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Clarence Blanchard Obituary
1934 - 2017
Clarence E. Blanchard Jr., 83, of Pleasant Prairie passed away on Friday, Sept. 29, 2017 at his home with his family by his side.
Clarence was born on July 22, 1934, in Kenosha to Clarence and Rose (Metten) Blanchard Sr. He graduated from Mary D. Bradford in 1953 and served in the U.S. Air Force Reserves. Clarence married Shirley Bell Sanderson on April 24, 1954, at the First United Methodist Church in Kenosha. He worked for 47 years as a marine engineer at the Outboard Marine Corporation, and during that time he accrued 68 patents. He was a member of Ducks Unlimited, enjoyed car and outboard racing and was seen cruising around town in either a sports car or his VW Beetle. Clarence will be most known for his artistic abilities. He enjoyed painting and drawing but his carvings were what he was well known for. He published a book on carving, taught carving lessons at his home and the Kenosha Museum and even this past summer had an exhibit at the museum. Clarence most enjoyed the time he spent with his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by, his parents; and two daughters, Laura LeAnn and Renae Rose.
Clarence is survived by his wife of 63 years, Shirley of Pleasant Prairie; two children, Mylene Blanchard of Pleasant Prairie and her significant other, Don Rehkopf, David (fiancé, Renae Radtke) Blanchard of Kenosha; two grandchildren, Jason (Sarah) Blanchard, Allie Blanchard; two great grandchildren, Emerie Esparza, and another expected in February; two sisters, Barbara (John) Holverson of Pleasant Prairie, Lois Blanchard of Kenosha; as well as nieces, nephews, other family and friends.
Funeral services for Clarence will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017, with interment to follow at Sunset Ridge Memorial Park. A visitation will take place at the funeral home on Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service.
The family would like to give a special thank you to his caregiver Lisa for all care and compassion she has shown Clarence and his family.
Hansen-Lendman Funeral Home
6019 7th Avenue
262-654-2136
www.hansen-lendmanfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Kathy Jensen
October 5, 2017
Gary and Clarence will do their best carving ever. Deepest condolences to Shirley and family
Delana Galgan Hardacre
October 5, 2017
So sorry to hear of the loss of a very talented man. My prayers and deepest condolences to his family.
Libby Shipley
October 4, 2017
Growing up on 70th St, it was always fun seeing you when I visited Lois. When you and Shirley got married your apartment was "so modern". I can not see a canvas wing chair with thinking that I saw it your place first. You became a very accomplished artist and taught others. Rest in Peace.
Rose Koerber
October 4, 2017
I just wanted to send my condolences for your loss. Much love.
Jim Kasprovich
October 2, 2017
Clarence was a very gifted artist that gave so much to the local woodcarvers. I was lucky enough to take some of his wood carving classes. Thank you!
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