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Florida Kiwanis
1 day ago
Florida Kiwanis

We are saddened to announce the passing of Dr. Wil Blechman, a Past Governor of the Florida District and Past President of Kiwanis International.

A number of years ago, when the Florida District supported the candidacy of Past Governor Wil Blechman for International Trustee, we knew that we were offering a qualified and dedicated candidate for the office. But none of us knew that Dr. Wil would change the face and direction of Kiwanis forever. While he was the 1990-91 Kiwanis International President, Dr. Wil was the father of “Young Children: Priority One”. Wil and his wife, Rachel, pioneered new partnerships, new visions, and new dreams for Kiwanis. What originally began as a three-year program has grown into a permanent emphasis program of Kiwanis. Kiwanis has enjoyed tremendous International recognition and acclaim because of the focus of Young Children: Priority One. But more importantly, young children's lives have been positively changed around the globe.

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We are saddened to announce the passing of Dr. Wil Blechman, a Past Governor of the Florida District and Past President of Kiwanis International. A number of years ago, when the Florida District supported the candidacy of Past Governor Wil Blechman for International Trustee, we knew that we were offering a qualified and dedicated candidate for the office. But none of us knew that Dr. Wil would change the face and direction of Kiwanis forever. While he was the 1990-91 Kiwanis International President, Dr. Wil was the father of “Young Children: Priority One”. Wil and his wife, Rachel, pioneered new partnerships, new visions, and new dreams for Kiwanis. What originally began as a three-year program has grown into a permanent emphasis program of Kiwanis. Kiwanis has enjoyed tremendous International recognition and acclaim because of the focus of Young Children: Priority One. But more importantly, young childrens lives have been positively changed around the globe. There will be a celebration of life at a future date.
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So sorry to hear this bad news.. I had the privilege of meeting a few years ago. May he rest in peace.

I had the honor of knowing him and visiting his booths at icon s. A great man!!! And saw him at state conventions as well. I hope his legacy continues!!!!

Soooo sad. What a positive impact he had on Kiwanis and on young children. He changed us all for the better. What a huge loss!

He a truly great and honorable man. I heard him speak at several Kiwanis conventions. He will be missed by Kiwanis and Florida.

What a great man. Dr. Wil did change the World through Kiwanis.....we will never forget that. Rest in Peace Dr. Wil. Carp & Kaye

My sincere condolences to our Kiwanis world 🌎 and specially to the Florida District . May his memory be everlasting Eternal 🙏🏾

So sad to hear, Dr. Wil truly made an impact on me the several times I've met him. Thoughts and prayers to his family. ❤️

Very sorry to read this.. 😢 May His soul Rest in Eternal Peace. ❤

So sad to hear this, Dr. Will helped so many and changed so many lives! ‘Til we meet again friend!

A kind of person we do not find anymore. Thank you Dr. Wil

He will be missed what a great man!

My Kiwanis Father’s ❤️ now RIP 🙏🏼💔

I introduced him as my favorite super hero. His work needs to continue.

He was a wonderful man ❤

Great man and Kiwanian, many prayers 🙏🙏🙏 for all family and friends.

Rest in peace.

So sorry to hear this. What a great man he was, RIP Dr. Prayers to his family and friends. ❤️

So sad, he was an amazing man. Rest in peace Dr.Will.🙏

A full life.

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