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William Blanchard Obituary

BLANCHARD - William Bill October 22, 2008; beloved husband of Annette Blanchard; devoted father of Alan Michael (Dona), Barbara, Joan and Daniel Isaac (Kannika) Blanchard; loving grandfather of Emily Nicole Blanchard; brother of Marjorie Blanchard; also survived by a sister-in-law, nieces and a great-nephew. Funeral services will be held from AMHERST MEMORIAL CHAPEL INC., 281 Dodge Rd., Thursday at 11:00 AM. No prior visitations. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make donations, in Bills memory, to Hospice Foundation of Buffalo. The family will be observing a period of mourning at the family residence from 4 PM Thursday through Friday afternoon.

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Published by Buffalo News on Oct. 23, 2008.

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Norman Ablove

October 28, 2008

Annette, my daugther Gayle told me about Bill, There isn't anything I can say, exdcept he was a special person and will be missed by all who knew him.

Lynda Steinhart

October 27, 2008

Dear All:
So sorry for your loss of a wonderful father and husband. I will always remember what a great man he was, with awesome personality. He will be missed and remembered fondly.

Sincerely, Lynda (Falk) Steinhart
and family

Marsha (Pellow) Say

October 26, 2008

Dear Mrs. Blanchard, Alan, Barb, and Danny,
We are so sorry for your loss. We all loved Mr. Blanchard so much. He was funny, kind, smart, and very generous to us all.
I remember when I was younger, we would babysit for the kids. We use to fight over who was going to "sit" for them, as...the money was great, the kids were good, and you always had the very best snacks!
Mr. Blanchard was an awesome neighbor, and a great family friend!!
He will be truly missed!!
Our love and prayers are with you all.
Marsha & Family

Stuart Goldstein

October 24, 2008

Dear Mrs. Blanchard,

My deepest sympathies to you and your family. I have fond memories of Bill going all the way back to the days I was a senior at Bennett High School. We were students at U.B. Law School. He was a wonderful person and a fine lawyer.
Fondly

Wendy Potter ( Redlich )

October 23, 2008

Barbara, Danny and family,
I'm very sorry for your loss. It has been many years since I've seen you. I want you to know that you're in my thoughts and prayers. My condolences go out to you and your family.

Bruce Sherman

October 23, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss, Annette. Bill and I shared so many fun times as young men. They are cherished memories.

Amy (Panten) Cole

October 23, 2008

Barb,
With deepest sympathies in the loss of your father. My prayers are with you and your family.

Joni Falk

October 23, 2008

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with the whole family...I'll always remember his wit, his smile and integrity. Sending hugs.

Caryn Pomeranz

October 23, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Be at peace knowing he was surrounded by his family, the most important thing to him. I wish I could be there in your time of grief...

Barbara and Paul Pumm

October 23, 2008

Hi to all..It is very difficult to be so far away and not be able to give our hugs and support to the family.Our hearts are sad today but we remember the good and humorous times with "Willie". Love,Barb & Paul

Pete and Jo Hovagimian

October 23, 2008

I'm sure he is in a better place. We will always remember him.

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