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John Blanchard Obituary

John E. Blanchard of West Chicago for 26 years Visitation for John E. Blanchard, 51, will be from 2 p.m. until the time of services at 7 p.m. Saturday, at the Williams-Kampp Funeral Home, 430 E. Roosevelt Road (one block east of Naperville Road), Wheaton. Interment will be private. Born Oct. 22, 1953, in Chicago, he died Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2005, at his home in West Chicago. He graduated from Wheaton North High School in 1971 and Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa, in 1975. He owned his own landscape company after he graduated from college and then went to work for UPS in 1984. He was an active member and usher at St. Michael United Church of Christ. He volunteered for DuPage Walk-in Ministry of West Chicago. He was an avid sports fan and reader of the sports stats pages. He was also a member of Kappa Sigma and ASLA Association. He was the beloved husband for 27 years to Becky; loving father of Scott and Charlie; dear brother of Sharon Blanchard (David Ranken) and Rich (Charlotte) Blanchard; cherished uncle of Frank Major, Jeannine (Larry) Johnson, Rick Blanchard, Audrey Blanchard, Sarah (Steve) Steciak, Pat Redmond and Matt Redmond; great uncle of Ashley Johnson, Kira Caspers and Sam Steciak. He was preceded in death by his parents, Forest and Mabel Blanchard. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the family are appreciated. For information, 630-668-0016 or www.Williams-Kampp.com.

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Published by Daily Herald from Aug. 25 to Aug. 26, 2005.

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Kathy (Cinotto) Anzalone

August 28, 2005

Mike and I were so very sad to hear that Johnny took ill. I have many memories of him throughout my years living at home. He was a great neighbor and a wonderful friend to our family. I'm glad we were able to visit a few years back. Our prayers are with the entire family. May God comfort you and keep you strong through this time of sorrow.

James & Marlene Harrison

August 26, 2005

We want to express our deepest sympathy to the Blanchard families. He will be in our prayers.

Jim and Marlene (Schoop) Harrison

Linda (Welter) Craig

August 26, 2005

I was devasted when I heard that Johnny was so ill. He was a very special friend to me and very dear to our family. Although we did not keep in touch through the years, he was in our thoughts and prayers. We love you John! Until we meet again, Gods love and blessing to you and your family.



Linda Welter Craig and Family

Cindy Nicoski

August 26, 2005

John was our UPS guy when i worked for Westchem. He was always cheerful and willing to help do whatever it took to get the shipment out. I then saw him occassionaly at Walmart. I am sorry for your loss. He was a great man!

Debbie Mandel

August 25, 2005

I am so sorry to hear such sad news. My brother called today and told me. I haven't spoke to you in so long, and am so sad, to hear this news.I miss you all, and hope that you know that, though I have not kept in touch you have always been in my thoughts and prayers. Love Debbie

Peggy (Parker) McBride

August 25, 2005

I am so very sorry to hear of John's passing... We were in high school together at Wheaton North and I along with many others will miss his terrific smile and his optimistic attitude.



My very deepest sympathies to the family.

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