Michael Edward “Mike” Blank, 76, of Exeter, Mo. passed away Friday, December 13, 2024, at home surrounded by his family.

He was born January 19, 1948, in Peoria, Ill., the son of Charles Edward and Hazel Drucilla (Brubaker) Blank, who preceded him in death.

Also preceding him in death was his son, Chris Blank, and sister, Virginia Ahlberg.

Survivors include his wife Sandra “Sandy” Sizemore; two daughters, Connie Stensrud and her husband Brian of Exeter, Mo., and Carie Swartz of Monett, Mo.; one sister, Patricia Hill of Peoria, Illinois; eight grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

He grew up and attended school in Toulon, Ill., graduating from Toulon High School. After graduation he served in the United States Air Force. He and his family moved to this area in 1987 coming from Texas. He was employed by Walmart as an over the road truck driver for several years from where he retired.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 2:00 until 5:00 P.M. on Sunday, January 19, 2025 at the Exeter Community Center in Exeter, Mo. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in memory of Mike.