Albert BLANCHETTE

BLANCHETTE, Albert 2009-02-25 Mr. Albert "Bert" Blanchette age 76 years passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness on Sunday, February 22, 2009 at Hogarth-Riverview Manor with his family by his side. Bert was born in Port Arthur. He worked for Ontario Hydro for over 29 years. Bert and Irma had lived in Dryden before returning to Thunder Bay in 2003. Bert was a jack of all trades, a teacher and friend to everyone. He had a good sense of humour, liked to travel with his wife during the winter months and he loved to hunt, fish and spend time with his family. Devoted husband of Irma for forty-three years. Most fabulous father of David, Ingrid, Barry McQuaker and Sheri, grandfather of Jamie (Darlene) and great grandfather of Madison. Sister Norma (Terry) and sisters-in-law Maila and Marilyn. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews. Bert was predeceased by his son Peter Bourke, brothers Eugene, Don and Gordon and his parents. Funeral services for the late Mr. Albert Blanchette will be held on Wednesday, February 25, 2009 at 1:00 PM (TODAY) in the EVEREST FUNERAL CHAPEL, 299 Waverley St. at Algoma with the Archdeacon M. Conliffe officiating. Visitation for friends will be from 12:00 noon until service time in the EVEREST CHAPEL. Should friends so desire, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated. Please sign the online condolences at everestofthunderbay.com