Robert Blanchard Obituary
We bid farewell to Robert Blanchard (Belleville, Illinois), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 17, 2025 at the age of 92. Robert touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his wife Betty L. Blanchard; his parent Townsend (Anna); and his brothers, Gene Blanchard (Shirley) and Mark Blanchard (Jean). He is survived by: his children, Bob (Amy) of Waukegan, IL, Kyle (Cinnamon) of Centralia, IL and Janet Stevenson (Guy) of St. Louis, MO.; his grandchildren, Sarah Ashbrook (Deric), Daniel Stevenson of St. Louis, Garrett Blanchard (Lindsay), Grace Blanchard of Centralia and Paul Blanchard of Waukegan; and his great grandchild Emily Ashbrook. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 14th 2025 at 10:30 AM at the First United Presbyterian Church (1303 Royal Heights Rd, Belleville, IL 62223).
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions made to First United Presbyterian Church, Belleville, IL.
