Alene Ann Blazier Willison, 64, Topeka, died Tues., Dec. 23, 2008, at her home. She was born Oct. 25, 1944, in Topeka, the daughter of Alvin C. and Leona R. (Slater) Jordan. Alene graduated from Topeka High School and received an associates degree from Washburn University. She was married to Nels Willison who preceded her in death. Surviving are 2 sons: Rick Blazier and Steve Blazier both of Topeka; a daughter: Susan Summers of Salina; a brother: Al Jordan of Topeka; 6 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; 4 nieces; and 3 nephews. Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM, Sat., Dec. 27, 2008, at Penwell-Gabel Parker-Price Chapel, 245 NW Independence. Alene will lie in state after 3:00 PM, Friday, at the funeral chapel where the family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1315 SW Arrowhead Road, Topeka, KS 66604. 

Published in Topeka Capital-Journal on Dec. 24, 2008