"I knew Pat from junior and senior high. Still makes me laugh when I think of him saying that double session football practices were so brutal that he was willing to sell his soul to the devil for a Dixie cup of water. I last saw Pat in high school. What a wonderful, sharp sense of humor he had. I don?t remember how we most recently connected on Facebook, but we had a good talk on the phone. I had moved back to MN after living in AZ for 34 years, and he was wintering in the Phx area. It doesn?t surprise me that he did well in life. He was intelligent. My condolences to his wife, kids, and family. Pat was a good man."
In loving memory of
Patrick Arron Blum
November 15, 1951 - May 27, 2022
Patrick A. Blum, age 70, of Rochester, MN passed away suddenly in Onamia, MN on Friday, May 27, 2022.
Patrick Arron Blum was born November 15, 1951 in Eau Claire, WI the son of David and Dorothy (Bock) Blum. He grew up in Mondovi, WI and in 1964 he moved with his family to Rochester, MN. He was a 1970 graduate of John Marshall High School and graduate of the University of California, Berkeley with a degree from Haas School of Business in 1975. Patrick was the administrator of Maple Manor Nursing Home in Rochester for 30 years. He started and owned and would later sell Meadow Lakes Sr. Living in Rochester and Prairie Meadows Sr. Living in Kasson. He also owned Comfort Home Health Care. He had served as president of Terra Verde Resorts in Kissimmee, Florida.
Patrick married Brenda Remmes on January 26, 1992 in Rochester, MN and they have shared 30 years together. Together they traveled worldwide, wintered in Arizona, drove cross country in their motorhome, and spent time at their cabin in northern Minnesota. Patrick was a loving husband, dad and grandpa, an avid reader, world traveler, history buff and grill master. Patrick's children and wife describe him as a "selfless, smart, and loving man". Patrick is survived by his children, wife and grandchildren; Brittany Blum (Matthew Nutzmann), Christina Blum, Amanda (James) Lohmann and Tricia Bredesen; six grandchildren; and five brothers.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother David Blum.
Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 5455 50th Ave NW, Rochester, MN. Visitation will be held 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes, 5421 Royal Place NW, Rochester, MN and one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be at Oakwood East Cemetery, Rochester, MN.
Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Blum family. To share a special memory or condolence, please visit www.ranfranzandvinefh.com
Tributes
"Patrick was a man that was present for others. As I volunteer at our shared waterfall entry into Stonehedge; he would ALWAYS take time to stop and encourage me and my endeavors. Also, we received his generous support for the 'falls and his favorite flower there...the windflower, the Anemone. He wanted some for his "bride"....still possible! As I return to "the hill"....I will miss his smile and love of life. A life well-lived by a lovely human. Amen Patrick! Ride on in that gorgeous car with your big delish smile!! Alice O'Malley-Peterson "
"I love you so much, dad. You were my best friend. You were there for me on all of my happy days, hard days and everything in between. Thank you for all of the laughs and smiles. You are so loved. Rest In Paradise and fly high with the Angels. "
"I am so very sorry to hear about Pat. I knew him and the family for many years while working for Comfort Home Health and at Meadow Lakes. My thoughts and Prayers are with the family.
Penney "
"Sorrry to hear about Pat going to heaven. He was a great buddy, a porch buddy a phone buddy, rest in peace buddy."
"Uncle Pat had the biggest heart I've ever known, and never knew a stranger. He was the kind of person who would strike up conversation with anyone, and was always actively engaged and made you feel important while he was with you. He was hilarious, quick witted, and known to rock a santa costume during the holidays- some amazing photos have been shared over the years. He loved his family so much, and we all loved him just as much. I was lucky to have him as an uncle and I will miss him and his laughter. We love you, Pat! Brenda, Amanda, Brittany and Christina - we love you. our hearts are breaking with yours. "
"Pat was one of my favorite people. He had the best sense of humor and a busy, critical mind. He was totally devoted to his family, which extended to us nieces and nephews - such a blessing for us. He was a faithful man, both to God and family. I will miss our conversations, his laughter, and his love. Thank you, God, for Pat - please take good care of him. "
"Pat and I had a business relationship, that grew beyond that. I appreciated his trust in me, as I had the honor to take care of his vehicle-appearance needs, yet the greatest honor was the friendship that developed over the years. I will miss him dearly! Prayers go out to Brenda and the rest of the family. I know he loves you all, deeply!"
"My husband and I have known Pat since 2003 when we built our new home directly across the street in front of his home in Rochester. He was a good man and will always remember him and how he loves my pot of Asian noodle dish pho. Rest In Peace Pat!"
"Pat was a kind carring man I worked for Pat at prairie meadows for 12 plus years and I would do it again. GODS BLESSING. "
"My father was one of a kind. A beautiful person. He loved so deeply. He always asked how I slept, if I got home safely ect. He was a selfless man. There are truly no words to express my love and respect for him. Until we meet again daddy? I love you more than anything. "
"There was only one Pat...he was generous, kind, funny, hard working and most of all caring. I was honored to work for him and I always admired the little things he did to improve the lives of the seniors we cared for. He and Brenda became our friends and his death will leave a hole in our hearts. We will miss him but are so grateful for the years we had with him. "
"Pat had a huge heart. He would gladly give you the shirt off his back. I'll miss miss him. We lost a giant. "
"Pat was a wonderful brother. He was generous, thoughtful, wicked smart an very funny. he was as close to a perfect friend and brother as one could ask for. I will miss him, as will we all."