planted a vegetable garden, canned vegetables, and traveled extensively within the United States and Internationally. She had a love for family history and genealogy. But most of all, she loved and cherished her family; they were the most important people in her life.
Grateful to have shared in her life are her husband, Howard of Orient; children: Marla Fischer Nelson of Sioux Falls, Jeffrey (Heidi) Fischer of Brookings, Clayton (Jacqueline) Blachford of Northville, and Matthew (Cassandra) Blachford of Orient; 11 grandchildren: Amy (Joseph) Ryan, Kyle (Lindsey) Fischer, Ambur (Tyler) Zmuda, Ryan Fischer, Michael (Jill) Houtman, Patrick (Dottie) Houtman, Lucas (Jessica) Houtman, Aaron Blachford, Tara Blachford, Sean Hauck, and Lydia Blachford; 14 great grandchildren: Keira, McKenzie, Jordin, Ashlin, Autumn, Atlas, Adriyanna, Eleanor, Harrison, Suttyn, Raven, Emma, Ellyn, and Brayden. Sister, Mary (Bernie) Tyrrell of Sioux Falls; and sisters-in-law, Marcy Spencer of Huron and Irene (Dan) Poss of Eden; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Katheryn Fischer; grandson, Eric Robinson; sisters: Delores (Kenneth) Corbin, Peggy (Lyle) Lorenz, and Gracie (Roger) Lorenz; and brothers: Delbert Spencer, Jr. and Richard Spencer.
Reck Funeral Home of Miller has been entrusted with Marie's arrangements.
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How saddened we were to hear of Marie’s death. She was such a special lady—so dependable and trustworthy—she was always available to work at REXALL and always had a smile for people. Many good memories! May Gods love and Grace,along with your good memories help ease your loss. Our Sincere Sympathy to the family. H&K
Howard and family, I am so sorry to hear of Marie's passing. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
I have many fond memories of Marie. I was always grateful for Mary sending her my way when I started my shop in Miller. It was really great to reconnect with her when I went to work in the Treasurer’s office. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and sympathy to all her family.
My sincere sympathy to the family of Marie Blachford.🙏🙏
Our Sympathy to Howard and families on the death of Marie…she was so friendly and always had a smile when we would see them…
Dear Uncle Howard & Family, We were so saddened to hear of Aunt Marie's sudden passing. She was a very sweet Aunt and will be dearly missed. We will cherish all the special memories we had with her. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this most difficult time. With Deepest Sympathy, Love, Mick & Sonja Tyrrell
Deepest sympathy to you all.
Howard & family, our thoughts & prayers are with you at this very sad time. Have so many fond memories of my sister in law and she will be missed by everyone. Marie was a very special lady & will have a special place in all our hearts.
We are thinking of all of you, sending prayers that God will give you strength to walk your journey ahead. She was such a sweet lady and will be missed by so many ♥️
A beautiful life well-lived. My sympathy to Marie's family and dear friends. Jeff and Heidi hold a special place in my heart. Lifting you all up in prayer. May the memories carry you through. Love-Janet
Our deepest sympathy during this time.
Prayers and hugs to Marla and her family. Rest In Peace, Marie. You were so loved by many.
I just learned of your loved one's passing and am so saddened. Marie was such a lovely person and wonderful Mom. When I was in her presence, it was a home away from home. Know that she is far from any pain or worry of this world and rests in Jesus' arms. Her wonderful laugh is brightening heaven! Feel my hug, Marla, Jeff and all!
Always enjoyed seeing Marie. She was always eager to talk. We'll miss her.
Marla, Thinking of You and Your Family in the Loss of Your Mother. My heart is with all of you.
Take Care