It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of William Gerard Blazes Sr. of Smithsburg, Maryland, born in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, who passed away on April 26, 2024, at the age of 91, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, William Blazes and Elizabeth Blazes; his wife Jeanette Blazes; and his brother Jackie Blazes. He is survived by : his children, William Blazes, Jr. of Smithsburg and Susan Fowler (Jon Fowler) of Chewsville; his grandchildren, Keith, Alex and Kristen; his great grandchildren, Mckenzie, Madison Rose and Seth; his son James Blazes (Jennifer Blazes) of Hagerstown; and his grandchildren, Anna, Jill and Christian.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Hospice of Washington County, 1710 Underpass Way, Suite 300, Hagerstown, MD 21740.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Minnich Funeral Home