About Emily Kathryne Blau
Emily Kathryne Blau (62) passed away on March 11th, 2026 in Mesa, AZ. Emily was born February 9th, 1964 to Terry and Jean Stone in Douglas, AZ. She is survived by her husband, Duane Blau, her eleven children, twelve grandchildren, and her two younger brothers. She was preceded in death by her parents who she has missed dearly for far too long.
Emily wore many hats during her time here on Earth. She was a mother, wife, granny, daughter, sister, writer, adventurer, creator, provider, fixer, giver, follower of Christ, and friend. Though she was most proud of her roles as a mother, an artist, and a nurse practitioner (DNP).
From volunteering in India, to serving communities in Vanuatu, Emily’s impact spanned across oceans. She led with pure Christlike love, constantly in service of others. Emily had a creative and brilliant mind, healing hands, and a laugh that was pure sunshine. She will be deeply missed, and her influence in all our lives can never be replaced.
There was no project too big for her and no problem she wasn’t able to solve with hard work and ingenuity. Though she is not physically here anymore, her joyful light lives on in all of the hearts she touched and the lives she changed.
A viewing will be held on 3/20/26 from 6-8pm at 977 E Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85204.
An additional viewing will be held at the same location on 3/21/26 at 9am with funeral services to follow at 10am.
A brief graveside service will be held at Valley of the Sun Mortuary and Cemetery on 3/21/26 at 1pm.
Flowers can be sent to Bunker Family Funerals & Cremation. 33 North Centennial Way Mesa, Arizona 85201 - Please have them delivered by 2:30pm on Friday 3/20/26.
Donations can be made in Emily’s honor to Hospice of the Valley.
Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.