Blondell LaVata Stowe Phronebarger, was the daughter of the late James Albert Stowe, Sr., and Dolores Boyd Stowe. Blondell was born December 6, 1944, in Charlotte, North Carolina, and she went home to be with the LORD on March 28, 2022.

Blondell attended and graduated from West Charlotte High School. She was employed and retired from Frito Lay as a Coordinator. Blondell was a faithful member of New Zion Missionary Baptist Church, where she served on the Usher Board, Women's Ministry, and New Zion Musical Choir.

Knowing each other since childhood, Blondell and Luther started dating in May 1963 in Charlotte, NC, and they married on December 20, 1964. The fruits of the blessed union resulted in four beautiful children. Blondell enjoyed activities such as bowling and spending time with her grandchildren. She was, however, best known for her flair for fashion and grace. Throughout her entire life, Blondell held an unwavering faith in GOD, which she openly shared with those who surrounded her.

Left to cherish the memories of Blondell Phronebarger are her husband of 57 years, Luther Phronebarger; children Rico Phronebarger (Shelia), Monty Phronebarger (Andrea), Rotonda Culbreth (Rodney), and Tamiara Phronebarger; grandchildren, Jeremy, Brandon, Jordan, Alisa, Ariel, Cameron, and Joseph; great-grandchild, Aden; brother, Reverend Robert Lee Stowe ( Betty), sisters, Roberta Moore, Reverend Helen Robinson, Mary Hunter, Gwendolyn Davis, and Sheree McLendon; and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives, and friends.