Henry L. LeBlanc

Henry L. LeBlanc, 89, passed away on Tuesday December 5th, 2023 at the comfort of the Baystate Medical Center Hospice team and surrounded by family. Henry was born in South Hadley, son of the late Stella (Rousseau) and Armand LeBlanc. He worked professionally as a factory worker at Eastern Specialties and Texon before becoming the Janitor at the Plains School in South Hadley. Henry also served his country in the Navy on the U.S.S Hornet and was described as an open, honest and loving man who became friends with anyone he came into contact with. Henry was most proud of his family and was a devoted Father. He tragically lost his wife Mary E (Selfridge) LeBlanc when she was just 45 years old. The two spent over 25 years together. He is also predeceased by his son, Henry L. LeBlanc Jr., and his siblings; Eva Davieau, and Diane, Louis, Leonard, Francis and Ronald LeBlanc. Henry leaves behind two daughters; Leslie Stoltz of South Hadley and Karen Nelson and husband Thomas of Westfield, two sons; Fran LeBlanc of South Hadley and Philip LeBlanc and wife Samantha of Easthampton, 8 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held for Henry on Thursday December 14th at 5pm at the O’Brien Family Funeral Home, 33 Lamb St. South Hadley, MA 01075. Calling hours will be held prior to the funeral from 3-5pm.