Tonja Faye Blaschke
October 10, 1953 ~ October 28, 2023
Tonja Faye Blaschke, 70, of Mooresville, passed peacefully in the comfort of her home with family by her side on Saturday, October 28, 2023. She was born in Indianapolis to the late Clarence “Tub” Burnside and Hazel Elizabeth (Mumaw) Burnside on October 10, 1953.
She graduated from Mooresville High School with the class of 1972. The fall of the following year, she married the love of her life, Eddie Blaschke, on October 5, 1973. Eddie and Tonja just celebrated 50 years of marriage earlier this month.
Tonja was no stranger to hard work. She began working when she was just 14 years old at Kelly’s Restaurant in Mooresville as a waitress and cook. She worked for Duke Energy (formerly PSI) in building maintenance from 1991 until she retired in 2023.
She enjoyed crocheting and flower gardening. Most importantly, she enjoyed the time spent with her family. She regularly attended sporting events and other activities where she enjoyed supporting her children, grandchildren, and other family members.
Tonja will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by her family and friends including her husband, Eddie Blaschke of Mooresville; son, Eddie Blaschke II (wife, Mandy) of Mooresville; daughter, Brandi Willis (husband, Kevin) of Mooresville; sisters, Gail McClusky of Mooresville and Debi Turpin Burnside of Mooresville; 9 grandchildren; and 3 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Hazel Burnside; and sister, Melody Boles.
Family and friends are invited to visit on Friday, November 3, 2023, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the chapel at Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service and Crematory in Mooresville. Tonja’s Life Celebration® Service will immediately follow, beginning at 6:00 pm. Following the service, her earthly remains will be cremated.
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Our deepest sympathies go out to all of the Blaschke family during this difficult time. Prayers to you all!
D.C. and Jan Jessup has purchased Designer’s Choice for Tonja Blaschke
Troy, Jenni, and Eli Pepito has purchased Essence of Heaven for Tonja Blaschke
Duke Energy Facilities MidWest has purchased Treasured Memories Floor Basket – Blue for Tonja Blaschke
Gene Plunkett and Debbie Lewis has purchased Designer’s Choice for Tonja Blaschke
Tracy Huynh has purchased Purple Majesty for Tonja Blaschke
My thoughts, prayers & love go out to the Blaschke family at this sorrowful time. I’ve known Tonja since the late 70s & she was one of the most beautiful ladies I’ve ever known, inside & out. She and Eddie will ALWAYS have a special place in my heart. May God wrap His arms around all of them & give them peace & understanding beyond words. God bless you all…….🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻♥️
Dave & Mary Wenz has purchased Angels In the Garden for Tonja Blaschke
How do I say good bye to my dearest most fun loving energetic silliest friend like you huzzie… I’ll miss you and love you forever… I’ve thought about you for countless hours and I’ve decided to keep you right there right in the middle of my heart and think about you all the time and watch my memories you left behind for me, I’ll always love you
Ava Henthorn has purchased Purple Majesty for Tonja Blaschke
Thoughts and prayers go out to the Blaschke Family. I will always remember her as kind, loving and compassionate. She left this world a much happier place having been in it
I’m so sorry fot the families loss. She was a wonderful person.
Prayers to all for comfort and peace
So sorry to here of Tonja’s passing. Prayers go out to the families.
Tonja was very fun person , remember our days of working at Kelly’s and the good times we had.
So sad to hear of this…I worked with Tonja for many years. She was always a ray of sunshine!! Prayers for the family.
Chris Nelson has purchased Purple Majesty for Tonja Blaschke
Eddie and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Tonja’s passing – she was and has been my “buddy” for many years. We didn’t really get to know each other personally until she started working at PSI, but we quickly made up for the years we hadn’t been close friends. I miss her dearly – she helped me through several issues in my life and I am forever grateful to have known her and had such a special friend and wonderful person in my life.
My deepest sympathy to you Eddie, Eddie Jo, Brandi, and their families. I personally only know Eddie, but feel I have known the rest of the family for years.
Lots of happy memories, love and “hugs” to my special dear friend and her family.
Terry & Laverne Hoffman has purchased Blooming Sympathy Garden for Tonja Blaschke
The Cobb & Boling Families has purchased Boundless Love for Tonja Blaschke
Richard, Kelli and girls has purchased Dearly Beloved for Tonja Blaschke
I have known Tonja for 45 years, she has always been the most vibrant and alive person i have ever known. We have had the most fun from talking about police over the CB that we thought could not hear us, to whoops here they come. We have laughed until we cried. Tonja i will miss you so so much. Heaven needed another angel, but i’m not sure heaven is ready. Fly among the stars and clouds until we see you again my friend. Love and healing prayers to the family. Love you all.
The Rowells & Berthelots has purchased Lavender Fields for Tonja Blaschke
Brian,Chas Stanley and Family has purchased Cherished Moments – Blue for Tonja Blaschke
Paul and Mel has purchased Treasured Memories Floor Basket – Yellow for Tonja Blaschke
Love The Stanley’s has purchased Sympathy Garden for Tonja Blaschke
Robley Insurance has purchased Designer’s Choice for Tonja Blaschke
Our deepest sympathy, I shared many laughs with Tonja over the years
I am so very sorry to hear about Tonja. Tonja and I have shared a lot of laughs over the years, maybe a little too loudly at times, but that made it even better. I will cherish those memories always. My deepest sympathy to you and the family, Eddie.