Ruth Marie Blanchard, age 88, joined friends and family in heaven on November 18, 2018. She was born in Grand Rapids on September 14, 1930 to the late Harry and Stella (Poplawski) Boguslowski. Ruth is survived by her six children, Dr. Debora Blanchard, Kathleen Huisman (Albert), Philip Blanchard, Teresa Thomet (Kim), Douglas Blanchard (Anna), and Laura Essex (Michael); 16 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; and numerous other friends and family who will miss her dearly. In addition to her parents, Ruth was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Warren. Ruth was the rock that Forest Hills Inn was built on. Ruth had a servants heart. She was devoted to her family, church, and friends, and still found time to volunteer at Meals On Wheels, Ring-a-Day, and Home Helpers. When at home Ruth could be found in her garden or in the kitchen, making her famous Polish Golumpki. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 25, 2018, from 2:00 - 4:00 pm at Reyers North Valley Chapel Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will follow on Monday, November 26, at 11:00 am at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. In Ruth's honor, please consider making a memorial donation to The Grand Rapids Veteran's Home.
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