Stewart D. Blank

HILLSDALE - Stewart D. Blank, 89, Hillsdale, NJ passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. Beloved husband of Diane Mischler Blank, devoted father of Linda Thoman and Robbin Hunter (Richard), loving grandfather of Jennifer and Katherine Thoman and dear uncle to many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his first wife, Gertrude Ullinger and sisters Phyllis Slemmer and Doris Steinberg.

Stewart was a jack of all trades, working in various fields until he found his calling as a home improvement contractor. Living in Hillsdale for almost 60 years, he was very involved at Zion Lutheran Church in Westwood, NJ. He served there on the Board of Trustees, Board of Elders and School Board for 6 years each. He was an active member of Zion’s Men’s Club and the Adult Choir. Stewart was also involved in various community groups over the years such as the Jaycees, Kiwanis and Masons. Stewart also served on the Board of Westwood Cemetery. He loved playing poker and was a champion horseshoe player with his best friend, Jimmy Rooney. He serenaded his many fans with popular melodies & songs with his friend, John Hartmann and Easy Listening. “Sweet Caroline” and “Mack the Knife” were his signature favorites.

Viewing will be at Becker Funeral Home, Westwood, NJ on Monday, March 11, 2024 from

4pm-8pm. Temple Lodge #175 Masonic Service at 7:30PM. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral service at Zion Lutheran Church on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 10:00am.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Zion Lutheran Church, 155 Second Ave., Westwood, NJ 07675 or Wounded Warriors, Donor Care Center, PO Box 758541, Topeka, KS

66675-8541 in his memory. Becker-funeralhome.com