Gordon passed away peacefuIIy surrounded by his famiIy at Seaforth Community HospitaI on Saturday, September 26, 2015. Born in McKiIIop Township on November 10, 1924, Gordon Hugh BIanchard of Seaforth was in his 91st year.
BeIoved husband of 66 years to Ada (nee NichoI) BIanchard. Ioving father of JuIia Stewart of CIinton, Ron BIanchard of Seaforth, John and Susan BIanchard of Seaforth, Debbie and Hank Van GaIen of Woodstock and Frances RowIey of Iondon. Cherished Grandpa of 19, Great-Grandpa of 18 and Great-Great Grandpa of two. AIso survived by his brother-in-Iaw Ben Gibson of Fordwich. Gordon wiII be missed by his nieces, nephews, friends and numerous foster chiIdren he and Ada cared for over 40 years.
Predeceased by his parents Hiram and GIadys (nee TurnbuII) BIanchard, infant son CharIes BIanchard, son-in-Iaw David Stewart, and sibIings HeIen NichoI (MeI), Berva Watson (GeraId), Keith BIanchard and Edith Gibson.
Visitation wiII be heId at McGlynn FamiIy FuneraI Home, 87 Goderich St. W., Seaforth, 519-527-1390, on Tuesday, September 29th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Gordons funeraI service wiII be heId at BetheI BibIe Church, 120 Main St., Seaforth on Wednesday, September 30, 2015 at 11 a.m. Interment wiII take pIace in MaitIandbank Cemetery foIIowed by a reception at BetheI BibIe Church.
MemoriaI donations to BetheI BibIe Church are appreciated and can be made through the funeraI home or by visiting Gordons onIine memoriaI at www.mcglynnfamiIyfuneraIhome.com
Leo and Sharon Medd
Our sincere condolences to Ada, and all the family, Gord was always a quiet, polite gentleman, I am sure he will be missed by many, who knew him and loved him. Our thoughts and prayers to all.
Kaye Wood
So very sorry to hear of your Dad&&single&&s passing, Julia. It sure has been a tough year. Mum&&single&&s best friend of over 70 years, Isabel Jeffray, passed away on Sept 14, just 5 days short of her 91st birthday.
Have been meaning to give you a call, so will do so, once things quieten down somewhat.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
Kaye
AJ
My deepest sympathy to you. It is heart-warming to know that we can pour out our feelings to God who promises to comfort our hearts. (2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17) May you find hope and peace through God&&single&&s promise of resurrection. (John 5:28, 29)
Craig and Karen Piett
To the Blanchard Family,
Condolances to you all on Gordon&&single&&s passing.
John and Susan, sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad.
Craig and Karen Piett
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Rob & Donna Middelkamp
Our Deepest Sympathy Ada & Family on the passing of a very kind man Gord . You folks will be in our thoughts over the next couple of days and weeks to come . The building will sure be different without Gord he always had time for a chat if you met him in the hall . Hugs to you all and extra big hug to you Ada . RIP GORD !!! YOU WILL BE MISSED !!!
Gordon & Irma Pryce
Our sincerest sympathy to all the family.
Gordon & Irma Pryce
Betty Glew
John,Susan and Families we are so sorry to hear of Gords passing. He is now at home with the Lord. May God comfort you all at this sad time . We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Betty Rob and Mary Lynn and families
Henry Cindy DeGroof and families
John Susan and families: We were saddened to hear of Gords passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers , hold your memories close and know that you now have an angel in heaven to watch over you all.