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Tara Blitz

1968 - 2013

BORN

1968

DIED

2013

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38040 Muddy Neck Road

Ocean View, Delaware

Tara Blitz Obituary

Tara Blitz

Tara Sexton Blitz, age 45, of Ocean View, a most loving and colorful young woman departed this life to make a new home with the Lord and her loved ones on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford.

Tara attended Lord Baltimore Elementary School, graduated from Indian River High School and received her teaching degree from Salisbury State University in 1994. She taught middle school and kindergarten for nearly 18 years with the Indian River School District. Her students loved her. She was kind, loving and animated.

Tara was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother and grandmother. The door to her home was always open to her wealth of close friends and her children's friends as she was enthusiastically involved in their lives. She was a selfless and generous woman, always putting the needs and feelings of others before her own. She was affectionate and an absolute joy to be near. She will be greatly missed.

Left to cherish her memory is her husband, Richard M. Blitz Jr.; her daughter, Caitlin L. Blitz (Josh); a son, Connor M. Blitz and her pride and joy, granddaughter, McKenna O'Beir. She is also survived by her parents, Phillip and Vivienne Sexton; grandmothers, Frances M. Shadel and Henrietta Sexton; a sister, Tia Sexton (John); her in-laws, Sue and Richard Blitz; brother-in-law, Michael Blitz. Other family members include aunts, uncles, cousins, especially cousins Stacie, Leah, Diana and Melissa White (honorary cousin) who helped her navigate through such troubled waters these last seven months. She waged quite the battle, wanting only to return to her classroom and her beloved students. She loved them one, she loved them all. Her job defined her.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 14th, 2013 at 12:00 noon at the chapel of Melson Funeral Services, 38040 Muddy Neck Rd, Ocean View, DE 19970, where friends and family may call after 10:00 a.m. Interment will be in the Millville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations in Tara's memory to, UMD St. Joseph's Breast Cancer Institute, 7501 Osler Dr, Building A, Suite 205, Towson, MD 21204, or, The Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Sep. 12, 2013.

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Wanda

September 23, 2013

So very sorry for your loss. As you remember Tara may it always bring you comfort. God is for us a refuge and strength- Psalms46

Kathy Phillips

September 16, 2013

Mrs.Blitz will always hold a special place in my families heart. She made both of my girls feel so special when they were in kindergarten. She called one Frances Fudge and her name was really Emily and the other she would sing to her "Ruby in the sky with diamonds". What an amazing person. So very sorry for your loss.

Logan Scott

September 16, 2013

You will always be my favorite teacher.I will miss you.

Rick&Sue Smith

September 16, 2013

Rick and the whole family we are so sorry for your lose and our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

September 15, 2013

We did not know Tara personally, just members of the Sexton and Blitz families. She sounds like a person that loved life. Please know that our hearts go out to you and you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Buddy Wood, Brenda Wood and Steve Cline.

Dina Lewis

September 14, 2013

I didn't know Tara for very long... Our paths crossed for a short time while she was doing college work in my classroom at PCS. But she was one of those people who make an impact on you and teach by just being who they are:) Loved her bubbly personality, contagious spirit, and positive outlook on life. She was fun to be around and I know there are many who will miss her greatly. I am remembering Tara very fondly today. Her family, friends, co-workers, and students are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jack & Rebecca Orr

September 14, 2013

Years ago, Tara waited on us at Magnolias restaurant. She was an amazing person who radiated care and love. We are so sad to learn of her passing. Her goodness will inspire all who knew her. Love to her family.

Tammy Wasylkowski Breast Cancer Survivor

September 14, 2013

My prayers are with your family. Even though I did not know Tara, she sounds like a wonderful, strong and courageous person.

Karen

September 14, 2013

I use to live near Tara through out my childhood. She has always been such a caring person. She has touched so many lives whether it was by teaching or offering a hug and word of wisdom. She will never be forgotten and will always look down on her family and friends. Team Tara forever!

Dave and Cinda Rickards

September 14, 2013

So sorry for your loss

Maureen Justice

September 14, 2013

Rest now our Friend

Wendy Brafman

September 14, 2013

My prayers are with the family.

Brian&Crystal Lynch

September 13, 2013

So sorry for your loss. You guys are in our prayers.

September 13, 2013

Andrea Gravatte Kalmbach

Jeff and Wenda Bunting

September 13, 2013

Love and prayers to the family. May GOD be with you though this difficult time and have mercy on your heart to love, heal and remember.

September 13, 2013

The Eckerds send their condolences to the family. Vivienne, our deepest sympathy.

Cindy Hudson Carlisle

September 13, 2013

There are no words to express how blessed so many lives were made by knowing and being part of Tara's life.

God's Peace during this difficult time

Joy Cadden

September 13, 2013

This accounting of Tara's life is beautiful. She is a beautiful soul that touched everyone she met. We miss you Tara and will never forget the love that you shared while you were with us.

John Colley

September 13, 2013

During this time of sorrow I wish you all the peace and love to keep your beloved ,Tara alive in your hearts. She made a incredible impact on so many peoples lives , let that be her true testament to your lives

Jackie & Ronnie Wilson

September 13, 2013

Sending our condolences at this difficult time. Tara was a special student, friend, and educator. Her smile could light up a room. Find comfort in the many lives she has touched and enriched. Keeping your family in our prayers.
Ronnie and Jackie Wilson

Ron Basara

September 13, 2013

Dear Vivienne, My utmost condolences for the loss of your beloved daughter, Tara.
I'm sure she's in a happy place. God Bless.

erica bowden

September 12, 2013

Im so sorry for your loss even though i did not know mrs tara well she seemed so nice it is always hard to loose someone you love so much and now she is watching over you guys prayers are with your family

Robert & Tammy Johnson

September 12, 2013

All our thoughts and prayers!

Lori Colley

September 12, 2013

I am so sorry about your loss .i havent seen Tara in a few years but what I do remember when ever you saw Tara was her amazing smile, which I see passed on to her daughfer.. the great memories we all have will get us thru times like this.. Tara will be greatly missed by all ...

christina fowle

September 12, 2013

I can't believe not even a few yrs ago we meet for the first time, ur a great person though and though I love ur ways with kids and ur ways to help them learn in there own ways I. Will never forgett u god took the best teacher in the world we need more of u today teaching our kids

Lori Colley

September 12, 2013

I am so sorry about your loss .i havent seen Tara in a few years, but what I do remember when ever you saw Tara was her amazing smile, which I see passed on to her daughfer.. the great memories we all have will get us thru times like this.. Tara will be greatly missed by all ...

Rachel Johnson

September 12, 2013

Tara was all that was described and so much more. She is will forever missed and always cherished. <3

Kara Callaway (smith)

September 12, 2013

My prayers are with you!! I worked with Tara and loved her dearly!! RIP you will be missed but never forgotten !!!

September 12, 2013

Tara, you taught at my daughter's school, even though we didn't know you to well, you will always be in my heart, best wishes to your family, Rest my Angel, Rest....

Donna Clogg Robbins

September 12, 2013

So sorry for the families loss many thoughts and prayers may God wrap his arms around your family through this difficult time.God has received such an amazing Angel whom will be watching over her family and friends!! Lots of Love to the family!! RIP Tara you will be truly missed!!

Reggie Helms

September 12, 2013

Phil and Vivienne; I am so sorry to hear about Tara. Please accept my deepest condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

September 12, 2013

I knew Tara a long time ago, She trained me when I worked at Magnolias, She has always been someone to say Hi, and I will never forget Her, She will be missed by many ! R I P Tara

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