“JIM”
Ron Blanchard, 85, of Huntington Beach, CA passed away surrounded by loved ones on January 18th, 2022, after a long illness.
Ron was born on March 9th,1936 to George L. and Georgianna (King) Blanchard in Plattsburgh, NY, He was known as Jim in Wilsboro while attending Willsboro Central High School and graduated in 1953. He continued his education by attending Long Island Agricultural and Technical School majoring in heating and air conditioning. He was working in Long Island until his enlistment in the U.S. Army in 1959, He served his two years in Germany, discharged in 1961 with the rank of PFC Specialist. He was then employed by Garett Aerospace in 1963 where he worked his way to Operations Manager III until his retirement in 1998.
Ron had married Anita and had 2 son’s Ronnie & Brian Then Ron met the love of his life, Debi Sue Moon. They fell in love almost instantly and were lifelong partners. They were married in 1974.
Ron was a force of nature, determined to provide for his family and give them the life he felt they deserved. His family meant more to him than anything else in the world, something he showed with Love.
Anyone who knew Ron knew that he was the most loving father and husband a family could ever ask for. He was a passionate craftsman who could be found in his workshop during his time off when not in the desert hunting and camping.
Jim is survived by two sons Ronald S. and Brian K. Blanchard; Six Grandchildren, Natalle, Brett, Riley, John, Luna, and Tracy; One Great Grandchild, Lilah.
Jim was predeceased in death by his wife, Debi; Mother, Georgianna; Father, George; His sisters Ruth Sherman & Theresa Patnode; Brothers George Blanchard and Roger L Blanchard .
A Memorial Service will be held Febuary 5th at 3:00pm.. Pacific View Memorial Park & Mortuary, 3500 Pacific View Drive, Corona Del Mar, California 92625.
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