Thomas Edward Blankenburg age 69, Passed away peacefully surrounded by family at home on May 24, 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Thomas is predeceased by his parents Edward and Edith Blankenburg, brother, Terry Blankenburg, sisters Patricia Warner and Debbie Pickavance.

Thomas is survived by his loving wife, Karen Blankenburg of 49 years, his adoring children, Jennifer (Shawn) Drake, Peter (Kimberly) Blankenburg, wonderful grandsons, Hunter, Spencer and Nicholas Drake, sister, Evelyn Blankenburg as well as brother in law Mike (Jolyne) Siekierski, sister in law Sue (Tim) Walton, sister in law Eileen Siekierski, many nieces and nephews and special friends, Bob, Mike, Adam, Brian and Tony.

Thomas retired from Wonder Hostess as a fleet mechanic after 30 years. He fiercely loved his family beyond measure. He loved golfing, traveling, gardening, photography, hiking, fine wine and music and most recently sweets.

His sense of humor, love, patience, courage, understanding and caring ways will be fondly remembered. He was always ready with a kind word, silly joke, a warm smile and a soft shoulder to lean on. He was loved immensely by those that knew him.

Friends and family are invited to call SUNDAY May 28th from 12-2 followed by his Funeral Service at 2 PM (Click here for the live stream for the service) at Miller Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc., 3325 S Winton Rd, Rochester, NY 14623. Interment private. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to Lollypop Farm (Donate on line)