Paul B. Blankenfeld

Paul B. Blankenfeld, 30, was born on July 22, 1989 in Pierre, SD, the son of Jeff and Deniz (Williams) Blankenfeld. Paul died on November 4, 2019 in Philip, SD. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until Memorial Service at 3:00 PM, Saturday, November 9, 2019 at Rude’s Funeral Home. Rude’s Funeral Home is helping the family with arrangements.
Paul grew up in rural Brookings and enjoyed being in the outdoors. He liked to hunt and fish with his dad. He also enjoyed camping during the summers with his family and spending a lot of time in the Black Hills. Many great memories were made at Lake Louise. Paul was incredibly gifted in both art and music. He played harmonica, piano, drums, and guitar- his favorite. Paul spent time writing his own music and even recording in his home. He and his sister attended many concerts together and most enjoyed seeing their favorite childhood band- the Newsboys- live at SpiritFest Midwest.
Paul attended grade school in Brookings and high school in Elkton where he participated in art, music, and football. He received his GED and returned to Pierre to work in the HVAC industry. He later began working for UPS and transferred to Philip, SD. He enjoyed the open spaces of Western SD and being near the Badlands. He always cared for animals, especially dogs, and lived with his dog, Sam.
Paul is survived by his parents, Jeff and Deniz Blankenfeld of Aurora, SD; one sister, Elizabeth and Sean Murphy of Crookston, MN; nephew, Lincoln Murphy, whom Paul was able to meet before leaving us; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by Grandparents Lyle and Bertha Blankenfeld, Jim Williams, Anna Williams-Beegle, and John Beegle; Aunt Mary Ann and Uncle Ron Whipkey; and Uncle Gary Williams.
Paul struggled with inner demons and finding peace in life, may he have found it now. Paul will always be remembered for his smile and the way that he would make others laugh. May the happy memories live on.

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