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Denise Lorraine Blincow - Class Of 1975 VIEW PROFILE

Denise Lorraine Blincow

Apr 7, 1957 - Dec 22, 2014  



Denise Blincow of Diamond Lake, WA, passed away Dec. 22 after a long battle with cancer. She was 57. She was born April 7, 1957 at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane. She was the second daughter of Marilyn and Donald Blincow. 

Denise grew up experiencing both Southern California warmth and Pacific Northwest abundance. The combination instilled in her a love for the outdoors, one that she carried into her adult life. Spending her younger years in California, she developed a free spirited sense of self that matured into the openhearted demeanor she was known for. Before moving to Washington permanently, she spent summers at Diamond Lake with her family and treasured both the delicate landscape and time spent with those she loved. Ms. Blincow was kind, always gentle, and known for her keen and overwhelming compassion for all life. She was an animal lover, avid hiker, and true Northwest woman. In 1986, she gave birth to her son and greatest source of joy, Henry (Hank) Graves. But Denise's maternal love extended far beyond; she showed endless devotion to her family and friends, especially her nieces and nephews, who grew up knowing her as much more than just an Aunt. Always headed for an adventure in the mountains surrounding Priest Lake and the Newport area, Ms. Blincow taught her son and kin to appreciate and respect nature, and encouraged the love of it's exploration. She was also resourcefully handy and remodeled the homes she and her son lived in throughout the area. One could often find her adorned with paint marks covering her clothes, hammer in hand, ready for the next project. In later life, Denise retired to Diamond Lake to the cabin her family had spent so many years. It could not have been a sweeter goodbye, as it was the place her family once more gathered to share memories and give and receive her one-of-a-kind affection and love. Ms. Blincow passed away with her loved ones beside her. 

She is survived by her sisters Brenda and Diane, brother John, son Hank, as well as her niece, nephews, and grand nieces. Her legacy of kindness to animals and nature, love of the Northwest, and diligence to living with a free spirit is carried on by her son and all who she touched in life. 

Obituary from The Miner Published • Jan 21, 2015



 
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10/12/16 01:13 PM #1    

Renee Hoalst (Mould) (1970)

I always thought of Denise as a Force of Nature...strong, direct and impossible at times.  She radiated warmth and a light shone from her eyes.  She was my best friends younger sister.  Her whole family played maternal and paternal roles in my life. God Bless you Denise, no one could ever forget you.

Renee Hoalst Mould


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