William Arthur Blatchford

William Arthur Blatchford

William Blatchford Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Mar. 13 to Mar. 22, 2024.
William Arthur Blatchford was born in Crookston, MN, on November 13, 1950. He passed away in his home in Falmouth, KY, on December 27, 2023. He taught Special Education in Audubon, MN, and Eau Claire, WI. He spent the rest of his career working in the automotive industry. He also served in the Army National Guard. He was preceded in death by his parents, Calvin and Gladys Blatchford. He is survived by his sisters Kathryn Anderson (Doug) and Barbara Bestul (Denny), along with many nieces and nephews. At his request, there were no services.

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