Joel A. Blome

Joel Arland Blome, 84, retired Boeing Aircraft Co., Sheet Metal Worker, passed away Friday, April 25, 2025 in Wichita, KS. Joel was born December 7, 1940 in Mapleton, IA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph E. and LaVerne Rabe; wife, Paulette Blome; and his daughter, Lynda Abbandanza. Survivors include his son Jack and wife, Gina Hoyle; son-in-law Glen Abbandanza; brother James and wife, Kathie Rabe; sister Nora and husband, Terry Carpenter; granddaughters, Jackie and Jennifer and 2 great-grandchildren.