Rodney Warren Blossom

Rodney Warren Blossom passed away on September 9, 2025 in Logan, Utah, after a long valiant battle from the effects of type 1 diabetes. Rod was born on May 19, 1947, in Brockport, New York, to Warren "Bud” Blossom and Louise “Peg” Cunningham. He always spoke fondly of his summers at the family cottage on Lake Ontario where he was an avid boater.

Rod graduated from Brockport High School in 1965. His lifelong adventure began when he drove his 1967 Camaro to Logan, Utah, to attend the civil engineering program at Utah State University. At this time, Rod also joined the Army Reserves and served for six years in Utah and in Idaho. After graduation, he met the love of his life, Trudy Mortensen Earl, when mutual friends lined them up on a blind date. They eloped to Las Vegas on April 28, 1973, and Rod became a new Dad to Trudy's son, Steve, age 2. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Logan Temple.

He accepted employment with UDOT and they moved to Salt Lake City. Rod then worked for Hansen & Associates in Brigham City and it was at this time that their daughter Dana arrived. Upon finding employment with Benton & Associates, the family moved to Idaho Falls where daughter Kelly was born, and it was during this time he accepted a meeting with the missionaries and joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Shortly thereafter, a position opened up for Assistant City Engineer in Logan, and once again the family moved back to Logan. Next came daughters Brooke, Kristin, Andrea, and Jen. Rod worked at Logan City for 22 years, ending his time there as the Public Works Director. At Logan City, he made many lifelong friends. Never being one to sit idle, throughout his career at the city he moonlighted as an engineer and land surveyor for private developers, working late into the night after getting home from work each day. His next venture was to found Cache-Landmark Engineering with partner Tim Gibbons, where he was president of the company and worked with Steve and daughter, Kristin, for 15 years until his retirement in 2014.

Rod was known for his no-nonsense and practical approach to problems. His interests included playing cards, oil painting, photography, camping, boating, skiing, and golfing, and he encouraged and mentored his children to also participate in these activities. He was an avid fan of the Utah Jazz and had a love for music, reading, and cars. Having a soft spot for animals, there were always several dogs at his house, many of them visitors. An avid scouter, he earned his Eagle Scout award. His Savior was important to him, and he was active in the church and served with the Young Men, as a Ward Clerk, and had several teaching positions.

Rod was a fighter! In 2007, he received a second lease on life when his daughter Andie donated a kidney to him. Through all his many trials in life, he persevered and never complained. He always kept a positive attitude, despite daunting challenges that he faced. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Carolyn. He is survived by his devoted wife, Trudy, his son, Steve Earl (Cristiana), daughters, Dana Blossom (Mike Callewaert), Kelly Albrecht, Brooke Blossom (Kevin Cochran), Kristin Hyer (Jesse), Andie Jorgenson (Matt), and Jen Blossom. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren: Brianna, Jaden, Chase, Cash, Cole, Courtney, Callie, Andrew, Caleb, Clay, and Levi. He is also survived by his brother, Jerry (Karen) Blossom. 

A memorial service will be held at White Pine Funeral Services at 753 S. 100 E. in Logan, UT, at 2:00 pm on Saturday, September 20, with visitation prior to the service from 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm.

At this time, the family would like to thank all the many doctors and caregivers, friends and neighbors, who have assisted and supported Rod and his family over the years, and who hold a special place in our hearts. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.