John A. Blanchard, 64, of Coldwater, passed away Tuesday, December 21, 2021 at ProMedica Coldwater Regional Hospital.
The funeral service will be held Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater with Pastor Jessica Jones of Tree’s Church officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery.
Visitation will be held, prior to service, beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home.
John was born March 9, 1957 to William and Delores (Ostrowski) Blanchard in Staten Island, NY. He married Iris D. Fry on August 10, 1979. She preceded him in death on March 31, 2010.
John worked at Alchem Aluminum for many years. He enjoyed watching television and had a great love of antique cars. John’s greatest joy came from spending time with his family, especially his wife and children.
John is survived by his children, John A. Blanchard, Jr., Jennifer O’Donnell, and Michael Blanchard; his brothers and sisters, Allen Blanchard, Patrick Blanchard, William Blanchard, Debra Blanchard, and Theresa Blanchard; his grandchildren Jaysic Johnson and Chloe O’Donnell; and his brother and sister -in-law Ray and Tracy Fry of Coldwater.
John was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife of 31 years, Iris, and his daughter Tammy Blanchard .
Memorials may be directed to the family.
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