Michael E. Blanchard Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Michael E. Blanchard of Rome, New York, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 2, 2025 at the age of 65. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Claude Blanchard and Lettie Blanchard (Shephard); and his brother Francis Blanchard. He is survived by: his wife Anna Kirk; his children, Michael Blanchard, Jr. (Brandi), Theresa Blanchard (Kevin) and Elizabeth Blanchard (Rob); his siblings, Sandra Hallagan (Paul), Georgia Collins, Tina Rienzo (David), Marjorie Mahl (Doug), Judy Fosello, Nancy Arno, Claude Blanchard Jr. (Patricia) and Ronald Blanchard (Mary Ann); his son-in-law Travis Campbell; and his grandchildren, Lexus Avery (Hunter), Devon Campbell (Jade), Aiden Arno and Baylee Blanchard.