Blanche Betty (Schweain) Rohmann

Blanche "Betty" Rohmann, 96, of Jackson, formerly of Chicago,IL and Scranton, PA, passed away Friday, July 21, 2023, at the Monticello House in Jackson.

She was born December 6, 1926, in St. Louis, daughter of Riley J. and Mayme Wallace Schweain. She married John Rohmann in 1957 in Chicago, IL. He passed away in 2004.

Blanche was a 1943 graduate of Cape Central High School. She was of Baptist faith and enjoyed attending services at the First Baptist Church in Jackson while she was home from traveling. She was an active member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary of Scranton, PA.

Blanche was known for her bright and outgoing personality. She loved people, socializing and was always the life of the party. She enjoyed traveling and in her younger years she enjoyed watching shows and even partaking in plays on stage.

Blanche had a very special bond with her beloved poodle, Pepe. He was a unique and special dog that held a loving spot in her heart. Loving survivors include her boyfriend of ten years, Joseph "Jay" Johnson of Scranton, PA; a brother, Jerry Schweain of Jackson, a sister, Candy Gottfried of St. Louis and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, John R. Schweain, Jr., Clarence Schweain and Charles "Tommy" Schweain; and two sisters, Hazel Hampton Powers and Mary Niemann. Blanche also leaves behind many special friends and healthcare professionals, who were also friends, at the Monticello House in Jackson and Crown Hospice.

In honor of Blanche, the family suggests avoiding black colors and instead wearing your bright, blinging, and blitzing colors, just like Blanche's beautiful personality.

The visitation will be from 12:30 - 2:30 PM on Monday, July 24, 2023, at McCombs Funeral Home and Cremation Center.

The funeral service will be at 2:30 PM at the funeral home, with the Pastor Steve Vester officiating.

Interment will follow in Russell Heights Cemetery in Jackson.

Memorials may take the form of contributions to Southeast Missouri Pets formerly known as the Humane Society of Southeast Missouri.

Online condolences may be sent to the family by clicking on Blanche's personal obituary tab at www.mccombsfuneralhome.com.