Blethen, Mary Jane Better known by family and friend as "MJ," completed her difficult journey with Alzheimer's in her trademark style of grace and poise, on October 1 at Keystone Senior Living in Mankato. A celebration of her life will be held at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Mankato on Friday, October 24 at 10:30 a.m. Visitation will be Thursday, October 23 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Northview, North Mankato Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to the Alzheimers Association, Echo Food Shelf, The Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota, or the charity of the donor's choice.