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Avery Blanchard Obituary

Avery "Johnny" Blanchard passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at the age of 68. Johnny was the owner of Azalea Grill since 1987 and The Pour House Saloon in Jefferson. Son of the late Avery and Christine Blanchard. He was the father of Joseph "Scott" Blanchard (Michelle) and Julie Blanchard. Stepfather of Becki Laurie (Vincent) and Bernard Perrone, II (Tianna). Grandfather of Britney Blanchard, Justin Blanchard, Matthew Blanchard, Courtney Gibson (Grady) and Christopher Cleveland. Step grandfather of Mia Laurie, Madelyn Laurie, Bosten Perrone, Branson Perrone and Barron Perrone. Former husband of Suzzan Richard Blanchard and Maribeth P. Blanchard. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Gathering at Azalea Grill and The Pour House Saloon, 3501 Jefferson Highway in Jefferson, LA on Friday, September 20, 2013 from 6:00 pm until 10:00 pm with a prayer service at 7:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Children's Hospital, 200 Henry Clay Ave., New Orleans, LA 70115 are preferred. The online guestbook is available at www.gardenofmemoriesfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Sep. 15 to Sep. 19, 2013.

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Joseph Amedeo

September 26, 2013

Scott and Julie just found out about your loss, My thoughts and prayers are with you. : (

Pam Sweet

September 21, 2013

Julie, I just found out today of Johnny's passing, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Susan Rolston

September 19, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Brandi Schmitt (Entergy)

September 19, 2013

Julie, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart felt condolences to you and your family

Lori Pizzuto

September 19, 2013

Julie,

My prayers are with you and your family. I am sorry for your loss.

Kathy LeBoeuf

September 19, 2013

Julie, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Geri Jackson, Entergy

September 19, 2013

Julie, my deepest sympathy is extended to you and your family. I pray that God grants you peace and comfort during this very difficult time.

Beverly Favalora (Entergy)

September 19, 2013

Julie, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Jerry Gremillion

September 19, 2013

Julie, You are in my thoughts and prayers during these difficult times.

Jerry and Phyllis Jackson

September 19, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, may you rest in peace in God's arms. Thanks for all the great childhood memories.

Michael Hussey

September 18, 2013

My heartfelt condolences to the Blanchard family. I pray for eternal peace and contentment for Johnny as he is reunited with Honey and others he loved, who went before him. Rest in peace with the Lord.

Kris Held

September 18, 2013

Julie you are in my prayers. I am so sorry for your lose.

September 18, 2013

Deepest sympathy to the Blanchard family. May God give each of you peace and endurance during this time of personal loss. A neighbor

Melanie Berthelot

September 17, 2013

Julie, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during the very difficult time.

Remember that memories are an amazing thing. Sometimes the memories bring sadness, but it's wonderful how many times they turn into happiness as you realize how many lives your dad touched over the years.

Melanie Berthelot
Entergy

September 17, 2013

My sincere condolences in your loss of Avery. Take comfort in knowing that God cares for you and invites you to look to Him for comfort. May your memories bring you joy even during this difficult time. 1 Peter 5:6,7

Ronnie & Kathy Lambert

September 16, 2013

Rest in PEACE Johnny you will be MISSED by Many..

Kenny Hahn

September 15, 2013

Johnny was a long time family friend.He was always ready to listen if you had a problem.Then he'd give you some common sense advise.Then he'd laugh.He will be missed.

nikki riegler

September 14, 2013

johnny, you and beth were so good to me during the 3 years that i worked at the grill...you will never know what you truly did for me, i will never be able to thank you enough for taking me under your wing and treating me like a daughter....you will be truly missed by so many..you were a great man with a huge heart....i love you..rest in peace and love...nikki riegler <3

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