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Joseph Blanchard Obituary

Known by his friends as "J. Bonny," he passed away Sunday, January 27, 2013 at Harvest Manor Nursing Home. He was 65, a resident of Central, a native of Napoleonville, and a US Army veteran. Visiting at Baker Funeral Home, 6401 Groom Road, Baker, on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 from 5-9pm, and on Thursday, January 31, 2013 from 9am until religious services in the chapel at 11am. Interment with military honors to follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Baker. Survived by wife, Martha Blanchard Wooley; daughter, Jessie Blanchard Johnson and husband Mike of Denham Springs; son, Kristopher Joseph Blanchard of Denham Springs; two sisters, Nancy Lowery and Janet Boudreaux, both of Central; and four grandchildren, Allexis, Rachel, Ty, and Kathryn Lusk. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bonny and Shirley Blanchard. Pallbearers are Kris Blanchard, Ty Lusk, Jason Petty, Devin Kelley, Steve Manske, and Mike Thibodeaux. Honorary pallbearers are Clem Kaiser and Louis Lanoue. Please sign the online guestbook at http://www.bakerfuneralhomeonline.com/.

Published by The Advocate from Jan. 28 to Jan. 30, 2013.
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It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

lanie Viator

February 7, 2013

Your friends at Hospice Compassus offer love, prayers and sincere condolences to you and your family at this time of sorrow.
-- James Parker, Chaplain

February 6, 2013

I have the best memories of J.B. -one of which he motivated us to paint our house-I still have the bookcase he made and think of him every time I see it. I am so sorry I was at a conference and could not be with all of you. But I was thinking about you and him. Lots of love! Libby

Libby Crew

February 2, 2013

To the Blanchard family you have my deepest sympathy may God be with you. (John 5:28)

January 30, 2013

JB, a wild and crazy man, he lived and enjoyed life with a smile and touched many with his smile and humor. A true Central Wildcat on and of the Football field, JB will truely be missed. A prayer and a smile for the Family.

Joe Blais

January 30, 2013

No one that ever met J.B. will ever forget him. He always made you smile and laugh no
matter how difficult the situation.

Billy Potts

January 29, 2013

Thanks for the memories for our special friend now at peace. You will be missed.
Smiles and Hugs, Louise

Louise Kaiser Sprouse

January 29, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Tommy Shaffett

January 29, 2013

REST IN PARADISE B.J. U WERE A NICE AND SWEET PATIENT OF MINES AT HARVEST MANOR MY SYMPATHIES GOES OUT TO J.B. FAMILY

SHAWANNA ROWE

January 29, 2013

We will miss you.But know you are at peace..Will never forget our crazy days at CHS. My prayers to your family..You were one of a kind..

Kim&Donald Chapman

January 29, 2013

Sorry for your loss, your family will be in our prayers

James Verbois

January 29, 2013

I cannot recall my highschool days without thinking of J.B. He was always in a good mood and ready with a smile. My thoughts and prayers are with him and family.

Hedy Fonda

January 29, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the family. I cannot recall my highschool days without remembering J.B. He was always in a good mood and always made you laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with J.B. and family.

Hedy Fonda

January 29, 2013

"BJ" you are in our prayers-
your family is in our prayers. Peace be with you in God's loving hands.

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

By Lamaretta Simmons

Krista and Rick Haydel

January 29, 2013

May have been long ago but you remember J.B. for one who always had time for you.

Linda Davis-Hopkins

January 29, 2013

What a funny great guy. He was one of my fav people from Central.
My deepest sympathy to all of you. I know he is smiling again..rest in peace JB.

Jo Ann & Skip Broussard

January 29, 2013

I was saddened to hear about JB. I had no idea he was even ill. He was so happy-go-lucky and had that big smile. He will be missed by so many, I know..

Kathy Wicker

January 29, 2013

Jessie, Kris, Aunt Janet, and Samantha - I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers will be with you during this difficult time.

Hope Boudreaux Jambon

January 29, 2013

Dear Jessie & fly. & Kris,
We are sadden by the news of the lost of your dad. May you all find comfort in the Lord at this especailly sad time. We will pray for you and the family and will always have fond memories of J.B. .Your parents were our first visitor when we moved in over here and have stayed friends since then. That a long time and allot of great times. God bless you all and miss seeing you guys!!

Terry & Maureen Stuckey

January 28, 2013

There is some laughter going on in Heaven today! I can not think of JB without a smile coming to my face. He was one of my very 1st friends when my family moved to Sharon Hills. A great friend to so many!

Mary Abadie Odom

January 28, 2013

My Dearest Jesse and Kris...my heart aches for your loss. "Stay Strong and Beautiful" as I was once told. I love you both!

January 28, 2013

Jessie & Kris, there are no words for the loss of a parent, so I will only say my heart and prayers are with you at this very hard time in your life. Angels on your pillow because he will be there with you always.. Belinda & George Jones Creek Cafe

Belinda Shaheen

January 28, 2013

Jessie and Kris I am sorry for your loss and will keep you in my prayers

Janice Thompson

January 28, 2013

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