Lakewood Funeral Chapel
98 North Dixie Drive
Lake Jackson, TX  77566
Wednesday, May 31, 2017
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Lakewood Funeral Chapel
98 N. Dixie Drive
Lake Jackson, TX  77566
Thursday, June 1, 2017
10:00am
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James Blanchard

of Lake Jackson, TX

October 30, 1936 - May 28, 2017

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James Blanchard, 80, passed away May 28, 2017 with his wife and care takers at his side. He was born in Beaumont, TX, October 30, 1936 to John Blanchard and Felician Bernard of Breaux Bridge, LA. He was married to Barbara Boudreaux Blanchard for 60 years. They met in Texas City High School in 1954. He was a Korean Veteran and worked for Dow Chemical for 30 years. He, at one time, was on the TDECU Credit Committee, the Traffic Commission for Lake Jackson, Knights of Columbus of St. Michaels, American Legion in Lake Jackson, Masonic Lodge of Lake Jackson, and a member of the Briarwood Board of Directors. He leaves behind his lovely wife, Barbara Boudreaux Blanchard, of 60 years; sister, Dorothy Splawn (Horace Splawn); sisters-in-law, Betty Blanchard, Santa Fe, Barbara Blanchard, Gonzales; grandsons, Michael James Blanchard, Camp Pendelton, CA, Nicholas Anthony Blanchard, Houston; many nieces and nephews; an aunt he loved dearly, Lou Gravouilla of Breaux Bridge, LA; and all the Gravouilla family that has touched our hearts. We wish to thank Dr. Raj Dalal for the wonderful care. James always referred to him as his friend. Many thanks to Christi Jakuvec and Nina Spohn from IPH who were especially loving and caring and all IPH co-workers. Many thanks to his care-takers, Marty Melendez and husband Abel Melendez, Hardy Betencourt, Ramona Duke. James passed away due to COPD and Asbestosis.

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12 Condolence(s)
Sherry Blanchard Ruggieri
Mantua Township, NJ
Friday, August 9, 2024

Dear Barbara, I have been looking for you and James and found this and I am so sorry. When my mom died I tried to find you all but things were such a mess with her as she had dementia. James was really my favorite cousin, you and James meant the world to me and I have such fond memories. You have been through so much and my heart breaks for you. You can contact me through my e-mail sherryruggieri@comcast.net, sending you hugs and love and prayers.

Tracy and Shelly Ethridge
Lake Jackson, TX
Saturday, June 3, 2017

We loved James so much. He was a wonderful man and the kindest neighbor we could have ever asked for. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Barbara.

Funderburg Family
Duck Hill, MS
Friday, June 2, 2017

James was truly a Great person & friend that will be missed by all..
Barbara our heart & love is with you at this time!
We love you💗

Elmer H (Buzz) Whiting III
Fort Worth, TX
Thursday, June 1, 2017

May he rest in peace with his maker. Our condolences to Barbara and all other family. His service to his country is a tribute to his character, his service to his community is a tribute to his love of GOD.

James (Jim) Fiedler
Dickinson, TX
Thursday, June 1, 2017

We weren't classmates but always enjoyed visiting with you at reunions and other gatherings. Rest well my friend...

Frankie Langston
Vidor, TX
Thursday, June 1, 2017

I am so sorry for the familys loss. I went to school with James in Texas City and lost contact after school. I pray for the family and will always remember him as a friend.
Respectfully,

Frankie

Sr. Mary of the Sacred Heart and Sr. Mary Grace Decuir
Farmington Hills, MI
Wednesday, May 31, 2017

Dear Barbara,

We are so sorry to hear of James' passing. Our prayers are with him and with you. His was "the better part" as you have the task of carrying on without his physical presence. You must know, that were he is, he is in a better position to do more for you. HIs was a long illness and this makes up a lot of Purgatory to his credit. We will see him again ----where there is no more pain and no more sorrow.

I/we remember James as a handsome and loving young man. So we know that the Lord and all those who have gone before us greeted James with open arms.

Know of our love and fond memories of you , also. You were a beautiful couple----and still are!

Blessings galore,

Your "Nun " cousins

Sandra D. Smith
Friendswood, TX
Wednesday, May 31, 2017

Dear Barbara,

I am so very sorry. I will continue to hold you in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if there is anything else I can do for you.

Love and God's peace,

Sandra

Roberta & Ted Mueller
Pensacola, FL
Wednesday, May 31, 2017

So sorry for your loss. We love you our prayers are with you.

pat borick
Hernando, FL
Wednesday, May 31, 2017

Barbara. so sorry to see the passing of James. I know he was suffering the past few years and now he is at peace with the Lord. Our prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Love, Nick and Pat Borick

Mary Cudd
Angleton, TX
Wednesday, May 31, 2017

You are in my thoughts and prayers

JUDY HALL
HUDSON, WI
Tuesday, May 30, 2017

MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME.LOVE YOU JUDYHALL