Dawn Gapen Bloom passed peacefully on the morning of Feb. 8, with her husband, Randy, at her side.
Dawn was a caring and thoughtful wife, mother, sister and friend who fought cancer valiantly.
Dawn was born to Peggy Frazier Gapen (1945-2021) and Tom Gapen in El Cajon, California. Dawn grew up in El Cajon and followed her passion in pursuing psychology at the University of San Diego. Through graduate school, she met her husband, Randy Bloom. Together they shared a beautiful life and family. Dawn was a clinical psychologist and was a trusted and renowned provider to the Kansas City area.
Dawn is preceded in death by her mother, Peggy; and survived by her father, Tom; brother, Sean Gapen; three sons, Evan Bloom, Garrett Bloom and Dylan Bloom; and mother-in-law and father-in-law Marsha and Jack Bloom.
Dawn cherished her family and those close to her. She was a constant source of love, warmth, kindness and unwavering support to others and excelled at seeing the best in those around her. Whether it be family vacations, lake weekends or trying a new restaurant in town, Dawn was happiest when she could share her joy and love with those close to her.
Funeral services will take ace on Sunday, Feb. 16 at 2:00 p.m. at Louis Memorial Chapel. The family will be receiving guests and condolences beginning at 1 p.m. A private burial will take place at Rose Hill Cemetery following the funeral service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (lls.org). Online condolences for the family may be left at louismemorialchapel.com.
