Thomas M. Blanchard Jr.

Thomas Blanchard Obituary

With family by his side, he went peacefully to be with the Lord. He was born in Colorado Springs to Ruby M. and Thomas M. Blanchard Sr. He married Carol Stratton on May 1, 1970 and became a great father to her three young children. He is survived by his wife, Carol Blanchard, son James Esch, daughters Tamra Copeland and Tabitha Howa, seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters, Ruby Biro, Sandra Stoller, Gloria Mullin and Rose Sherratt, his brother Lloyd Blanchard, and many wonderful nephews, nieces, cousins, in-laws and friends. He had many accomplishments while working in the soft drink business and later for Hewlett Packard. He was very involved in the community and enjoyed giving back to the Pikes Peak Special Olympics, UCCS, the NCOA at Ft Carson, Christmas Unlimited and many more local community programs. He loved spending time with family and friends, fishing, hiking, a friendly poker game and was a huge fan of the Denver Broncos. He was a very loving, talented, generous and funny man; he will be missed by many. Memorial contributions my be made in care of Tamra Copeland, PO Box 3082, Colorado Springs, CO 80934-3082. Memorial Services: 2:00 PM, Thursday, November 5, 2009 at Westside First Wesleyan Church, 502 N. Walnut Street. A potluck reception will follow at the church.

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Published by The Gazette on Nov. 4, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Blanchard

12 Entries

john protsman

December 2, 2009

Dear carol and family,
Tom was a new friend to me,but tom made you fill like you was friends sence high school.
He could always make you laugh no matter how bad he was feeling.
My prayers are with all of you.
John Protsman

November 18, 2009

Carol..
So sorry for delay, I just learned of
your loss. May God Bless you and your
family.
Carla Matthews
(Pierce,Nuttall)

November 15, 2009

My dearest Tommy,

I have so much I want to say,I almost don't know where to begin. How lucky am I to have the memories of our childhood together. The giggling, everything was so funny, even when the grown ups didn't think it was approporate. I think we saw every science fiction movie made in the 50s. How fun that was to go to the beautiful theaters downtown. We were so carefree and everything was an adventure. Oh yeah, do you remember when we had to take square dance lessons? I think we thought 'why are they doing this to us', but we ended up having a lot of fun! You taught me how to play tennis and as always were so patient and kind. Even though we were cousins I always thought of you as a big brother. I always felt so safe with you, even after a really scary movie.

Thank you for making my childhood so magical.You will forever remain in my heart.

Love Roxanna

Brenda,Murllin Howetter

November 10, 2009

Ruby,Sandy,Gloria,Rose,Lloyd
Carol.Tammy,Tabetha,Jimmy.
So sorry to hear of Tommy's passing.
May God Bless you All.
Our prayers are with you all.

November 10, 2009

We are so sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. May God bless all of you. We would like to hear from your family. Alvin & Maxine Frank
6550 N. 47th Ave #128, Glendale, AZ 85301

greg ludescher

November 5, 2009

Every person Tom met was his friend.

November 5, 2009

Dear Carol,
I'm so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family during this time.
Ron Webb CSPD ret.

November 4, 2009

To Ruby,Sandy,Gloria,Rose, and Lloyd, I am sorry for the loss of your brother. May peace be in your heart.
Connie Aden

Joyce Godecke

November 4, 2009

I worked with Tom for a few years at HP and he was always a joy to work with. Funny, caring, generous and thoughtful. He loved to tell stories and we all loved to listen to them. He even tried to teach me how to count cards in Blackjack. I will cherish all those memories of Tom for years to come. He added to my life and to all the lives around him. I wish I could be there to give support to everyone there, but know that my thoughts are with his family and friends.

Mia Sagahon

November 4, 2009

Deal Carol and family,

What a great person to call a father, grandfather and husband! I am very sorry for your loss. I worked with Tom at HP and what a character he was...always full of life and had a HUGE smile on his face everyday. :) He will be greatly missed. Tom was and will continue to be such a sweet and gentle spirit. Please know that you are in my heart, prayers and thoughts during this difficult time.

Always a friend-

Rich Kuzemka

November 4, 2009

I worked alongside Tom and remember how well he was able to maintain his great sense of humor in adverse situations. His positive approach to life is to be admired and remembered.

The world has lost a wonderful person.

Mike Manuel

November 4, 2009

Dear Carol and family,
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. I worked with Thomas at HP for several years, he was a great co-worker and friend who always had a smile and something positive to say to anyone who happened to cross his path. I will miss his huge heart and gentle way.
Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers.

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