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Stephen Blanding Obituary
WHITINSVILLE - Stephen Blanding, 64, of Whitinsville passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Sunday, May 8, 2016 after a period of declining health.
Stephen is survived by his loving wife of 40 years Claudia (Kenadek) Blanding, his daughter Cristina (Blanding) Stacy and her husband Glenn of Whitinsville, his son Matthew Blanding and his wife Lee-Anne of Whitinsville, his brother Robert Blanding and his wife Ann of Bolton, MA and his brother Thomas Blanding of Acton, MA. He leaves behind his 5 beloved grandchildren who meant the world to him: Allyson, Emily and Xavier Blanding and Kyle and Katelyn Stacy as well as several nieces and nephews, his father-in-law and mother-in-law Donald and Clara Kenadek and his sister-in-law Jane Provost.
He was raised in Grafton, the son of the late Harry R. Blanding and Georgina (Smail) Blanding.
Mr. Blanding owned and operated Blackstone Valley Lock and Safe in Uxbridge for the past 29 years. He enjoyed the many relationships with his coworkers and valued their friendship.
Stephen was happiest spending time with his family- especially on the beach on Cape Cod every summer.
The family would like to thank the teams at UMASS Memorial Medical Center and Milford Hospital as well as the nurses at the VNA for their care and support.
Calling hours will be held Wednesday May 11, 2016 from 4-7 PM in the BUMA FUNERAL HOME, 101 N. Main St., Rte. 122, Uxbridge.
Funeral services will be held Thursday May 12, 2016 at 11 AM in the funeral home. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Granite St., Uxbridge.
Memorial donations in memory of Stephen may be made to the charity of one's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Stephen Blanding
May 12, 2016
Stephen was a man I got to know after BV Lock did a good deal of work on our home restoration in 2003 and buying his daughter's car in 2005. I always felt I had a friend who would warmly greet me any time I stopped into his work place. He always had a warm smile, a friendly word and a ready laugh. Knowing now just how ill he was makes his positive attitude that much more remarkable. His loss will be felt by many people who got to know him. Very sorry for your immense loss. Lanny Hanscom
Geno & Cheryl Guilmain
May 11, 2016
To The Blanding Family & The Blackstone Valley Lock Family,
No words can say how very sorry we are to here of Steve's passing. Our hearts and prayers are with all of you at this very sad time. It was a pleasure to know and to do business with such a happy, joyful man all these years. He will be greatly missed.
May 10, 2016
My sympathies to the Blanding family. So sorry. He was such a nice man.
Joan Roach
May 10, 2016
Deepest sympathies to the Blanding family.Steve was a true gentleman in every sense of the word.Kind, caring with a great sense of humor.I will forever miss our chats.Rest in Peace my Friend.John Alexander
Tarese L
May 10, 2016
Deepest sympathies to the entire Blanding family and friends . Rest in peace Steve.
Tim Hare
May 10, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all as you go through this time of loss. Steve was one of the finest men I have known, and a true gentleman to do business with. Tim Hare
Robert Anderson
May 10, 2016
The Valley loses a fine gentleman and an asset to the community.RIP Steve
Bob Anderson,Customer
Brian H
May 9, 2016
To the most resilient man I've ever known: thank you for the 12 years of friendship and for giving me a chance when no one else would.
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11
Calling hours
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Buma Funeral Homes - Uxbridge101 North Main Street (Massachusetts Route 122), Uxbridge, MA 01569
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12
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11:00 a.m.
Buma Funeral Homes - Uxbridge101 North Main Street (Massachusetts Route 122), Uxbridge, MA 01569
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