Genick Lee Blaise

A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, September 8, 2023 at St. Peter's Anglican Cathedral, at 11:00 AM, honoring Genick Lee Blaise who passed peacefully surrounded by her beloved family members on August 24, 2023, in Tallahassee, FL. Genick Lee Blaise, was born in Fairfield, CA on Travis AFB, January 12, 1966. The fourth child of Gerard and Monique Blaise. The early years of her life were spent in Panama City, Panama, on Howard AFB where she began her education at Rodman Elementary School. Later, she attended John F Kennedy High School in Willingboro, NJ and graduated in 1985. Shortly thereafter, Genick moved to Florida to pursue her college education and eventually graduated from Florida A&M University with a Bachelor's degree in Spanish Articulation in 1994. She spent the early part of her career as a Spanish instructor at Jefferson County High School, in Monticello, FL, before moving on to pursue her Master's degree at Purdue University, in W.Lafayette, IN. She spent seven years working at Harcourt Publishing company in Orlando FL where she was a major contributor to their Educational/Curriculum/ Development programs and instrumental editing several publications. In addition, Genick was featured in the role of scientist (Dr. Sims) in the illustrated version of the 2012 “Florida Science Fusion” textbook. During the latter part of her career she worked for the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity as a Program Monitor for over five years. Genick was a God-fearing woman, who was very family oriented, and always willing to help and mentor others. Through the years she developed a passion for cooking international cuisines, exploring cultures of the world, and enjoying international music. Genick Lee Blaise was preceded in death by her father Gerard Jean Blaise. She is survived by her mother Monique J. Blaise of Tallahassee, sister Marjorie Lyn Blaise (and Dwight Wilson) of Tallahassee, brothers Mario N. Blaise of Mason, OH, Gary Blaise of Tallahassee, Jerry J. Blaise (and sister-in-law Kristy Blaise) of Philadelphia, PA, Ronald Moise (and sister-in-law Ana Moise) of Orlando; four treasured nieces and nephews Sean Yacub Blaise (and Renee Parker) of Burlington, NJ, Soleil R. Blaise of Wellington, Narcisse & Dominique Wilson of Tallahassee; great niece and nephew Leanna & Sean Jr Parker of Burlington, NJ. Godparents Roosevelt Breva and Marie Carmel Blaise. Godchildren Nailah Delinois and Ayanna Fox. First cousin Marie Delinois, with whom Genick spoke daily and many others. Genick oh so ever loved her beloved dog, Romeo. He was her loving companion for over thirteen years. The family will appreciate any flowers sent to the Celebration of Life, or donations towards funeral expenses made to: $MonBowser. The family is being assisted by James Sircy and Jackie Fulford, of Young Fulford Funeral Home and Crematory, Tallahassee, Florida. 850.610.4444

Genick Lee Blaise

January 12, 1966 - August 24, 2023