In loving memory of Larry Milton Blancher, who passed away September 25th, 2022, at 6:00 A.M. peacefully with his beloved wife Anne Blancher by his side.
Larry was born on August 30th, 1940, in Ingersoll, ON to John and Verna Blancher. Larry and Anne were true soulmates and were married November 17th, 1962. Larry was a very proud husband, father, grandfather, great-grand father, brother, uncle.
Larry enjoyed all things outdoors; he loved beautiful fall flower blooms and country roads. You would find Larry getting up at 3 am preparing for his long day of hauling logs. Larry had a love for equipment, he spent many days on a grader and had a love for farming and anything with an engine. You could always find Larry helping a friend or family member. He was truly a giving and kind father, brother, uncle, grandpa, great-grandpa and friend. Larry is survived by his wife of 59 years, Anne Blancher and his children, Charles (Mary), Kathleen (Kathy), David and Carolyn Blancher. His grandchildren: Rebecca, Hailley & Hayden Blancher; Chloe (Brady) Disney, Nick & Paige Mitchell, great grandchildren Julian & Harrison Blancher, Jack Disney, Lena McGuire, and special Schinkel nieces & nephews Andrew (Candy), William (Chloe), Danielle (Luke) Dennison, Heidi (Steve) Di Marco, Holly & Dennis.
He is also survived by his siblings Lois Bogart, John (Linda), Clare, Floyd (Bonnie), Leona (Ken) DeVries and Murray; and his in laws Brent Webster, John (Jan) Schinkel, Ginny Montminy, Jeff (Gwen) Schinkel. Larry is also survived by many Blancher, Montminy & Schinkel nieces & nephews.
Larry is predeceased by his parents John & Verna Blancher, sisters, Bette, Netta and Valeeta, his brothers Harley (Sadie) and Ron, son-in-law Todd Mitchell, brother-in-law Mike Montminy, his nephew Aaron Montminy.
On behalf of the family, Anne would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the friends, family and community members who have given so much support over this incredibly difficult time. A funeral service will be held Friday, September 30th, 2022, at 11 a.m at the Good Sheppard Church in Englehart. Memorial donations may be made to the Food Bank.
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your dear husband. We always enjoyed our interactions with Larry. We appreciated how he was quick to speak about his Lord and we enjoyed many a spiritual chat. He always had a smile nearby even though he was surrounded by a variety of adversities. We will all miss him. He was a great man!
Sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. Had many long conversations with Larry at the store, always had much respect for him & his advice.
I am truly saddened by the news of Uncle Larry’s passing. When I would think of him , I would think of how gentle and kind he was , always genuinely happy to see you and greet you with a hug . I just want to say how sorry I am to you and the whole family . We lost a lovely man much to soon. Remember all the times , they will help you though the tough times . Uncle Larry will truly be missed ? Love and prayers ❤️
On behalf of Aecon 144 crew, we are deeply saddened to hear of Larry's passing. Sending condolences to Anne and all of Larry's family and friends who are affected by this loss. He will truly be missed by us all.
My heart breaks for you all,Uncle Larry was a very special, wonderful man. I have many memories of the past at reunions and after church visits when Charles was a newborn, we loved those times and recently of great chats❤️. Loved his laugh. He will be sorly missed. Our thought and prayers are with you all. God bless.
Truly saddened to hear of Larry’s passing, condolences to family and friends during this difficult time.
We are sorry to hear of the passing of Larry. Condolences to all at this sad time. God Bless.
Our sincerest sympathy to all of you, we are just across the street if you need anything at all. Please let us know.