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🌱 Patch AM: Blinn, Wahlquist, Neri: Recent Death Notices From Clinton

Also check out Italian Festival 2026 on the Clinton Patch calendar

Tuesday August 18th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

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  • Clinton honors community pillars remembered in recent death notices

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• Blinn, Wahlquist, Neri: Recent Death Notices From Clinton (patch.com) — Clinton residents are remembering several longtime community members whose recent deaths were announced, including two men deeply involved in local public service. John Neri spent decades with the Clinton Volunteer Fire Department and Housing Authority, while David Blinn managed Clinton Grain and Hardware. Friends and family are invited to reflect on their lives and contributions.
   

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