Henry-Blatchford-Obituary

Henry Blatchford

Palmer, Alaska

1938 - 2025

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Henry "Doc" Blatchford passed away peacefully at his home in Palmer, Alaska, on October 10, 2025, at the age of 87. He was born on September 6, 1938, in Teller, Alaska, to Percy Blatchford of Cornwall, England, and Mae Herman Ningeulook of Shishmaref. One of 14 children, Doc spent his early years...

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In loving memory of Doc, a most wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. I last saw you at the AK Heart Institute and much to the surprise of your caregivers, you knew me with the most happiest smile. I will never forget our friendship of nearly 50 years. You brought much joy and laughter to everyone. RIP Doc. I love you, from Gator.

What an amazing life he had! His daughter Karen McDonald is a friend. My deepest condolences.

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Doc was a dear friend. I sat at the Noisy Goose for coffee for many years with Doc and others. I'm sorry I had not visited with Doc for a while. I miss him and know him as a kind and giving man.

Doc and I shared some good times together while working for several of the same construction companies. He was a great person to know and was always full of laughter. I have known Doc for many years along with many of his relatives whom I had also worked with. I was born and raised in Seward where I knew others of his relatives whom I hadn't worked with also. It was a small community back in the early days, and the entire town was like one big family.

Grandpa doc was the only grandpa I´ve ever known. He was the most genuine, thoughtful, kind grandfather I could´ve asked for. I will cherish our memories for the rest of my life. I love you Grandpa

We were next door neighbors with Doc for 12 years. He was always kind and friendly to us. Sending warm thoughts to Doc and family. The Frye's.

So sorry to read this. I hadn't seen him in several years, but when I did, it was always the best visit. RIP Doc

Doc, What a great person , We all have been lost for words, Just letting the family know he gave us all lots of joy with his smiles and laugh , miss ya forever Doc, (My Friend) !