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John Blanchard Obituary

John Jerry Blanchard, age 72 entered peacefully into eternal rest on Tuesday, September 8, 2015. Beloved husband of Donna Schieffler Blanchard. The most wonderful father to Tharon "Tee" Blanchard, Tynia Blanchard and Tina Blanchard. The Best father-in-law to Dina Blanchard. The pride and joy of his life was being the greatest paw-paw to Tharon "TJ" Blanchard, Jr. and Addison "Al" Blanchard; his God given girls, Briana and Lisa Tastet. He is also survived by his brothers, John Wayne Blanchard (Wife Madeline), Barney Blanchard (Wife Susan); his special friend and brother-in-law, Danny Schieffler (Wife Darilyn); his longtime best friends, Tommy D'Aquin and Doug LeBouef. He will be missed by all his close friends, neighbors at the camp in Lake Hermitage and his family at Blanchard's Auto as well as the many friends and family he loved so much. He is preceded in death by his parents, Antonia Morgan and John E. "Kop Kop" Blanchard; his precious sister, Charlotte Blanchard and brother Raleigh Blanchard. Family, friends, patrons and employees of Blanchard's Auto are invited to attend the visitation at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Saturday, September 12, 2015 from 9AM until 1PM. Funeral Services will be held at the funeral home on Saturday at 1PM. Interment will be in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Family and friends may view and sign the online guestbook at www.mothefunerals.com

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Sep. 10 to Sep. 11, 2015.

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Judy Crisp

October 7, 2015

You will never be forgotten!

Judy Crisp

October 7, 2015

I'll never forget the friendship we had long, long ago in high school. You were then and I'm sure just the other day, a great person to know. You will be missed by many, I'm sure.

Windy Jeffcoat

September 17, 2015

So sorry for your loss, keeping all in thoughts and prayers..Charlie & I

Shelly Smith Rebstock

September 14, 2015

Thoughts and Prayers . So sorry for your loss. May the memories you have give you peace.

Robin BKA ROCKIN ROBIN Jones

September 13, 2015

This man right here was one of a kind! I remember Jerry from a lil girl he was my bus driver from the time I started going to Boothville-VENICE I graduated he gave me my first job at Blanchards Hardware I use to deliver things that is until I wreck the truck lol I could still remember him saying awwww Rockin Robin how u did that! All I could do was cry then he told me NA u know u going to have to work and pay for that truck!But he was only kidding he said as long as I didn't hurt myself! Ms Donna Tee And the oldest daughter I don't remember the third one u had the best husband and father a wife or child could ask for!Take those beautiful memories and cherish them! My DEEPEST SYMPATHY!!

September 13, 2015

To the family of Jerry Blanchard
It was our honor to know Jerry as a friend and business man. Both of these titles were lived with integrity and love....He will be miss by all who knew this wonderful man.....GOD be with you all !
Thomas Weaver and Barbara Chedville

Brunetta Powell-Thomas

September 13, 2015

My sincere condolences goes out to The Blanchard Family, just heard about Jerry's passing. He was good to all us kids from Boothville, always a lovely smile. He will be truly missed.

Joy Smith-Jordan

September 13, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I have only fond memories of Cop Cop! I don't think I ever called him Jerry; it was always Cop Cop! He was such a good guy.

Scott&leslie Fontaine

September 12, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all ,May God comfort you in this difficult time.

September 12, 2015

ALL OF US WILL MISS JERRY VERY MUCH. THE MANY NAPA FUNCTIONS HAVE KEPT US IN TOUCH. WE OFFER OUR SYMPATHY TO ALL THE
FAMILY.
SID FARR IN BUNKIE

Carla Jones Smith

September 12, 2015

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Hewitt and Carla Prout

September 12, 2015

Your family is in our prayers. May God give you the comfort needed to move through this time. Pray and stay close to one another as you already are. God Bless.

Julie & Ramon McDonald

September 11, 2015

Mrs. Donna, please know our thoughts and prayers are with you, Tee,Tania, Tina, Dena and the grandchildren.

James Enos

September 11, 2015

You and your family are in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers. With our deepest condolences. James Enos & Cindy Wallace

nicky lavolpicella

September 11, 2015

my heartfelt sorrow to the family of jerry blanchard i remember him well

Kenneth Ancar

September 11, 2015

Donna and family, please accept our condolences for your loss. Jerry was good to my children (tolite & menew), May his memornot not be forgotten.

Kenneth Sr. Kenneth Jr,(tolite) & Krystal (menew) Ancar

C.M. Whitehead

September 11, 2015

Praying for Mr Blanchard's family. Riverside Recycling & Disposal/ Pinnacle Waste, LLC Employees

Debbie Dugas

September 11, 2015

Tina, I'm so sorry for your sweet Dad's passing. I remember what a wonderful loving Dad he was to you all. He never met a stranger! I pray for strength for you and your precious Mama during this time of sorrow! Love to all, Debbie

joe and joycelyn snith

September 11, 2015

Our prayers goes out to his family

Tommy Hebert

September 11, 2015

Tee, our thoughts and prayers are with you and you family in your time of loss.

John Jay Bubrig, Jr.

September 10, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Merry Simmons Volk

September 10, 2015

Donna, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones at this time, so sorry for your loss.

mitchell & audrey rouse

September 10, 2015

May you find comfort in remembering your dear mother this Mother's Day, and every day.

Vanessa DeMolle, Nannette & LaVeda Taylor

September 10, 2015

Good bye our good friend. Donna please accept our sincere sympathy and condolences on the passing of Jerry our neighbor and close family friend. There are many great memories of the times we shared over the years. May his memory serve as a blessing and inspiration for all who knew and loved him. Jerry, Congratulations on a life well-lived. We are keeping you in our prayers.

Harding & Alma Taylor Girls!

Pam and Carol Blanchard

September 10, 2015

Donna,Tynia,Tina and Tee, We are so very sorry to hear of Jerry passing away. I pray you can find comfort in the difficult days ahead of you. Prayers go out to all of you.

Jean Israel

September 10, 2015

My deepest sympathies for your loss.

Mary Mc Clendon

September 10, 2015

TYnia my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Praying for strength as y'all go through this most sad time today and days to come

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