(nee Palusci) Passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2014, at the age of 91. She was the beloved wife of 38 years to the late Charles P. Blum and predeceased by Benjamin Pruss. She is survived by her children, John (Barbara) Blum, Peter Blum and Charla Blum-Zeck (Jeffrey). Devoted grandmother of Ellen Blum Hager (Matthew), Claire Blum, Julia Haran (Patrick), Gabriel Blum, Kathryn Zeck, Jonathon Zeck, Emily Zeck and Christopher Zeck. Fondly remembered by the children and grandchildren of Benjamin Pruss. She leaves behind many nieces and nephews of the Blum and Palusci families.

Yola, as she was affectionately know, was a long time resident of Haddon Heights, and was an active volunteer in various civic activities within her community. As a student at Camden High School she lettered in four varsity sports.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing on Thursday, March 6, 2014, 8:30 to 10:30 AM at the FOSTER-WARNE FUNERAL HOME, 250 White Horse Pike, Audubon, NJ. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11 AM from The Church of St. Rose of Lima, 4th Ave. & Kings Highway, Haddon Heights, NJ. Interment Calvary Cemetery, Cherry Hill, NJ.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to St. John of God School, 1145 Delsea Dr., Westville, NJ 08093.