"I was shocked to see that Bill had passed away! Diane, you and your family have my deepest sympathy. Many fun times with you and Bill while I worked with you. Thoughts and prayers for you! Shelly Bickel "
In loving memory of
William Blomker
May 8, 1943 - March 11, 2021
William D. Blomker, age 77 of Fort Dodge died unexpectedly, Thursday March 11, 2021 at Simpson Health Center, Friendship Haven.
A Celebration of Life will be held 2:00PM to 4:00PM on Sunday March 14th In the Chapel of Laufersweiler Funeral Home.
Bill is survived by his wife of 27 years Diane (Collins) Blomker, his daughter Kristin Blomker Berger (Darren) of Ankeny IA, granddaughter's Gaby (10) and Quinn (7), stepdaughter Tammy Madsen (Josh), grandchildren Olivia (17), Jacob (14), and Isabel (9). Stepson Matthew Allan of West Des Moines. Bill's siblings, Richard Blomker (Kathy) of Cottage Grove WI, Marilyn Schoeller (Mark) of Clear Lake IA, Doug Blomker (Kathy) of Harrisburg SD. Brother and sister in law's Jay Collins (Tracy) of Barnum, Mary Gardalen (Marlyn), Kathy Kesterson (Jim), Denise McAnally (Mike), Maureen Crimmins (Denny) all of Fort Dodge.
He was preceded in death by his parents, three nephews and two nieces.
William Dennis Blomker, was born May 8, 1943 in Humboldt, IA to Richard and Edith (Olson) Blomker. He graduated from Humboldt High School in 1961. Bill went on to graduate from the University of Iowa, and University of Iowa College of Law. Following his law practice Bill worked as a real estate appraiser for Kesterson Realty and Appraisal of Fort Dodge, until his retirement.
Bill was an avid Hawkeye fan and an outdoorsman. He will be deeply missed. Bill's family encourages all attendees to wear their favorite Hawkeye gear.
Memorials may be left to the discretion of the family.
Tributes
"Sorry to hear of Bill\'s death. We had fun in cardiac rehab and Webster Co. I Club. He was a very nice guy. Steve and Judy Rozek"
"My sympathy to you, Diane. I wish you Comfort now, Peace soon, and Warm Memories of Bill forever. Here are virtual hugs, until we can meet and visit. Pat Schmitt "
"Mr. Bill was the kindest, soft spoken man. Enjoyed playing golf with Bill and Diane years ago. Rest in Peace Bill. Our thoughts and prayers to the family. "
"Diane and family, I was sad to read of Bill?s passing. I am remembering all of the good times that I, and Jerry also, had with him and everyone else. I am being very cautious due to Covid so will not be able to be there in person to extend my condolences. However, know that I am thinking of you and keeping you and your family in my prayers. Mary Estes "
"My love and sympathy goes out to Diane and entire family. I am in Arizona so will not be there to share Bills loss with you but will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. You were so supportive when we lost JoAnn so wish I could be there now for you. GO HAWKS!"
"Sincere sympathy to Diane and family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Your friends, Ken & Judy Egli"
"Bill was a kind hearted soul. Loved having cocktails with him at amigos kestersons or shellabration. Go hawks!"
"Our hearts go out to you Diane and to all extended family. He was a great guy and will be missed by many! Go Hawks???"