Blank, Mary Gardner of Sauk Centre, MN. 3/6/1954 - 6/27/2016. After a long battle with lung cancer, Mary passed away at home in peace and comfort. Preceded in death by her friend and husband, Dean; parents, John and Jean; and brother, David Stearns. Survived by sons, Michael (Krissy) and Joseph (Amber); grandchildren, Parrish, Charles and Amity; and 9 brothers and sisters. She loved her family and friends and the laughter she shared with them. She will be missed. Visitation Friday, July 1st, 4-6pm with memorial service 5 pm at Cremation Society of Minnesota, 4343 Nicollet Ave S, Minneapolis.