Eugene (Gene) W. Blanchard

April 2, 1926 - September 3, 2024 (98 years old)

West Bloomfield, Michigan

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Eugene (Gene) W. Blanchard

April 2, 1926 - September 3, 2024 (98 years old)

West Bloomfield, Michigan

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Eugene W. Blanchard Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2024-09-11T14:00:00
End: 2024-09-11T14:30:00
Location: Prince of Peace Catholic Church

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Eugene W. Blanchard (West Bloomfield, Michigan), born in Detroit, Michigan, who passed away on September 3, 2024 at the age of 98. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Eugene W. Blanchard to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Manning Blanchard and Marguerite Wise Blanchard; his wife Rho; his daughter Carmelina; his grandson Will; and his brothers, Bob and Tom.

He is survived by: his brother John Blanchard; and his daughters, Marguerite (Bill) and Nancy (Peter). He is also survived by husbands; four granddaughters; five great-grandchildren; and a host of extended family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution may be made to the University of Nebraska: Carmen Blanchard Cancer Fund #01066480, P.O. Box 82555, Lincoln, NE 68501-2555.

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November 25, 2024

Henni Moses wrote a sympathy message

“My deepest, heartfelt sympathy for your loss. I have known Gene since our days at Yankee Air Museum. I so enjoyed our conversations over the years….always admired his sunny disposition and positive outlook on life ! I visited him a few times after Rho passed… I admired him so much for his kindness and sincerity… Rest in peace, my friend..”

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Prince of Peace Catholic Church
4300 Walnut Lake Rd, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48323

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4300 Walnut Lake Rd, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48323

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