Paul R. Blanchette Obituary (1970

Paul R. Blanchette, 52 of Danvers, passed away at 10:20 am Monday December 19, 2022 at his residence. Paul was born February 3, 1970 in Salem, Massachusetts, the son of Raymond & Sandra (Moody) Blanchette. He married Ashley Barnhill January 8, 2021 in Bloomington, Illinois. She survives. Also surviving is his mother, three children: Addy Blanchette, Becker Blanchette and Rachel Blanchette. A twin sister: Leigh (John) Stearns and a brother: Chris (Dorenna) Blanchette. He was Preceded in death by his father and his grandparents. Paul was an LPN for Heritage Health in Normal. He dedicated his adult life to taking care of other people. He was a dedicated father and loved family game nights. He was an avid lover of action movies and popcorn. He was charming, charismatic, and a great storyteller. He never missed an opportunity to talk about his glory days of track & field to anyone who would lend an ear. Anyone who had the pleasure of meeting Paul will fondly remember his contagious smile and sparkling blue eyes. A Celebration of Life will be from 4:00 - 6:00 pm Monday January 2, 2023 at Calvert & Metzler Memorial Home, Bloomington. Cremation rites were accorded.