Hair Posted October 2, 2004 Share Posted October 2, 2004 I had the pleasure of sitting near Mrs. Blais for several games at the old Engelstad arena. I really enjoyed chatting with her-- she was a delightful person with a great sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers are with the Blais family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taz Boy Posted October 3, 2004 Share Posted October 3, 2004 Very sad to hear this. She was so sweet, and a great fan of the game. I talked to her briefly after the Gopher series last season at Engelstad, and she had such a bright smile on her face (we all did). May God bless and comfort the Blais family. taz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommiejo Posted October 4, 2004 Share Posted October 4, 2004 My heart goes out to the Blais family & if there's anything I can do please feel free to ask. God Bless you Coach & I hope that you're holding up alright. SIOUX FAN SINCE 1973 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UNDProud Posted October 5, 2004 Share Posted October 5, 2004 I hope Dean and his family can feel the love and support that they have in Grand Forks during this terrible time. God bless their family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bacardio Posted October 5, 2004 Share Posted October 5, 2004 Nicely stated NDH. God Bless and Best wishes to Dean, his family, and all involved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benny Posted October 8, 2004 Share Posted October 8, 2004 On behalf of the entire Blais family: I would like to thank everyone for their kind words, thoughts, and prayers during this difficult time. The past few years have truly been difficult for our family, and the Sioux community has shown tremendous support and encouragement. Although my father is no longer actively involved with the Fighting Sioux hockey program, it really means a lot to know he is still treated like family. Good Luck in 2004 - 2005...Go Sioux! Ben Blais Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoggy Posted October 8, 2004 Share Posted October 8, 2004 ESPN had this snip-it on Wendy: Wendy Blais remembered: Wendy Blais, the wife of former North Dakota coach Dean Blais, died Sept. 30 in International Falls, Minn., after a two-year battle with ALS. She was 53. In a statement, university president Charles Kupchella called Wendy Blais "consummate pillar of strength and support in so many situations that might have gotten the best of so many of us." Dean Blais guided North Dakota to two national championships and seven NCAA postseason berths in 10 seasons behind the Fighting Sioux bench. He left Grand Forks in June to become associate head coach of the NHL's Columbus Blue Jackets. There is some more stuff in the article about the beginning of college hockey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jloos Posted October 8, 2004 Share Posted October 8, 2004 On behalf of the entire Blais family: I would like to thank everyone for their kind words, thoughts, and prayers during this difficult time. The past few years have truly been difficult for our family, and the Sioux community has shown tremendous support and encouragement. Although my father is no longer actively involved with the Fighting Sioux hockey program, it really means a lot to know he is still treated like family. Good Luck in 2004 - 2005...Go Sioux! Ben Blais <{POST_SNAPBACK}> More proof the Blais family is a class act. Hang in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiouxDini Posted October 8, 2004 Share Posted October 8, 2004 Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sioux fan since '90 Posted October 8, 2004 Share Posted October 8, 2004 Sorry to here about your loss.Our thoughts, prayers, and condolenses to the entire Blais family. If there's anything we can do, let us know. I know this is a difficult time for the Blais family, and it is nice to know we are all thinking about them and lending our support in this time of need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MafiaMan Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Once a Sioux, always a Sioux, Benny. God bless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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