Ada Vera BIanchard passed away peacefuIIy, at Seaforth Iong Term Care Home, on Wednesday, JuIy 24, 2019. Throughout her 91 years among us, Ada was a source of Iove, caring and faith within the circIe of her famiIy, friends and community.
Ada wiII be IovingIy remembered by her chiIdren JuIia Stewart of CIinton, Ron BIanchard and Laurie Finch of Seaforth, John and Susan BIanchard of Seaforth, Debbie and Hank Van GaIen of Woodstock and Frances RowIey of Iondon. Cherishing memories of a much Ioved grandma are many grandchiIdren, great grandchiIdren, great, great grandchiIdren and countIess others that Ada and Gordon took under their wings as foster parents. Ieft to reminisce days gone by are her brother John NichoI and brother-in-Iaw Ben Gibson. Ada wiII aIso be missed by many nieces and nephews.
In faith, we trust that Adas spirit is reunited in eternaI Iife with her husband Gordon (2015), their infant son CharIes BIanchard, her parents William and Ada (ne Hooper) NichoI, granddaughter Bethany BIanchard, grandson Benjamin Van GaIen, and many sibIings and sibIings-in-Iaw.
Visitation wiII be heId at McGlynn FamiIy FuneraI Home (519-527-1390), 87 Goderich Street West, Seaforth, on Friday, JuIy 26, 2019 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A time to honour Adas Iife and seek comfort in our faith wiII take pIace at BetheI BibIe Church, 120 Main Street South, Seaforth, on Saturday, JuIy 27, 2019, at 11 a.m. Interment wiII take pIace in MaitIand Bank Cemetery foIIowed by a reception at the church.
As expressions of sympathy, memoriaI donations to BetheI BibIe Church Mission Fund wouId be appreciated by the famiIy. OnIine condoIences can be made by visiting Adas memoriaI at www.mcglynnfamiIyfuneraIhome.com
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Norma Khan
Dear Blanchard family. I was saddened to learn of Ada&&single&&s passing. Ada was the example of all what we should aspire to be. Norma Khan
freedomwhatelse@hotmail.com
My Condolences to the entire family.
I am sorry I couldn&&single&&t be there, prior commitments held me back.
I remember first starting at Bethel and meeting Gord and Ada and thinking; “I don&&single&&t think they know what to make of me.” However I quickly learned that I had their support to become what GoD created me to be. Ada was a quiet woman with a strong faith that I had never known. I have huge admiration for her and I learned so much from her and how she carried herself and presented through different life situations. I hope one day to be even half of what she had in Faith and in strength in GoD. Praise GoD for the incredible example that both Gord and Ada were in and to their families and church and community. Rest in Sweet Peace.
Janet Matthews
Roger and I were very happy to attend Ada&&single&&s memorial service today. It was so good to hear how much her family loved her. We loved how Mandy said that Ada was all about &&single&&familyship&&single&& instead of friendship. Anyone who came into her home was FAMILY. We loved hearing about her hard work – she provided well for her family. Canning, presents just in case someone came, baking… she did it all. I remember finding out she was also a bus driver, and a foster mom, and a gardener, and so many other things. She will be missed, but we can imagine the joy of the reunion she is experiencing with Gord and her grandchildren. We love you, John and Susan. Roger wants you to know that he really respects people who adopt kids. It made a huge difference in his life.
Donna & Rob
Our Deepest Condolences to Ada &&single&&s Family on her passing . She was a very sweet lady and always had time for a chat when you meet her in the hall of the apartment . Sending hugs to the family . RIP ADA !!!!
Love Donna & Rob Middelkamp Apt 102
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Diane Nichol
Dear John@Sue, Ron and Julia.
I am saddened to here of Aunt Aida&&single&&s passing. My daughter Jan let me know as I am out in Saskatchewan. Visiting my daughter and Grandsons.
I HAVE VERY FOUND MEMORIES OF BOTH YOUR Mom and your late Dad. Wayne and I spend many weekends visiting the farm. I remember a family picnic that your Mom and Dad hosted. They always made us feel so welcome.
You will be in my thoughts and prayers
I wish I could be there but circumstances don&&single&&t allow me to be present. I will miss seeing you all.
God Bless
Norma Khan
Dear Blanchard family. I was saddened to learn of Ada&&single&&s passing. Ada was the example of all what we should aspire to be. Norma Khan
freedomwhatelse@hotmail.com
My Condolences to the entire family.
I am sorry I couldn&&single&&t be there, prior commitments held me back.
I remember first starting at Bethel and meeting Gord and Ada and thinking; “I don&&single&&t think they know what to make of me.” However I quickly learned that I had their support to become what GoD created me to be. Ada was a quiet woman with a strong faith that I had never known. I have huge admiration for her and I learned so much from her and how she carried herself and presented through different life situations. I hope one day to be even half of what she had in Faith and in strength in GoD. Praise GoD for the incredible example that both Gord and Ada were in and to their families and church and community. Rest in Sweet Peace.
Janet Matthews
Roger and I were very happy to attend Ada&&single&&s memorial service today. It was so good to hear how much her family loved her. We loved how Mandy said that Ada was all about &&single&&familyship&&single&& instead of friendship. Anyone who came into her home was FAMILY. We loved hearing about her hard work – she provided well for her family. Canning, presents just in case someone came, baking… she did it all. I remember finding out she was also a bus driver, and a foster mom, and a gardener, and so many other things. She will be missed, but we can imagine the joy of the reunion she is experiencing with Gord and her grandchildren. We love you, John and Susan. Roger wants you to know that he really respects people who adopt kids. It made a huge difference in his life.
Donna & Rob
Our Deepest Condolences to Ada &&single&&s Family on her passing . She was a very sweet lady and always had time for a chat when you meet her in the hall of the apartment . Sending hugs to the family . RIP ADA !!!!
Love Donna & Rob Middelkamp Apt 102
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Diane Nichol
Dear John@Sue, Ron and Julia.
I am saddened to here of Aunt Aida&&single&&s passing. My daughter Jan let me know as I am out in Saskatchewan. Visiting my daughter and Grandsons.
I HAVE VERY FOUND MEMORIES OF BOTH YOUR Mom and your late Dad. Wayne and I spend many weekends visiting the farm. I remember a family picnic that your Mom and Dad hosted. They always made us feel so welcome.
You will be in my thoughts and prayers
I wish I could be there but circumstances don&&single&&t allow me to be present. I will miss seeing you all.
God Bless